Flourishing in Law

The path forward is
unique to you. So
much is within
your control and
ability to influence.

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Flourishing in Law

The path forward is unique to you.
So much is within your control and
ability to influence.

Learn More

Flourishing in Law

The path forward is unique to you.
So much is within your control and
ability to influence.

Learn More

Welcome to The Lawyer Coach

Your career. Your pace. Your version of success.

We are here to support you in navigating challenges,
unlocking clarity, and moving forward with purpose.

Whether you have worked with a coach before or are thinking it might be a good time to start, the best next step is to schedule a complimentary coaching session.

Our consultations provide you with the opportunity to speak with one of our coaches about the challenges you are facing, to begin strategizing the path forward, and to experience coaching.

There is no obligation to proceed beyond the first complimentary session, so when you are ready to take this step follow the link below to schedule a session.

Schedule a Complimentary Session
Who We Work With

At TLC our mission is to help you build a strong foundation for a successful career in law.

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JUNIOR LAWYERS
MID-CAREERS LAWYERS
SENIOR LAWYERS
FOUNDERS & LEADERSHIP TEAM

“We work with lawyers across the profession — from early-career associates to managing partners, from in-house counsel to legal entrepreneurs.”

What Clients Say

Our clients come to us at moments of transition, growth, or challenge. They may be navigating leadership roles, burnout, complex team dynamics, or a desire to align their work with their values. What they share is a commitment to doing their work well — and a willingness to invest in themselves.

“The session on coaching skills for mentors led by Karmen Masson was really useful for me. Karmen is an experienced, engaging and informative instructor – I learned the importance of listening, clarifying and engaging with mentees in a thoughtful and effective way, without imposing my own beliefs and strategies on my mentee, but rather working with their own skills, beliefs and attitudes. I am definitely a better mentor for having attended this course.”

Darlene W. Scott, KC, Senior Counsel, Dentons Canada LLP, and President of the Law Society of Alberta (2021-22)

“Karmen was fantastic – obviously very knowledgeable, and she has a calming presence and teaching style about her that made me feel comfortable/relaxed and engaged.”

“What a fantastic workshop! Karmen was great. I loved her energy and how she had us learning through a dialogue with her and with one another. I took a lot away from it.”

“I think this was extremely valuable… I feel every mentor should have an opportunity to take this course [Coaching Skills for Law Society of Alberta Mentors].”

“I am so glad Karmen was my first coach ever! By utilizing exceptional listening and critical thinking skills, a warm and non-judgmental approach, and her pure passion for helping others along with her integrity, I could open up and trust her.”

“In just three sessions together, Karmen helped me to identify the sources of my late-career malaise, to get my bearings about why and where to proceed from here, and to develop a framework for designing the optimal path forward for the subsequent stages of my working life. She has a knack for making the right suggestion or observation at the ideal time to trigger a revelation or kick-start the next stage of the journey. I would unequivocally recommend her services.”

Jordan Furlong, Principal Lawyer

“I started working with Allison in 2023. Fatigued and bewildered by the lingering effects of the Pandemic on practice and the workplace, I turned to Allison for insights and advice on firm management and business development. Allison’s advice is strategic, practical and joyful. She’s no bobblehead – Allison has delivered hard truths that have been invaluable in shaping my practice. And her solutions are bespoke; customized to the client’s unique needs. She is one of my most trusted advisors.”

Ted Flett

Coaching with Allison has been invaluable to me and my career. Allison is a dedicated, patient and effective coach. She has been both a practical resource for business development and a sounding board on the human and emotional level. She celebrates my successes, helps me generate ideas, and holds me accountable in moving forward, even when I am feeling uncertain or discouraged. She helps me build my resilience in dealing with all the challenges inherent in being a lawyer. She also has a very essential human touch I really appreciate.

Monique Shebbeare, Wills, Estates, and Reproductive Law

“I started (and most importantly, stuck with!) a personalized professional development plan that works for me. Making a plan, and continuing to put that plan into place. Without question, coaching helped shape the direction of my practice, and shifted my approach to client development.”

“The result has been a remarkable increase in my efficiency and productivity. This in turn has given me the confidence that I am in control of my career, a perspective I did not have prior to working with Allison.”

“I am currently working on becoming self-sufficient in my business development. My approach is noticeably different. Having someone who knows more about marketing, targeting people, and how to approach people has been helpful. I’m learning how to do this from my “authentic self”.

