How the hell do you guys do it? I am trying to build my own book while working for a firm. I go to these doctor networking events etc. Schmooze and they all want our referrals but I DON'T HAVE ANYTHING TO GIVE THEM! and they don't give me anything because they're almost always being fed by some other lawyers. :( seems like the only way I can survive is trying to find a bigger firm willing to give me their low hanging fruit. Would seriously appreciate any wisdom/guidance. Thank you for your attn.

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Thanks for the reply. I work for a law firm in FL, and have my own practice in NY & NJ. A ton of ground to cover. Gameplan is to build my book enough so I can go entirely on my own.

I primarily handle PI matters and open to transitioning because of how hard its been to get clients.

Go to church my friend. Go to as many as possible. And don’t be intimidated by the billboards and commercials. Be a person of the people and the people will come to you.

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I am not a Christian but I know where I will be from this Sunday 😁

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