Starting Your Firm Right: The Power of Relationships with Daniel Scola - 480

Profit with Law: Profitable Law Firm Growth

Profit with Law: Profitable Law Firm Growth
Starting Your Firm Right: The Power of Relationships with Daniel Scola - 480
May 08, 2025 Episode 480
Moshe Amsel

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He started with just a fax machine and a phone line.

Listen to this episode of the Profit with Law Podcast, where host Moshe Amsel sits down with Daniel Scola, managing partner of Hoffman and Baron, who reveals his unique path from chemist to patent attorney, inspired by witnessing his father's inventions stolen and fueled by a desire to protect ideas. Together, Moshe and Daniel dive into the nuts and bolts of law firm growth—including landing those critical first clients through relationship-building, managing the financial realities of hiring and training in a highly specialized field, and the mindset necessary for long-term success in a competitive market.

Tune in now for honest, practical advice and powerful storytelling from an attorney whose journey will inspire anyone looking to take their law firm to the next level!


Chapters:

[00:00] Who is Daniel Scola?
[04:27] The Inspiration Behind Daniel's Legal Career
[08:23] Early Career and Entry into Patent Law
[10:26] Founding the New Jersey Office: Taking the Leap
[15:04] The Power of Leveraging Personal Networks for Growth
[17:34] Realizing the Need for a Team: When to Hire and How
[20:35] Training New Talent and Creating a Reward System
[24:04] Approaching Financial Stress During Early Growth
[26:09] Hiring Experienced Attorneys vs. Training New Talent
[27:44] Parting Wisdom




Resources mentioned:

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