Overview 

Are you a passionate attorney/advocate yearning to embark on an exciting solo legal career?  Are you ready to take charge of your destiny, build your brand and chart your path to success in the legal profession?

Join Adv. Dwight Snyman on the 12^th of October from 10:00am – 12:00pm where he will guide you through the crucial steps to establish and thrive in your very own Solo Legal Practice.  Led by a practitioner who has successfully achieved the transition to solo practice.  This webinar is your gateway to unlocking unparalleled opportunities and fulfilling your entrepreneurial ambitions.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this webinar the attendee should know:

• Developing a comprehensive business plan
• Mastering personal branding and marketing
• Understanding Legal and Regulatory requirements
• Enhancing time management and productivity
• Navigating challenges and building resilience

Content

The webinar will cover the following topics:

• Crafting your Vision:  Establishing a clear vision for your solo legal practice and aligning it with your passion and expertise.
• Legal and Regulatory Requirements: Understanding the essential legal and regulatory aspects involved in setting up a solo legal practice.
• Building a Business Plan:  Developing a strategic business plan encompassing financial projections, marketing strategies and growth objectives. 
• Personal Branding and Marketing:  Mastering the art of personal branding to establish a strong professional presence and attract clients.
• Client Acquisition Strategies:  Exploring proven methods for acquiring clients and building lasting relationships.
• Financial Management:  Understanding financial considerations, budgeting and fee structuring for a profitable
• Time and Resource Management: Discovering productivity hacks and time-saving techniques optimal efficiency.
• Legal Technology and Tools:  Leveraging legal tech tools and software to streamline operations and enhance client experiences.
• Ethics and Professionalism: Understanding ethical responsibilities and upholding professional standards in solo practice. 
• Overcoming challenges:  Addressing common challenges faced by solo practitioners and building resilience for success. 

About the Presenter

Dwight is an admitted member of the Johannesburg Society of Advocates and is accredited by the Legal Practitioners Council as an Advocate of the High Court of South Africa.

Before being called to the Bar, Dwight completed articles of clerkship, and attorney’s competency exams under the auspices of the Wits Law Clinic. He completed his Advocacy pupillage under the tutelage of the esteemed Adv. Louis Du Bruyn.

Though still junior within the profession, Dwight has had opportunity and success in litigation, in the High and Magistrates’ Courts of the republic, the CCMA, Disciplinary Hearings and assorted other venues and forums, and has become possessed of practical litigation experience beyond what would normally be expected from a practitioner of his age and seniority.

Dwight is the holder of a degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE) from the University of Cape Town, and postgraduate Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of the Witwatersrand, for which he was accorded the honour of being on the Dean’s list for his academic performance.

Who should attend?

• Candidate Attorneys
• Law Students,
• Pupil Advocates,
• Paralegals,
• Young/junior legal practitioners.

Price

The event is complimentary 

For those of you who are unable to attend the live webinar, the recording will be made available to you shortly after the event.

Additional material

By attending this webinar you will be provided with:

• A summarised slide presentation.
• Reference documents and/or course material where available.
• You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar.