Lawyers who want to learn how to run a solo or small firm might want to attend a basic training sessions being offered January 7 and January 28, 2010 by the D.C. Bar Practice Management Advisory Service. Early registration is encouraged as classes are quickly filling up.

The small, interactive program will cover topics such as business plans, client issues, employees, fees and agreements, office operations, marketing, planning for the unexpected, where to find help, and thinking and productivity tools.

Faculty also will discuss communications and problem solving, file creation, hiring and firing, selection and intake, types of fee arrangements, retention, marketing on a shoestring budget, and smart marketing.

In addition to the next session on January 7, subsequent dates include January 28 at the D.C. Bar, 1101 K Street NW.

For times, to register, or for more information, e-mail Daniel M. Mills, Practice Management Advisory Service manager or call 202-626-1312.

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