Apr 14, 2026
What needs to be in place before you buy a law firm, and how do you know if you are actually ready for that level of responsibility? It is easy to view acquisition as a faster path to growth, but without the right foundation, it can create more complexity than progress. Melissa is joined again by Michael Di Gennaro, a law firm transaction expert from The Law Practice Exchange, to break down what firm owners need to consider before pursuing a deal.
In this episode, Melissa and Michael outline when buying a law firm can make more sense than growing organically and the different types of buyers entering the market. The conversation focuses on what must be in place inside your firm before you move forward with a purchase. Clear financial visibility, defined processes, and strong operational systems are essential. Without them, acquisition tends to compound existing issues rather than solve them. This episode will help you assess your readiness and approach a potential deal with clarity and discipline.
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