WHY AN INCUBATOR?
Many law school graduates want to help clients who are underserved in our legal system. And many would be excited to have their own solo or small firm practice, providing services to clients with modest means. But new attorneys often lack the business experience to confidently and successfully open and operate their own firms, and need access to mentoring on substantive law as well.
The Lawyer LABB (TLL) bridges this gap by offering practical training and mentorship through a 15 month program. TLL attorneys work on cases, gradually building their own sustainable practices, serving clients in the areas of law that interest them and where affordable lawyers are most needed. They in turn learn the business of practicing law and receive mentorship and training from experienced local attorneys.
The Lawyer LABB (TLL) bridges this gap by offering practical training and mentorship through a 15 month program. TLL attorneys work on cases, gradually building their own sustainable practices, serving clients in the areas of law that interest them and where affordable lawyers are most needed. They in turn learn the business of practicing law and receive mentorship and training from experienced local attorneys.
program information
- The Legal LABB is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
- Participants must be members of the Florida Bar in good standing.
- Participants operate their own independent law firms.
- Funding: The program is funded through public and private donations and revenue from the program participants; TLL participants pay a monthly participation fee.
- Program provides opportunities for participants do some pro bono work but requires that participants take cases serving moderate-income clients.
- There are no income or subject matter restrictions on the types of cases that are accepted by the participating attorneys independent law firms except that they must practice in at least one practice area that is of high demand to modest means clients.
- Malpractice Insurance: Participants are required to acquire malpractice insurance within 90 days of joining the program.
- Length of time in program: 15 months required.
program benefits
- Dedicated Office Space (Co-Working Environment)
- Conference/Meeting Room Space
- Receptionist to Greet Clients
- Basic Office Supplies provided
- Free Case Management Software Subscription (12 months)
- Mentoring on Substantive Legal Issues
- Bi-Weekly Case Reviews
- Opportunities to shadow lawyers
- Assistance and training with practice management issues
- Programming on Client Development
- Professional Mailing Address/Mailbox
- Online Networking
- In-Person Networking
- Pro Bono Opportunities
- Case Referrals
- Printer, Copier & Scanner Access
- Wireless Internet Access