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Is your law firm losing clients who can’t afford full-time representation? This show offers creative ideas to get incremental clients that you may otherwise not get.

I sit down with Mary Sankey, our Sales Manager, to explore how Sterling offers legal services for clients with varying needs and budgets. 

My last episode explained scaled offers. 

Here, we walk you through the scaled offers at Sterling that go from from $450 coaching sessions to $85,000 executive representation.

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2. BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE AUDIT WITH US: https://rocketclicks.com/schedule-a-family-law-quick-audit/

3. CONNECT WITH US:

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Are you missing out on potential clients?  

Most family lawyers give potential clients one offer: hourly representation. 

There is a better way to serve clients than with just one offer. 

Having multiple offers is a great way to incrementally grow sales.  We call this "scaled offers" at Sterling Lawyers. 

In this show, my co-founder, Tony Karls, and I cover:

1 - The problem with jumping straight from "I don't know you" to "Spend money with me"
2 - How to create a series of scaled offers that build trust and nurture leads
3 - Leveraging free resources like calculators, webinars, and workshops to capture attention
4 - Strategies for small firms to implement scaled offers with limited resources
5 - Giving value without expectation to build stronger client relationships 

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2. BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE AUDIT WITH US: https://rocketclicks.com/schedule-a-family-law-quick-audit/

3. CONNECT WITH US:

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Numbers will make or break your law firm. 

Tracking the wrong ones is like getting bad directions to a desired location.

Failing to track a number is an admission of not managing it.

It's critical to get the number tracking right.

This show is about:
1 - Leading vs. lagging indicators, understanding what to focus on for future success
2 - Essential KPIs to monitor, including new client inquiries, consults, and revenue
3 - The constant challenge of data integrity
4 - Avoiding vanity metrics
5 - Strategies for simplifying your reporting process to keep your team focused

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Ready to find the accountability partner you need to build your dream family law firm the same way we grew Sterling Lawyers?

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2. BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE AUDIT WITH US: https://rocketclicks.com/schedule-a-family-law-quick-audit/

3. CONNECT WITH US:

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Ready to push your family law firm to new heights?

In this episode, I discuss the crucial shift from working in your practice to working on it—a challenging but THE essential step for growth.

I cover:

• Key indicators that signal you're ready to make the shift
• The importance of firm size, revenue, and performance metrics
• Practical steps to plan and execute this transition effectively
• The critical role of delegation in freeing up your time
• Reimagine your leadership role and unlock your firm's potential!

Let's go!!!

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1. SUBSCRIBE TO JEFF'S NEWSLETTER: https://jsterlinghughes.com/

2. BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE AUDIT WITH US: https://rocketclicks.com/schedule-a-family-law-quick-audit/

3. CONNECT WITH US:

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We are following Attorney Tom Hartin as he launches his family law firm.

Month #2 is officially closed.  

How did Tom do?

Check out the podcast to get the authentic details.  

Spoiler alert: it wasn't a huge month financially, but he's above water and making progress.

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Ready to find the accountability partner you need to build your dream family law firm the same way we grew Sterling Lawyers?

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1. SUBSCRIBE TO JEFF'S NEWSLETTER: https://jsterlinghughes.com/

2. BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE AUDIT WITH US: https://rocketclicks.com/schedule-a-family-law-quick-audit/

3. CONNECT WITH US:

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Oftentimes, lawyers and clients disagree on the most important problem to solve in family law.

Lawyers can assume it's one problem.  Meanwhile, the client is focused on a totally different problem to solve. 

What’s the secret to figure this out -- so your firm can stand out above the rest?

In this third part  of our Legal Start-up series, Tony Karls dissects how our family law firm, Sterling Lawyers, separates ourselves from other firms by focusing on what the client wants.

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Ready to find the accountability partner you need to build your dream family law firm the same way we grew Sterling Lawyers?

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1. SUBSCRIBE TO JEFF'S NEWSLETTER: https://jsterlinghughes.com/

2. BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE AUDIT WITH US: https://rocketclicks.com/schedule-a-family-law-quick-audit/

3. CONNECT WITH US:

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Client interviews can revolutionize your law firm.

That's what happened at our firm, Sterling Lawyers. 

In the second part of our 3-part series, I sit down with my partner and co-founder, Tony Karls, to reveal how early client interviews turned our struggling practice into a successful, growing firm.

We talked about:

• The surprising impact of "Molly," our ideal client mannequin (kinda cringy, actually)
• How client interviews reshaped our marketing strategy and service approach
• The unexpected insights we gained about client psychographics and buying behaviors
• Why longer intake calls became our secret weapon for building trust

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Ready to find the accountability partner you need to build your dream family law firm the same way we grew Sterling Lawyers?

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2. BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE AUDIT WITH US: https://rocketclicks.com/schedule-a-family-law-quick-audit/

3. CONNECT WITH US:

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Ready to build a law practice that aligns with your strengths and passions? 

Tony Karls, my co-founder at Sterling Lawyers, is back to discuss how to identify the best type of law for your practice. 

This conversation kicks off a three-part series where we share the early details that helped us start, build and scale our firm.

We covered:
1 - Determining the right type of law for you, aligning with your strengths and passions
2 - Effective market research strategies, including using Google Trends
3 - How to differentiate your firm in a crowded market
4 - The critical role of data in validating your business model

No matter your experience level, this episode equips you with practical tips for making smart decisions in building your law practice!

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3. CONNECT WITH US:

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Ever promoted someone only to watch your firm's culture crumble? 

In this raw episode, I share one of  my biggest leadership blunders and its far-reaching consequences. 

I take you behind the scenes of our law firm's year-long struggle to recover from a toxic culture shift, sharing hard-earned wisdom that could save your practice.

Here’s what I discussed:

• The impact of promoting the wrong leader and the warning signs I ignored.
• How a toxic culture can develop subtly and quickly, often going unnoticed.
• The necessity of implementing a zero-tolerance policy on toxic behavior, including a pivotal incident involving bullying.
• The long-term benefits of cultivating a positive and collaborative atmosphere.
• Actionable strategies for leaders to set clear expectations and maintain a healthy culture.

Listen in for real-life insights on how to prevent toxic culture from taking root in your firm—and how to fix it if it already has.

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Ready to find the accountability partner you need to build your dream family law firm the same way we grew Sterling Lawyers?

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2. BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE AUDIT WITH US: https://rocketclicks.com/schedule-a-family-law-quick-audit/

3. CONNECT WITH US:

LinkedIn: Jeff Hughes, Tyler Dolph, & Anthony Karls,

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Are you struggling to get your associates to think like owners and future leaders of your law firm? 

In this show, I share what we have done to achieve modest success  in our law firm in order to develop the next generation of leaders. 

In many ways, this is a leadership development episode. We can't grow our firms without leaders who understand the business of family law. 

I discussed: 
- Reality that only a small number of associates want to run a law firm in their future
- How to nurture the growth of associates who want firm responsibilities 
- Role of transparency on business-related information bridges the gap between legal expertise and business acumen
- Best practices to create an environment that encourages leadership growth through business education
- Empowering associates through client immersion, mentorship programs, creating a culture of collaboration, and more!

I hope this information helps you build your law practice. 

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2. BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE AUDIT WITH US: https://rocketclicks.com/schedule-a-family-law-quick-audit/

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