Who should read this book? -- Why this book? -- True stories of lawyers who failed to plan for retirement -- The rapid aging of the profession -- Which path is right for you? -- Can you sell your practice? -- Advantages and disadvantages of purchasing an existing practice -- Different transition options -- Which option is your best option? -- Preparing your practice for sale to extract the most value -- The maintenance program : a built-in, long-term potential income stream -- Finding and vetting the right candidate to replace you -- What really matters? characteristics of successful lawyers -- Testing the waters -- Valuing your practice -- Negotiating with the junior associate -- Turning over control -- Emergency disaster planning -- Closing out on disability or death of one of you -- Planning your retirement from practice.
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