From the Greatest American Lawyer:
Five great things about the independent practitioner:
1. The only interests you serve are your own and your clients;
2. The ability to make decisions and execute those decisions immediately without partnership input, bureaucracy or approval;
3. The ability to think completely outside the box. After all, the only reputation on the line is your own;
4. Deemphasizing hours and emphasizing value and client relationships;
5. Seeing the results of your efforts and knowing that you and your small staff are responsible of the firm’s achievements;