Lawyers should begin planning early for the time when they choose to retire, or may be forced to leave the practice of law due to an unexpected inability to practice.
In fact, solo practitioners and lawyers in small firms have an affirmative duty to prepare for an unexpected inability to practice so that their clients' interests are protected. (See, Rule 41, Ariz. R. Sup. Ct., comment [2])
Succession Planning manual and forms
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