Episode 230: Running a Law Firm That Lasts With Mark Powers

Mark Powers is the president and founder of Atticus, an organization focused on coaching attorneys to build long-lasting legal practices that operate as efficiently as possible. Mark has been at this for the past 35 years, providing the strong foundation of experience and wisdom he shares with lawyers around the country. He has also co-authored Time Management for Attorneys; How Good Attorneys Become Great Rainmakers; Hire Slow, Fire Fast; A Law Firm's Guide to Building a Championship Team; and Cash Flow & Profitability for law firms. Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn 0:00 Introduction 1:46 What Is Atticus? 3:52 Beyond the Law 6:30 Building a Business to Sell 10:38 Having "Stupid Ideas" 12:37 Lawyers and Succession Planning 17:28 Facilitating Succession Process 22:46 Choosing the Right Leader 31:28 Working With Atticus 39:00 Wrapping Up Atticus was developed to keep attorneys focused on the important aspects of their life, providing them with coaching and skill-building opportunities that help them develop the acumen necessary to build and maintain a sustainable legal practice. Further, the organization provides a structure of accountability and support for achieving the goals of both founders and their firms. If you are not happy with the direction your practice is heading, contact Mark's team at Atticus today. Speakers Featured in This Episode - Tom Foster of Foster Web Marketing- Mark Powers of Atticus, Inc. This episode is brought to you by Foster Web Marketing. Foster Web Marketing is dedicated to providing cutting-edge, highly customizable marketing and strategic solutions specifically designed for law firms and medical practices. Our award-winning marketing and systems solutions are what set us apart from everyone else.