With nearly 35 years of legal experience, Dick Bryant brings a seasoned perspective to the value of legal insurance. Based in Kansas City, Bryant practices law across multiple jurisdictions, including Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands. As a senior member of a small firm, he has seen firsthand how the legal profession has evolved – and how participating as a plan attorney can support long‑term practice growth.
Predictable client demand with real legal needs
One of the key benefits of working as an ARAG network attorney is the nature of client relationships. Rather than traditional cold calls, plan attorneys receive calls from members who already have legal coverage and immediate needs. These clients are part of a legal insurance plan, which means attorneys know where the client is coming from and understand the structure of the engagement from the start. This predictability helps firms better manage intake while focusing on providing timely legal support.
Financial stability that supports firm growth
Legal insurance can also provide meaningful financial advantages for law firms. Depending on the plan, certain legal matters are paid directly by ARAG, reducing billing friction and improving cash flow. Over time, this additional stream of clients can help firms expand while keeping administrative complexity low. For many attorneys, legal insurance becomes a reliable foundation that complements traditional client work.
Turning plan members into clients for life
Perhaps most importantly, successful relationships built through legal insurance often extend well beyond the plan itself. When clients have a positive experience, they return – and they refer others. Over the years, many ARAG plan members become long‑term clients, even after their coverage ends. Word‑of‑mouth referrals from satisfied clients continue to help firms grow organically, reinforcing the long‑term value of participating in a legal insurance network.