Lawyers in every phase of their careers have relied on this basic primer for planning and growing a successful practice. This new edition includes 30 additional chapters, updates on new technologies, and proven insights on all aspects of legal practice. Major topic areas include getting started, selecting the best location, selecting the best equipment-everything from stationery and furniture to computers; getting and keeping clients, the dos and don'ts of billing, and the basics of managing the office-from stocking forms (many templates are included) and bookkeeping to using private investigators.