The Ultimate Checklist for Integrating Lateral Attorneys into Your Firm


Successfully integrating a new lateral attorney into your law firm requires the creation and implementation of a streamlined and comprehensive onboarding process. This checklist will help guide law firms through the steps of effectively onboarding a new attorney, ensuring they’re fully prepared and empowered to excel in their new role from day one. This structured approach can help firms facilitate a seamless transition for the new attorney, positioning them to swiftly become an integral part of the team, provide value and forge meaningful client relationships.

Other Marketing and Business Development To-Do’s For Your New Lateral Hire

This checklist and tips are designed to ensure a comprehensive and thoughtful approach to onboarding new lateral attorneys. By following and implementing these steps, law firms can not only streamline the transition process of their new lateral hire, but also reinforce their commitment to supporting their new attorney’s professional success from day one at their new firm.


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National Law Review, Volume XIV, Number 81