1. Tell us a little bit about your legal career and why you decided to become a freelance lawyer with LawFlex?
In America, I was a civil rights attorney that managed innovative racial discrimination testing programs in the areas of employment, mortgage-lending, and public accommodations. After moving to Israel with my family in 2003, I did sporadic legal work including document review projects and contract law. Several years ago, Zohar Fisher and Jackie Donner saw articles that I posted on LinkedIn and that is how my relationship started with LawFlex. For the last three years, I have worked on numerous document review projects and other legal projects with LawFlex.
2. How has transitioning from traditional legal practice to freelance work impacted your career and work-life balance?
My legal career has simply rocketed upward since dedicating myself to freelance work. It allows me to work and spend more time with my wife, children and grandchildren.
3. Can you share some of the most interesting or challenging projects you’ve worked on with LawFlex? What stands out about those experiences?
LawFlex coordinated with the Asserson Law Firm to send a few attorneys to assist in Asserson’s research project on the BBC’s reporting of the Israel – Gaza war from October 7, 2023 to February 7th 2024. I am proud of my role in the project as the Asserson Report on the BBC was released yesterday.
4. How do you find LawFlex’s flexible model different from traditional law firm environments? What advantages have you found working with LawFlex?
LawFlex’s business model allows attorneys to work from home in a relaxed environment which promotes happiness and productivity. In addition, it allows employees to complete their tasks at times when they can accomplish more. For example, I like to work early in the morning when my mind is fresh and clear.
5. What role do you think legal outsourcing and ALSPs like LawFlex play in reshaping the future of the legal industry?
One of LawFlex’s strengths is that it draws legal experts from numerous countries and continents to provide excellent legal services. Each member of the team contributes their unique legal skills to deliver a superior legal product. For example, in many of our document review projects, we have attorneys from the USA, England, Belgium, Australia and Israel operating as a cohesive team.
6. What advice would you give to a lawyer considering transitioning to freelance work and joining the LawFlex platform?
Be patient and Be positive. LawFlex is growing and acquiring more clients and additional projects.