The Law Firm Accelerator Podcast, hosted by Viktoria Altman, continues its mission to spotlight legal professionals who have built thriving practices. In a compelling new episode, Viktoria sits down with Texas-based family and estate attorney Jane Fowler to discuss her bold career pivot at age 45 and the strategies she used to build a successful solo practice. Jane’s inspiring journey is filled with valuable lessons on perseverance, networking, and embracing one’s unique background in legal entrepreneurship. For more resources on legal marketing, visit BSPE Legal Marketing.
Meet Jane Fowler
Jane Fowler, founder of Jane Fowler Law, PLLC, decided to pursue her long-held dream of practicing law after years in corporate finance and accounting. Despite the challenges of returning to school later in life, Jane graduated from law school, passed the bar, and launched her own firm. Today, she provides personalized legal services in family law, estate planning, and probate, with a focus on helping ensure that each client receives solutions tailored to their unique circumstances. Her commitment to client care shines through as she explains how she helps individuals navigate major life transitions with professionalism and empathy.
Episode Insights
Listeners will gain key takeaways, including:
- It’s Never Too Late to Reinvent Oneself: Jane’s journey proves that age is no barrier to success. She started law school at 45 and built a thriving legal practice, demonstrating that determination and persistence can lead to career fulfillment at any stage of life.
- Personalized Legal Services Make a Difference: A one-size-fits-all approach does not work in family and estate law. Jane discusses why customized legal strategies are essential and how cookie-cutter solutions, such as fill-in-the-blank legal forms, can lead to costly mistakes.
- Networking is a Non-Negotiable for Growth: From joining bar associations to serving on community boards, Jane explains how networking has been instrumental in building her referral base and expanding her legal practice. She also shares her approach to forming valuable professional relationships.
- The Right Team and Technology Can Transform a Practice: Jane highlights the importance of outsourcing tasks such as bookkeeping, tax preparation, and marketing so that attorneys can focus on their clients. She also shares how practice management software streamlines her operations and improves efficiency.
- Authentic Marketing is a Competitive Advantage: Jane leveraged her background in corporate finance, accounting, and even radio to create a unique brand identity. She emphasizes the value of showcasing one’s personal story and strengths to stand out in a crowded legal market.
- Confidence Opens Doors: From getting hired as a radio host to securing legal clients, Jane believes that approaching opportunities with confidence makes a world of difference. She advises attorneys to assume they will get a “yes” rather than hesitate out of fear of rejection.
- Know When to Say Yes – and When to Say No: Jane shares her perspective on balancing openness to new opportunities with knowing when a case is outside her practice. She discusses the importance of referring clients to trusted colleagues when necessary.
- Building a Reputation for Client-Centered Service: Treating clients with empathy and understanding is key to long-term success. Jane explains why acknowledging the emotional side of family and estate law helps build trust and leads to stronger client relationships.
- Pro Bono and Community Work Can Be Professionally Rewarding: Jane recounts a meaningful case in which she helped a disabled veteran fight a legal battle that directly impacted his quality of life. She discusses how taking on select cases that serve a genuine need can be both financially and personally fulfilling.
- Legal Trends Are Constantly Evolving – Stay Ahead of Them: With the rise of standardized legal forms and DIY estate planning options, attorneys must adapt and educate clients about the risks involved. Jane warns of the potential pitfalls of fill-in-the-blank wills and why proper legal guidance is irreplaceable.
Tune In Now
Tune in to hear Jane Fowler’s remarkable story and gain actionable advice on building a law practice, embracing career reinvention, and making bold moves in legal entrepreneurship. Listen to the full episode on the Law Firm Accelerator Podcast. This episode is available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.
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