When the Old Way No Longer Works, You Build a New One The legal world loves tradition—but what if tradition is holding you back? That was the question weighing on attorney Dan Sapienza. For years, Dan built his career in a respected, well-established law firm—one that had served its clients well. But as the legal industry evolved, he
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