Meet Atticus
Meet Atticus
Meet Atticus
Discover our mission and meet the team behind our success.
Discover our mission and meet the team behind our success.
Discover our mission and meet the team behind our success.
WHO WE ARE
WHO WE ARE
WHO WE ARE
Start Enjoying the Practice of Law the Atticus Way
Start Enjoying the Practice of Law the Atticus Way
Start Enjoying the Practice of Law the Atticus Way
With 'Great Practice. Great Life.' as our guiding principle, our team of attorneys empower attorneys to boost revenue, gain a competitive edge, and reduce stress to craft thriving, highly profitable law firms. We go beyond traditional coaching to architect success, helping you elevate your practice and embrace a fulfilling life.
With 'Great Practice. Great Life.' as our guiding principle, our team of attorneys empower attorneys to boost revenue, gain a competitive edge, and reduce stress to craft thriving, highly profitable law firms. We go beyond traditional coaching to architect success, helping you elevate your practice and embrace a fulfilling life.
With 'Great Practice. Great Life.' as our guiding principle, our team of attorneys empower attorneys to boost revenue, gain a competitive edge, and reduce stress to craft thriving, highly profitable law firms. We go beyond traditional coaching to architect success, helping you elevate your practice and embrace a fulfilling life.
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
Build a Great Practice and a Great Life.
Build a Great Practice and a Great Life.
Build a Great Practice and a Great Life.
Our mission is to redefine success in the legal profession, one attorney at a time, by promoting 'Great Practice. Great Life.' as the standard of excellence.
Our mission is to redefine success in the legal profession, one attorney at a time, by promoting 'Great Practice. Great Life.' as the standard of excellence.
Our mission is to redefine success in the legal profession, one attorney at a time, by promoting 'Great Practice. Great Life.' as the standard of excellence.
OUR ORIGINS
OUR ORIGINS
OUR ORIGINS
The Atticus Name Sets a High Standard
The Atticus Name Sets a High Standard
The Atticus Name Sets a High Standard
Atticus takes its name from Atticus Finch, the courageous lawyer in Harper Lee’s classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird.
Atticus takes its name from Atticus Finch, the courageous lawyer in Harper Lee’s classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird.
In addition to being a lawyer involved in the biggest and most controversial case of his life, Atticus Finch was also a devoted parent, a caring friend, a reliable neighbor, and a pillar of his community. In the midst of great stress and change, Atticus found a way to maintain balance in both his personal and professional life.
The name reflects our commitment to helping you move closer to that idea, becoming the kind of attorney you envisioned when you entered the profession.
In addition to being a lawyer involved in the biggest and most controversial case of his life, Atticus Finch was also a devoted parent, a caring friend, a reliable neighbor, and a pillar of his community. In the midst of great stress and change, Atticus found a way to maintain balance in both his personal and professional life.
The name reflects our commitment to helping you move closer to that idea, becoming the kind of attorney you envisioned when you entered the profession.
OUR TIMELINE
OUR TIMELINE
OUR TIMELINE
History of Atticus
History of Atticus
History of Atticus
1989
1989
Atticus is Founded
Atticus is Founded
Atticus is Founded
Atticus was founded to provide in-depth, ongoing support and accountability programs for lawyers and law firms
Atticus was founded to provide in-depth, ongoing support and accountability programs for lawyers and law firms
1996
1996
Mark & Shawn Publish First Book
Mark & Shawn Publish First Book
Mark & Shawn Publish First Book
The Making of a Rainmaker – An Ethical Guide to Developing New Clients”, authored by Mark Powers and Shawn McNalis was published by the Florida Bar.
The Making of a Rainmaker – An Ethical Guide to Developing New Clients”, authored by Mark Powers and Shawn McNalis was published by the Florida Bar.
1996
1996
Study Confirms Atticus’ Training Effectiveness
Study Confirms Atticus’ Training Effectiveness
Study Confirms Atticus’ Training Effectiveness
A pilot study was commissioned by Attorneys’ Title Insurance Fund, to objectively determine the success of Atticus training and development programs.
The study was successful and in 1997 Atticus formed a strategic partnership with Attorneys’ Title Insurance Fund which serves over 6,800 real property attorneys in Florida and beyond.
A pilot study was commissioned by Attorneys’ Title Insurance Fund, to objectively determine the success of Atticus training and development programs.
The study was successful and in 1997 Atticus formed a strategic partnership with Attorneys’ Title Insurance Fund which serves over 6,800 real property attorneys in Florida and beyond.
1998
1998
Atticus Pioneers Attorney Coaching
Atticus Pioneers Attorney Coaching
Atticus Pioneers Attorney Coaching
Lawyers Weekly, USA, began tracking a random group of Atticus trained lawyers through a training and development program.
The opening article was entitled, Redesign Your Practice To Serve Your Life – Coaching Programs Help Lawyers Put It All Together.
Lawyers Weekly concluded their series in March of 1999 with an article entitled, Creating The Practice (And the Life) You Want – Lawyers Cut Hours, Increase Profits Through Coaching Program.
The MBA Bar Journal and Florida Bar News subsequently developed a similar series as well.
Lawyers Weekly, USA, began tracking a random group of Atticus trained lawyers through a training and development program.
The opening article was entitled, Redesign Your Practice To Serve Your Life – Coaching Programs Help Lawyers Put It All Together.
Lawyers Weekly concluded their series in March of 1999 with an article entitled, Creating The Practice (And the Life) You Want – Lawyers Cut Hours, Increase Profits Through Coaching Program.
The MBA Bar Journal and Florida Bar News subsequently developed a similar series as well.
