Specialization in law practice management

Posted on January 20, 2010 by Ed

In a recent article, I suggested that bar associations offer a specialization certificate in law practice management:

"Specialists and their clients do benefit in some way from the more intensive training, but this really is just a matter of degree from the typical CLE requirements.
What if bar associations took the principle further by offering to lawyers specialist certifications in law practice management skills? How is this different from the specialized training that many lawyers have received by earning their CPA or MBA? These questions are important and need to be answered affirmatively and creatively if CLE training is to meet the real needs of lawyers in today's marketplace."
I'm glad to say that I've received many responsive comments.  Let us know what you think.

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Ed Poll - January 20, 2010 5:07 PM

Here's one response from "Anon" ...

It's an interesting issue, and one that applies to nearly all professions that require specialized training. With decreasing employment opportunities in the current economy, and given the Gen Y attitude that stresses self-confidence and initiative, the trend makes perfect sense psychologically. I just hope your words reach the young people who need to hear them. Those young people, however well-trained, need to know that there is more to a business than just a plan and some cheap office space.

Julie A. Fleming - February 2, 2010 11:14 AM

I think having a specialty in law practice management skills would be extremely helpful, both to those working their way up in a firm and to those starting their own solo practice. As Anon said, there is much more to running a business than most people tend to realize.

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