How Solo Practice Gives Lawyers More Freedom

You Are A Lawyer: Take Risks and Change Careers in Law · Nov 27, 2025 · 20m

Edward Cohn is a criminal defense attorney who has spent 23 years running his own solo practice across three states. In this episode, he shares why opening his own firm right out of law school gave him the freedom he always wanted, how a background in music shaped his confidence and creativity, and why some lawyers thrive when they build their practice on their own terms.

Lawyer Side Hustles

While Edward doesn't have a traditional 'side hustle', his entire career reflects an entrepreneurial mindset that many lawyers overlook. Instead of building a firm with multiple attorneys, he…