Best Practices for Law Firm Exits with Kevin McGoff

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In this episode, writer and lawyer Kevin McGoff discusses the complexities and best practices surrounding law firm exits. Drawing from his extensive legal career, Kevin emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, understanding personal strengths and weaknesses, and seeking professional advice when contemplating a career change.

The conversation also delves into the ethical considerations and strategic planning necessary for both leaving the legal field and starting a new firm.

Kevin McGoff is the author of Find Your Landing Zone – Life Beyond the Bar, published in 2023. He is a writer, speaker, and lawyer. Kevin is also an avid cyclist and inveterate traveler. During his career, Kevin worked for a state agency, ran a solo practice, and started a law firm. Later he served as General Counsel to a large midwest firm.

Kevin developed a successful program to complement his book designed to motivate lawyers and other professionals to progress from thinking about what’s next in life to creating a personal plan to make it happen.

Kevin gives listeners actionable tips on:

00:00 Intro

06:49 Understanding Your Strengths and Interests

09:53 Taking the Leap: Transitioning Careers

13:16 Starting Your Own Law Firm: Financial Planning

17:45 Ethical Considerations and Client Relations

22:56 Setting Up a New Firm: Practical Advice

31:05 Book Recommendations and Final Thoughts

36:38 One Thing That Works

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• From Strength to Strength by Arthur Brooks

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