Why Top Lawyers Are Quitting Big Firms to Start Their Own
In this episode of Brilliance Talks, Shainul Kassam shares the reality of starting a law firm at 29 years old with no clients, no backup plan, and no shortcuts.
We discuss founder psychology, scaling a boutique legal practice, hiring elite talent, leadership pressure, and the impact of AI on the legal industry.
This conversation is essential listening for entrepreneurs, lawyers, founders, and anyone building a professional services business.
📝 Show Notes:
01:11 Why corporate law promotion systems failed her
08:06 Why hiring is the hardest part of law firms
14:06 Why clients trust AI before…
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