1. A Conversation with Virtual Solo Lawyer Rachel Rodgers Going solo - virtually

2. Moderator Donna Seyle, Founder LawPracticeStrategy.com Presenter Rachel Rodgers, Esq. RachelRodgersLaw.com presenters

3. During Law School Become a litigator Represent society’s vulnerable populations After Law School Earn an income doing something I didn’t hate Became more practical when I had to start paying back law school loans Professional Goals

4. Clerking for Family Law Judge Judge, lawyers, litigants & court clerks relied on me for direction Learned a lot about practicing law and myself Small Business Transactions Firm Laid off after only a few months WHAT TO DO? First experiences

5. Knew of several job openings that were not appealing to me Go Solo Had a couple of possible clients in the wings Knew I could create what I wanted, not someone else’s dream What are your options?

6. Whygovirtual? I was admitted to practice in NY & NJ. Husband got job in California Researched virtual law platforms extensively VLO allows me to practice on both coasts – expands market Streamlines workflow Manages communication Enables creativity

7. General Services Legal Strategy Session Legal Document Analysis Social Media Services Social Media Strategy Session Social Media Legal Analysis In-House Counsel Packages Savvy Entrepreneur Annual Plans Savvy Entrepreneur Start-up Plans Customized Packages Legal services delivery models

8. Already personally using social networking Just turned my networking practices toward cultivating professional relationships Created professional communities, particularly on Twitter Gives me opportunities to interact with other lawyers, business owners, potential clients and friends Has led to many other opportunities, such as guest blogging and interviews Using social media marketing

9. Align your practice with your own interests and goals Don’t fear creativity Create your own niche Create your own delivery models and systems to attract your target clients Go beyond your client’s expectations Impress your clients, not other lawyers Best practices for virtual solos

10. Don’t overspend – personally or professionally Lower your living expenses Find and use technology to help you operate as lean as possible Save a portion of your income Have a credit card available for emergencies mistakes to avoid