How to Turn a Law Degree into Freedom feat. Nick Troxel (February 2023)

Nick Troxel is a lawyer, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Troxel
Fitch, LLC, a business-focused law firm in Denver. In this
episode, he shares how he went from driving Lyft after law school
to building a thriving firm with his law school roommate. If
you've ever dreamed of starting your own legal business, or
wondered if it's worth the ris, this conversation is for you.



LAWYER SIDE HUSTLES


Nick didn’t have a side hustle in the traditional sense—his firm
was the hustle. He and his partner built it in real time, taking
every contract and client they could, learning by doing, and
stretching every dollar. The early months were full of late
nights, part-time jobs, and small wins that added up to something
bigger. Over time, that side hustle became a full-fledged,
thriving firm.



“I didn’t do this to be super rich or anything. I mean, I want
freedom. And that’s ultimately what entrepreneurship can give you,”
shares Nick Troxel in Episode 76 of You Are a Lawyer.




In addition to running his practice, Nick also co-authored How to
Be a Lawyer, a book that aims to demystify the transition from
law school to practice. His passion for helping new lawyers build
sustainable careers has become a core part of his identity. He
proves that a non-traditional career doesn’t mean a lesser one.
It often means a more fulfilling one, especially when it’s built
with intention and courage.








LISTEN TO LEARN


What it really takes to start a law firm straight out of law
school

Why lifestyle goals should guide your legal career decisions

How to build resilience through uncertainty (and global
pandemics)






WE ALSO DISCUSS


Entrepreneurship as a mindset, not just a job

How to avoid “golden handcuffs” in your career

Why law students should focus on the life they want—not just
the job they think they should take






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