Build the Practice-Ready Skills Law School Leaves Out
Practical, guided training that helps attorneys master the essential skills of legal practice—bridging the gap between law school and CLE.
Currently in Beta • Practice-Ready Foundations Learning Path Available
The Problem Launchpad Solves
Law school teaches theory. CLE focuses on compliance. Neither prepares attorneys for the day-to-day realities of practice—the expectations, judgment calls, and professional skills that determine whether someone struggles or succeeds.
LaunchPad was built to change that.
Built for Law Firms. Designed to Grow with You.
Practice-Ready Skills
Hands-on training focused on real-world professional skills that matter most to legal success — not academic theory.
Built for Modern Teams
Launchpad offloads skills training from partners while helping attorneys build competence and confidence in hours—not years.
All-Star Instructors
Learn from a cross-disciplinary dream team of top attorneys and legal experts — all aligned towards your success.
Guided Learning Paths
Zero guesswork. Clear, structured journeys show learners exactly where to start, what comes next, and how skills build over time.
Engaging & Practical
No long lectures. No wasted time. Learners get valuable templates, checklists, and frameworks they can use in their daily practice.
Shown How to Thrive
Not told what to do. Today's learners don't want static instructions; they need clear next steps and visible progress. Launchpad delivers.
Meet the Launchpad Dream Team
Joel Oster
Launchpad Guide
President and general counsel at Comedian of Law LLC. Joel's a litigator, national speaker, podcaster, and stand-up comic.
Roger Barton
Managing Partner
Managing Partner of Barton LLP, where he applies over 30 years of experience to lead his firm.
Lee Burgess
Legal Writing Expert
Co-founder of the Law School Toolbox and the Bar Exam Toolbox, resources that help aspiring lawyers thrive.
William (Bill) Josten
Legal Operations Expert
Director of Client Value and Commercial Strategy with Honigman LLP, bringing a wealth of knowledge on how law firms operate and succeed.
Yuliya LaRoe
Associate Mentor
Founder and CEO of LeadWise Group, an award-winning law firm consulting and coaching company.
Mike Lubofsky
Wellness & Productivity Expert
Founder and psychotherapist at Attorney Therapists, an online resource for attorneys seeking mental health assistance.
Steve Fretzin
Legal Branding Coach
Bestselling author, host of the BE THAT LAWYER Podcast, and business development coach for attorneys.
Don Ford III
Managing Partner
Managing partner of Ford + Bergner LLP, with nearly 30 years of experience.
Expert-Driven. Backed by NBI.
Launchpad is built by the team behind National Business Institute — trusted by law firms nationwide for over 40 years. Training is led by experienced attorneys, firm leaders, and industry experts who understand the realities of modern legal practice.
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