Maximum Lawyer

In this podcast episode, guest speaker Darcel Lobo shares her insights on how to effectively run a law firm in under 25 hours per week. She stresses the importance of gaining control over one's time and shares her own strategies for achieving work-life balance. 

Darcel discusses the importance of delegating tasks that are not the best use of your time and setting boundaries with staff, clients, and family. She also suggests easy wins like managing email notifications and sticking to a set schedule. 

Overall, Darcel's approach offers valuable tips for lawyers to become more efficient and reclaim control over their time.

00:40 Darcel strategies for running a law firm in under 25 hours per week 

03:03 How she plans her workweek, including non-negotiable time off on Fridays 

07:47 The benefits of transitioning her practice to flat fees

10:46 The importance of setting boundaries with staff, clients, and family 

12:50 The need to respect the boundaries you set for yourself, such as work hours and client selection, to maintain work-life balance

14:34 Provides tips on managing email and phone calls to minimize distractions 

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