1998
1998
Atticus Grows with Strategic Partnership
Atticus Grows with Strategic Partnership
Atticus Grows with Strategic Partnership
Atticus formed a strategic relationship with the Florida Bar, with over 66,000 members, through the Practice Management and Development Section.
Atticus formed a strategic relationship with the Florida Bar, with over 66,000 members, through the Practice Management and Development Section.
2002
2002
Atticus Gains Partnerships with NY & SC Bar Associations
Atticus Gains Partnerships with NY & SC Bar Associations
Atticus Gains Partnerships with NY & SC Bar Associations
Atticus formed strategic relationships with the New York State Bar Association, with over 70,000 members and the South Carolina Bar with over 10,000 members.
Atticus formed strategic relationships with the New York State Bar Association, with over 70,000 members and the South Carolina Bar with over 10,000 members.
Today
Today
Atticus Continues to Grow
Atticus Continues to Grow
Atticus Continues to Grow
Atticus has trained well over 20,000 attorneys through seminar and training programs with bar associations, law firms, and private organizations serving the legal profession nationwide.
Atticus has trained well over 20,000 attorneys through seminar and training programs with bar associations, law firms, and private organizations serving the legal profession nationwide.
OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Get the Atticus Advantage
Get the Atticus Advantage
Get the Atticus Advantage
20,000
20,000
20,000
Trained attorneys living the “Great practice. Great life.” mantra
125
125
125
Years of combined attorney, practice, and law firm coaching experience
1989
1989
1989
Founded Atticus, the Original Law Firm Coaching Agency
TESTIMONIALS
Hear from Your Peers
Don’t just take our word for it.
Guy Garner
Garner Law Firm, P.C.
I’ve taken a lot of programs that always promised the magic bullet to success. This program not only lays it out before you on what can be accomplished, but it gives you the tools to do that. They’re very concrete – it just lays it out and you know I’ve always had the impression it will work if I work it.
Guy Garner
Garner Law Firm, P.C.
Atticus has been a game changer for me and for my practice. I came to Atticus as someone who already had a successful and well run practice. With the help of Atticus I have taken it to the next level. The practice is larger, more profitable, better run, and as a result of developing additional skills, I am now spending substantially more quality time with my family – which is the real reason any of us do this.
Guy Garner
Garner Law Firm, P.C.
Atticus has been a game changer for me and for my practice. I came to Atticus as someone who already had a successful and well run practice. With the help of Atticus I have taken it to the next level. The practice is larger, more profitable, better run, and as a result of developing additional skills, I am now spending substantially more quality time with my family – which is the real reason any of us do this.
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TESTIMONIALS
Hear from Your Peers
Don’t just take our word for it.
Guy Garner
Garner Law Firm, P.C.
I’ve taken a lot of programs that always promised the magic bullet to success. This program not only lays it out before you on what can be accomplished, but it gives you the tools to do that. They’re very concrete – it just lays it out and you know I’ve always had the impression it will work if I work it.
Guy Garner
Garner Law Firm, P.C.
Atticus has been a game changer for me and for my practice. I came to Atticus as someone who already had a successful and well run practice. With the help of Atticus I have taken it to the next level. The practice is larger, more profitable, better run, and as a result of developing additional skills, I am now spending substantially more quality time with my family – which is the real reason any of us do this.
Guy Garner
Garner Law Firm, P.C.
Atticus has been a game changer for me and for my practice. I came to Atticus as someone who already had a successful and well run practice. With the help of Atticus I have taken it to the next level. The practice is larger, more profitable, better run, and as a result of developing additional skills, I am now spending substantially more quality time with my family – which is the real reason any of us do this.
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TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
Hear from Your Peers
Hear from Your Peers
Don’t just take our word for it.
Don’t just take our word for it.
Guy Garner
Garner Law Firm, P.C.
I’ve taken a lot of programs that always promised the magic bullet to success. This program not only lays it out before you on what can be accomplished, but it gives you the tools to do that. They’re very concrete – it just lays it out and you know I’ve always had the impression it will work if I work it.
Guy Garner
Garner Law Firm, P.C.
Atticus has been a game changer for me and for my practice. I came to Atticus as someone who already had a successful and well run practice. With the help of Atticus I have taken it to the next level. The practice is larger, more profitable, better run, and as a result of developing additional skills, I am now spending substantially more quality time with my family – which is the real reason any of us do this.
Guy Garner
Garner Law Firm, P.C.
Atticus has been a game changer for me and for my practice. I came to Atticus as someone who already had a successful and well run practice. With the help of Atticus I have taken it to the next level. The practice is larger, more profitable, better run, and as a result of developing additional skills, I am now spending substantially more quality time with my family – which is the real reason any of us do this.
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OUR TEAM
Meet the Leaders & Shareholders of Atticus
Valerie Peterson
Chief Executive Officer
Mark Powers
President & Shareholder
Glenn Finch
Shareholder
Shawn McNalis
Shareholder
Steve Riley
Shareholder
OUR TEAM
Meet the Leaders & Shareholders of Atticus
Valerie Peterson
Chief Executive Officer
Mark Powers
President & Shareholder
Glenn Finch
Shareholder
Shawn McNalis
Shareholder
Steve Riley
Shareholder
OUR TEAM
Meet the Leaders & Shareholders of Atticus
Valerie Peterson
Chief Executive Officer
Mark Powers
President & Shareholder
Glenn Finch
Shareholder
Shawn McNalis
Shareholder
Steve Riley
Shareholder
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Work with Us
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Ready to take your firm to the next level?
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