AfterLaw is a new initiative inside rhubarbHive, designed to support law-firm owners after their exit — helping them plan the next chapter with confidence, purpose and balance.
Built for those approaching retirement or stepping back from ownership, AfterLaw will offer a curated pathway into what comes next.
For many sellers, the business sale is only the first part of the journey.
The deeper questions are:
AfterLaw will provide a structured way to explore these questions — long before, during and after the exit process.
Exploring new routines, balance, ambitions and direction after stepping back from ownership.
Introductions to specialists in wealth, retirement and long-term planning (non-advisory and independent).
Advisory, non-executive, mentoring or part-time roles for those who wish to stay connected to the profession.
Guidance for those navigating the emotional and psychological shift out of practice.
A curated group of former firm owners who want to share ideas, experiences and opportunities.
AfterLaw is being developed for:
This is about helping people move forward with confidence — not just completing a transaction.
Throughout 2026 we will:
This will become a natural extension of the matchmaker⁺ process.
If you are considering an exit in the next few years — or simply want to explore what life after law might look like — you can register interest now.
Early conversations will help shape the first version of AfterLaw.