SoloJuris Academy
A self-paced learning path that turns SoloJuris tools into a curriculum — from legally opening your firm to scaling it. Every track points you to the free calculators, checklists, and guides already in this site, then to vetted paid coaching when you are ready.
How the Academy works
Law school taught you to practice law. These tracks teach you to run the business. Work them in order, or jump to the stage you are in. Each track pairs a short lesson focus with the in-app tools that do the work, plus a clear next step. The growth stages below mirror how healthy firms actually grow — stabilize first, systematize, then strengthen and shape.
The six learning tracks
Launch Foundations
Entity, trust accounts, bar setup, and your first paying matter. Get legally open and minimally viable.
- Business formation & EIN
- IOLTA / trust account
- Bar & court admissions
- Fee agreements & intake form
Money & Pricing
Know your real numbers. Price for profit, reserve for taxes, and stop the revenue rollercoaster.
- Revenue goal & break-even
- Flat-fee vs hourly pricing
- True hourly rate
- Tax reserves & quarterly estimates
Systems & Operations
Document how work gets done so quality stays consistent and the firm moves even when you are not in the room.
- Intake → matter → billing workflow
- Documenting SOPs
- Delegating to staff
- Calendaring & deadline systems
Growth & Sales
Improve intake conversion, build lead sources that fit your ethics rules, and position the firm in your market.
- Intake conversion rate
- Lead sources & referral systems
- Attorney-advertising ethics
- Positioning & differentiation
Tech, Research & AI
Choose software that fits, research efficiently, and adopt AI responsibly within confidentiality duties.
- Software stack selection
- Free vs paid research
- AI acceptable-use policy
- Data security basics
Leadership & Wellbeing
Step from practitioner to owner: build leaders, prevent burnout, and plan succession or sale.
- Owner vs practitioner mindset
- Developing leaders
- Succession planning
- Burnout prevention
Video courses & workshops
Structured course modules you can work through at your own pace. Each module pairs short lessons with the in-app tools that put them into practice.
Firm management module
Setting Up Your Firm Operations
6 lessons · 45 minGo from "not yet formed" to a legally open, minimally viable firm.
- 01Choosing your entity & registering
- 02Opening IOLTA & operating accounts
- 03Fee agreements that get you paid
- 04An intake-to-matter workflow
- 05Redundant deadline calendaring
- 06Client communication systems
Money & Pricing Fundamentals
5 lessons · 40 minKnow your numbers so pricing and cash flow stop being guesses.
- 01Revenue goal & break-even
- 02Flat-fee vs hourly pricing
- 03Your true hourly rate
- 04Tax reserves & quarterly estimates
- 05Reading a monthly P&L
Trust Accounting Without Fear
4 lessons · 35 minHandle client funds correctly and pass any audit.
- 01IOLTA rules & setup
- 02Three-way reconciliation
- 03Common commingling traps
- 04Recordkeeping that protects you
Scaling module
Hiring Your First Paralegal & Associate
5 lessons · 50 minAdd capacity without losing quality or control.
- 01When to hire, and whom
- 02Job scorecards & pay bands
- 03Ethical supervision of non-lawyers
- 04A 30-60-90 onboarding plan
- 05Delegation that does not boomerang
Intake Conversion & Sales for Lawyers
5 lessons · 45 minTurn more consultations into retained clients — ethically.
- 01Mapping your intake funnel
- 02Consultation scripts that convert
- 03Fee objections & payment plans
- 04Ethics of attorney sales
- 05Tracking conversion rate
From Practitioner to CEO
4 lessons · 40 minBuild a firm that runs without you in every decision.
- 01Owner vs practitioner mindset
- 02Building leaders & accountability
- 03SOPs that survive growth
- 04Succession, sale & legacy planning
Vetted paid coaching & learning
When free resources are not enough, these organizations offer structured coaching, courses, and communities for law firm owners. Listings are neutral references, not endorsements. SoloJuris has no financial relationship with them. Confirm pricing, scope, and fit directly with each provider.
Law Firm Mentor
Group & 1:1 business coaching, Intake Mastery and Legal Sales courses, "Crushing Chaos" podcast.
Lawyerist Lab
Staged growth program with a dedicated strategist, weekly sessions, Small Firm Dashboard, and the LabCon community.
Atticus Advantage
Long-running practice-management coaching focused on building a great practice and a balanced life.
Crisp Coaching
Branding, leadership, and scaling coaching; extensive free guide and podcast for law firm growth.
ABA GP|SOLO Division
Affordable CLE, practice-management publications, and new-lawyer resources from the ABA.
Maximum Lawyer Podcast
Free weekly interviews on owning and growing a law firm.
Educational use only. SoloJuris Academy organizes general practice-management guidance into a learning path. It is not legal, tax, or business advice, and the growth-stage revenue bands are illustrative — every firm differs. Requirements vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Consult the controlling rules, bar authorities, and qualified advisors before acting.