From Employee to Partner: A Journey to Law Firm Ownership with Carley Ronan (EP 164)
In today’s episode, we’re talking about the unique journey of moving from employee to law firm partner. I’m joined by one of my fabulous Scalable Law clients, Carley Ronan director of Holt Ronan Lawyers, who has transformed her role from a long-term employee to a named partner in her firm.
Carley's story is inspiring and shows that there are many ways to become a law firm owner—it doesn’t always mean starting from scratch. Whether you’re currently an associate looking to step up or you're already managing a firm and thinking about succession planning, you’ll find tons of valuable insights in this episode.
Practical Tips and Inspiration:
- The Path from Employee to Partner: Carley shares her journey working at the same firm for over a decade, becoming a partner, and now co-leading the business.
- Transitioning into Leadership: How she shifted her mindset from being a senior lawyer to a firm leader, building authority both internally and externally.
- Balancing Law Firm Ownership with a Young Family: Carley opens up about managing a young family while growing her firm, and how she’s found balance through mentorship and planning.
- The Power of Building Your Own Network: Instead of relying on the established network of her older partner, Carley explains how she cultivated her own relationships and built her authority in the community.
- Scaling the Firm for the Future: We also discuss Carley’s vision for the firm’s growth, how she plans to systematise more tasks, and her strategy for bringing on new team members.
If you’re a lawyer or a firm owner who's in a transition phase or contemplating growth, this conversation will provide both practical tips and inspiration.
Want to learn more about scaling your firm and finding that perfect balance? Book a Strategy Call with me.
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