Oct. 14, 2026
Growing a firm while protecting its values
See more on Growing a firm while protecting its valuesGrowing a boutique law firm requires founders to share control while protecting the values that matter most. Thoughtful hiring, genuine inclusion and a focus on quality work can help preserve culture through growth.
Growing a boutique law firm means letting go of some control without letting go of what matters. I learned this firsthand while growing a solo practice into a larger firm over the last decade.
It is not always easy for founders accustomed to making every decision themselves. But building a firm that can grow beyond its founder requires sharing authority, bringing in new people and allowing the organization to evolve. In a small or founder-led firm, e...
For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
Receive unlimited article access and full access to our archives,
Daily Appellate Report, award winning columns, and our
Verdicts and Settlements.
Or
$895, but save $100 when you subscribe today… Just $795 for the first year!
Or access this article for $45
(Purchase provides 7-day access to this article. Printing, posting or downloading is not allowed.)
Already a subscriber?
Sign In