Has anyone here used upwork or other similar sites to initially get work to start your own firm?

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I used UpWork as a side gig for writing legal articles but not to start my own firm. Happy to provide my thoughts if you’re interested in that.

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I'd love to know your thoughts!

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I would ask the solo/small firm bowl. I’ve never used Upwork but doing contract work and getting your name out there with other attorneys that know your work product and eventually some send you clients

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No I have not. What area are you looking for work in?

I do capital markets, some M&A, corporate governance and general corporate. Looking at how I can start doing some work to supplement my BD efforts and develop a client base to eventually start my own firm.

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