NetworksSchmidt Marketing serves as administrator or executive director for several networks of law firms, having founded two of them. In addition, Sally Schmidt frequently consults to other networks on marketing-related issues, and has presented at annual or regional meetings of ten different consortiums of law firms. The Schmidt Marketing, Inc. Marketing Network was formed in 2003 to bring together mid-sized law firms to exchange ideas and discuss issues related to marketing and business development. With eight current member firms ranging from 25 to 100 lawyers, the network provides a forum where non-competing law firms can share effective marketing strategies and techniques. We are seeking additional members from selected markets. Network Administration and Services Schmidt Marketing, Inc. currently assists several networks, ranging from eight to more than 150 law firm members, with their marketing, internal and external communications, long-term and short-term strategic planning (including one of the largest law firm networks in the world) and other administrative tasks. Specifically, we have assisted national and worldwide law firm networks with the following activities:
Schmidt Marketing, Inc. Marketing Network The SMI Marketing Network is limited to mid-sized, general practice law firms (approximately 25-100 lawyers). Members receive geographic exclusivity; there will be only one firm per market, and existing members have the "right of first refusal" over new members in their area. The network will include a maximum of 15 law firms. The marketing network offers representatives of the member firms opportunities to:
The exchange of marketing ideas and strategies is accomplished through semi-annual face-to-face meetings and an ongoing Internet listserver for member firm representatives. For further information on the Marketing Network, contact Sally Schmidt at sallyschmidt@schmidt-marketing.com or 952/767-0115. Member, Executive Committee “Thank you for all of your hard work and expertise. The meetings run so smoothly and are so much more valuable and enjoyable because of what you contribute. With warm appreciation.” Member, Executive Committee |