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With his signature wit and wisdom, Douglas Wood (Asshole Attorney: Musings, Memories and Missteps in a 40 Year Career) tells his story of building a law practice, rising through the partner ranks at one of the largest global firms, and then giving it all away as he transitioned into a life filled with more golf than greed. In From Dawn to Dusk, Wood provides a step-by-step guide for new lawyers on how to be successful. Using proven marketing and business development strategies and tactics, readers will learn how to set up a result-driven marketing strategy to grow their client rosters.
However, all good things must come to an end, and eventually, all great lawyers must pass the baton and leave their law firm careers and practices behind. In the second section, more “seasoned” readers will learn how Wood navigated the complex process of decoupling from his practice with intent and purpose. Wood’s mission is to provide a clear path so readers can control the trajectory of their careers at the beginning and when they are ready to move on to the next thing, whatever that may be.
"No one is better than Doug in meticulous strategic business planning and SWOT analysis - if you build it, clients will come but if you don’t build it, good luck. His years of experience, collegiality and sharing philosophy coupled with his continuing advice have been instrumental in helping me build a fantastic and enduring law practice."
"As a music attorney with a young family and a flowering practice, meeting Doug Wood as managing partner of Hall Dickler offered a lifeline to a dozen or so of my fellow refugee attorneys looking for a new home to practice law. His enthusiasm and foresight convinced us that we could dovetail our practice into Hall Dickler. Consequently, I have enjoyed over 3 decades of professional companionship with Doug guided by his leadership and common-sense approach to the practice of law."
"Doug Wood is both thoughtful and resourceful. As people transition, from one part of a high-powered career to another, they receive all kinds of advice. Doug is both an avid and active listener. He understands the importance of shepherding those clients you have worked with for so many years to the right person, while at the same time encouraging you to think about how you want to spend your time and the wisdom you gained in the next phase of your life."
