What if you could transform a legacy law firm while staying true to your personal goals?

In this episode of Great Practice, Great Life®, attorney Lauren Presser reveals the law firm growth strategies that transformed her practice, creating clarity, balance, and sustainable growth. After buying out her uncle's 50-year-old family firm in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Lauren partnered with Atticus to modernize every part of her practice. The result was a 35% increase in revenue within one year, without sacrificing her family time or her sanity. This is a compelling narrative of courage, mentorship, and strategic innovation in a traditionally static industry.

Lauren's transformation began with a clear why: she wanted to be fully present for her children while leading a thriving practice. Every change she made flowed from that intention. With coaching and focus, she trained her legal assistants to lead initial consultations, replaced discounts with fixed-fee packages, and introduced structured scheduling: no walk-ins, time templates, and set client touchpoints. Lauren's story is a masterclass in law firm growth strategies that actually work.

Her firm's culture evolved too. Lauren implemented a simple bonus structure built around three measurable KPIs, aligning her team and inspiring accountability. The result was a calm, collaborative environment where everyone knew what success looked like.

Lauren's story proves that growth doesn't require burnout. By setting boundaries, empowering her team, and leading with purpose, she built a profitable firm that supports her life instead of consuming it. Her journey is a powerful example of what's possible when you pair intentional leadership with practical systems and a reminder that success at work means little if you miss the moments that matter most at home.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Lauren Presser's transformation from associate to principal owner of a 50-year-old law firm
• Strategies for achieving a 35% revenue increase while maintaining work-life balance
• Implementation of fixed pricing models and bonus structures based on key performance indicators
• Overcoming challenges in a family-run firm and navigating systemic changes with the help of mentorship
• Strategic moves, such as relocating to a larger office space to accommodate a growing team
• Importance of setting boundaries to ensure personal well-being and professional success
• Empowering non-lawyers to conduct initial consultations and the benefits of adopting innovative business practices

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Supporting Resources:

• Lauren Presser: apelderlaw.com/about/our-attorneys
• Ayres Presser Elder Law: apelderlaw.com
• Mark Metzger: atticusadvantage.com/team/mark-metzger
• Julianna Maria: atticusadvantage.com/team/julianna-maria
• Practice Growth Diagnostic: atticusadvantage.com/practice-growth-diagnostic
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• DISC assessment: atticusadvantage.com/disc-assessment
• Workshop: The Path to a Great Practice & Great Life: atticusadvantage.com/workshops/the-path-to-a-great-practice-great-life
• Is It Possible for Non-Lawyers to Do Initial Meetings? with Patti Paz: atticusadvantage.com/podcast/train-your-team-members-for-client-intake
• Lawyer Coaching: atticusadvantage.com/coaching
• My Great Life Focus: mygreatlifefocus.com
• The Summit: atticussummit.com
• Atticus Newsletter

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