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You can't wellness-program your way out of a structural problem

We care about your mental health. Here's a mindfulness app. Now go bill 2,000 hours." Big Law offers yoga while maintaining the exact structure causing burnout. Lawyers show stress at 1,200 billable hours—yet firms demand 1,700-2,000 annually.

Sebastian Elawny

12 hours ago2 min read

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The legal profession needs a specialization revolution

When I graduated from law school, I did what most new lawyers do. I traipsed around the office, asking everyone with an open door if they...

Sebastian Elawny

Oct 6, 20253 min read

We have a monopoly on legal advice, yet we're giving away our most valuable services

Let me blow your mind: The legal profession is the only industry where competitors literally cannot enter the market (thanks, Law Societies!), yet we consistently undervalue and underprice our core services.

Sebastian Elawny

Aug 19, 20251 min read

We're selling trust, but clients aren't buying loyalty

Are lawyers really trusted advisors, or are we just telling ourselves that story?

Sebastian Elawny

Aug 11, 20251 min read

Alberta's 2025 Child Care Reforms: Grants for Licensed Daycares in Alberta

Outsiders Law can help with your Preschool and Daycare needs to help ensure that you qualify for grants in Alberta.

Rahul Tandon

Jun 13, 20251 min read