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Recent Articles from Divya Potdar
Retiring… sort of
I’ve enjoyed sharing the ups-and-downs of the practice of law, giving networking advice and providing my unsolicited opinions on various legal issues and current event
Solo spotlight: It all began with a Facebook request
Relationships jump-started my dream to have a greater impact on my community than I had been able to as an associate.
My solo practice side hustle
'I kept my full-time job and I could devote as much time as I wanted to my own firm by deciding how many clients I would accept at any time.'
Solo spotlight: A focus on QDRO
The downfall of being knowledgeable in such a specific field of law is that outside of being on your own, there is not much room for your expertise at a larger firm.
Solo spotlight: Solo, but not by design
'Through hard work and persistence, it has evolved to be a natural fit for me.'
Solo spotlight: Taking an altruistic approach
'I promised myself that, if I were to ever start a practice of my own, I would take as much time with a client as necessary in order to make sure that they were comfortable with the process.'
Solo spotlight: A 6-month plan
A Baltimore solo had that much time to lay the foundation for a successful practice before his twins arrived.
Should I stay or should I go?
Most associates have similar issues that should be considered when deciding whether to start your own practice.
Spreading selfless support
Young lawyers who may not be in a position to contribute financially this holiday season can consider donating their time to various worthy organizations.
Lawyering in Lisbon
As my recent trip to Portugal proved, lawyers are never really on vacation
Congratulations, you just took the bar exam. Now the hard work begins.
Your first job as a licensed attorney is not only the beginning of your legal career but also the beginning of your learning.
Leaving a legacy
As a young lawyer, it is important to ask yourself: How will your clients and colleagues remember you?