Allison has provided invaluable counsel to me for many years, and I now have more control and satisfaction in my legal career than I thought possible. She has the experience to know “how it is” in law, but she also has a vision for how much better it could be, and the training to help clients discover and chart their own paths.

Ellen Vandergrift, Vandergrift Law

Over the last few years, Allison has become my ultimate professional–and sometimes personal–support. Her advice is strategic, action-oriented and practical. She will break down larger career goals into manageable steps that don’t feel overwhelming. I come away from our meetings reinvigorated about my career path–one that I own and have created. Ultimately, working with Allison is an investment I have made in myself and in my career. I cherish her wisdom, her sound advice and her friendship.

Michelle Yung

“As a result of the coaching I’ve noticed I’m better able to work with and delegate to staff.”

Allison’s advice and guidance have been instrumental in helping me to develop a busy commercial litigation practice, while also prioritizing family and outside interests. Allison’s range of experience with lawyers in the United States, Canada and overseas allows her to offer a perspective to her clients that few others can. I highly recommend her services to lawyers looking to improve their practices and personal lives.

Curtis E. Marble, Partner

“Coaching has ensured that I prioritize my time to focus on tasks that support my career goals.”

Allison was instrumental in my transition to a practice devoted to mediation and arbitration. With her assistance, I was able to develop and then execute a plan going forward. I continue to use Allison’s services to keep me my marketing and business development work on track. I have no hesitation in recommending Allison as a coach and a marketing consultant.

Mark Tweedy, C. Med.

“I was surprised at how easy the process was and how well Karmen facilitated me through my thought process to get to where I wanted to go.”

“I am approaching practice development in a completely different way than I ever have before.”

“Karmen is fiercely intelligent and intuitive, with a heart of gold and amazing listening skills, always bringing clarity to the core of matters.”

Allison is my go to person for career advice. Whether I’m struggling with a new aspect of day to day practice or planning for the future, Allison is there for me. Allison takes the time to listen to and understand me: my goals, areas of challenge and personality. Allison then provides practical and useful advice that I have implemented time and time again. I really don’t know what I’d do without her.

Danielle Lewchuk
Why We Coach

We’re here to help transform legal practice — one lawyer at a time, one firm at a time.

The law matters. And to serve it well, we need to retain the bright, ethical, and capable people who choose this path. But for many, the way we practice isn’t sustainable.

We believe that change is possible — and that lawyers have more power than they think to influence how they work and lead. Our role is to help unlock that potential.

Get To Know Us
Why We Coach

We’re here to help transform legal practice — one lawyer at a time, one firm at a time.

The law matters. And to serve it well, we need to retain the bright, ethical, and capable people who choose this path. But for many, the way we practice isn’t sustainable.

We believe that change is possible — and that lawyers have more power than they think to influence how they work and lead. Our role is to help unlock that potential.

Get to Know Us

About Our Founder

Allison Wolf is a senior coach and strategic advisor who has worked exclusively with lawyers from across North America for over 20 years. Allison has helped hundreds of lawyers develop flourishing legal practices and improve their satisfaction in both their professional and personal lives. Allison also works with law firm founders and leaders on growing profitable and sustainable legal businesses.

Her specialty is uncovering the thinking traps and gaps holding clients back and helping them acquire the mindset, skills, strategies, and habits needed to advance their goals. Allison brings to each coaching session the knowledge and insight that comes from thousands of hours of conversation with lawyers across North America. She serves as both coach and strategic advisor, delivering practical solutions tailored to each client’s unique challenges and aspirations.

Allison is a passionate coach, dedicated both to her clients and to advancing the transformation of the legal profession as a whole.

Learn more about Allison
About Our Founder

Allison Wolf is a senior coach and strategic advisor who has worked exclusively with lawyers from across North America for over 20 years. Allison has helped hundreds of lawyers develop flourishing legal practices and improve their satisfaction in both their professional and personal lives. Allison also works with law firm founders and leaders on growing profitable and sustainable legal businesses.

Her specialty is uncovering the thinking traps and gaps holding clients back and helping them acquire the mindset, skills, strategies, and habits needed to advance their goals. Allison brings to each coaching session the knowledge and insight that comes from thousands of hours of conversation with lawyers across North America. She serves as both coach and strategic advisor, delivering practical solutions tailored to each client’s unique challenges and aspirations.

Allison is a passionate coach, dedicated both to her clients and to advancing the transformation of the legal profession as a whole.

Learn More About Allison