Find out how to get started and run your own successful firm

Structuring a firm for success is a formidable task—take advantage of helpful resources, tools, and benefit programs to guide you into your future practice.

Starting a firm is a challenge. From deciding on insurance and finding a broker, to handling human resources regulations and cyber risks, to managing legal questions and other vexing issues, the AIA Trust offers a wealth of guides, tools, and reference materials accessible 24/7 to help you embark successfully on your new firm venture.

For example, you’ll find the guide on Making the Transition to Running Your Own Firm, the webinar and booklet on Creating & Maintaining A Professional Practice, an insurance checklist of the coverage you'll need -- plus articles about evolving risks with tips and tools on how to avoid or manage them. These are just a few examples of the resources that will help guide you as a new firm owner in assessing, avoiding, and managing your risks successfully.