In selecting a law firm for an owner-operated small or medium sized business (aka “SMB’s”), we can start with some basic positions:

1. The law firm client is well advised to choose a lawyer, not a firm....

2. Many smaller boutique law firms were started by successful larger firm attorneys....

3. Substantial fees are required to carry large firm salaries, overhead (and egos).

4. Many large law firm attorneys may have no clue....

Things to look for in selecting an attorney include 7 items....