“BigLaw attorneys don’t need any more cold calls at their desk or emails in their inbox. They need reliable expertise so they can focus on what they do best; excelling.”
The Financial Planning Brief
BigLaw attorneys need smart, tailored information for high income, high pressure, low spare-time careers. That’s exactly what this 30-minute session delivers—no fluff, no sales pitch.
Whether in-person or over Zoom, Financial Planning Briefs for BigLaw Attorneys equips Summer Associates and/or early-career attorneys with confidence around:
Balancing student loans with savings
Analyzing and electing employee benefits
Getting grounded with the income
Mitigating taxes
Understanding the different investment accounts
Planning for life events
Becoming financially resilient
Navigating a career path
Perfect for These Programs:
Summer Associate education sessions
Associate development initiatives
Community groups within the firm
Firm wellness events
Practice group sessions
Can be offered live or virtually. No financial products. No follow-up pressure.
About the presenter
Matt Smith is a Certified Financial Planner professional whose Investment Advisory firm caters to BigLaw Attorneys. Matt works with 40+ families around the country to help them gain financial security and independence.
Matt is paid strictly for his advice and does not sell any products. Attorneys appreciate and understand this model.
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