I write a lot about the advantages (and some disadvantages) of a solo law practice. Less bureaucracy. No employee complications. Freedom to practice in the areas and cases I choose. There are many advantages, such as having a balanced life. But, in the end, the reason I am, and have always been (mostly) a solo lawyer is that I am a control freak. I am acutely aware that we live in a world in which very few things are within our control. A spouse gets cancer and dies. Politicians somewhere start a war while you are in College. The Government decides to draft all young men. I have seen it all. So, when a Stoic realizes that his own choices are the only thing he can control, solo practice is a great answer. Every decision in my practice is mine. No committees. No long, boring studies. No budget constraints. If the money is there, at least. If you want the peace of knowing that your practice is exactly what you want it to be, solo practice is the best decision. Your life. You decide. 