Solo law practice

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'm interested in shifting away from my non-practice academic job into something (anything!) and am thinking about real estate, family law, of estate planning. I know I need to do some pro bono to sharpen my skills/credentials, and if ultimately like to land in a small firm. I have little kids
And need a fair amount of flexibility. Thoughts on marketable practice areas?

See if you can affiliate with a small law firm in some capacity. Start with those under ten lawyers. Many have extra office space and you can work an of counsel relationship.