Biography
A Legacy of Leadership, Legal Insight & Innovation
Meet Jim Field
Engineer, Attorney, Strategist, and Law Firm Advisor
From the oil fields of Texas to the boardrooms of international corporations, Jim Field has spent over three decades building a career defined by excellence, leadership, and innovation. His unique combination of technical expertise, legal experience, and strategic business leadership makes him a trusted advisor to law firms seeking operational and financial improvement.
Education & Early Career
Jim graduated first in his class at the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He then earned a Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University and later pursued a Juris Doctor, achieving the highest GPA in his graduating class at Concord Law School.
A member of the California Bar for 11 years, Jim’s legal background includes serving as Director of Gas Contract Negotiations for an international oil company, working with attorneys on international concession agreements, and participating in multi-million-dollar contract litigation in both the U.S. and U.K.
Early in his career, Jim also led complex engineering projects worldwide, including major infrastructure initiatives in Venezuela and corporate negotiations in London—experiences that sharpened his skills in high-stakes problem solving and strategic execution.
Professional Milestones
Innovative Leader
Jim led the creation of a new engineering division, transforming it into a major player generating over $12 million in revenue within two years.
Strategic Visionary
As COO of a leading engineering firm, he spearheaded expansion efforts that nearly doubled the company’s revenue in three years.
Champion of Efficiency
Through strategic initiatives, Jim improved project delivery times and reduced costs, setting new standards in every organization he served.
Transition to Coaching
Jim’s move to business coaching was driven by his passion for mentorship and his ability to improve the way organizations operate. With decades of experience as both a CEO and COO, and a deep understanding of the legal profession, Jim now works with law firm leaders to address operational challenges, strengthen financial performance, and implement strategies that drive sustainable growth.
Coaching Philosophy
Jim’s coaching is built on three pillars: clarity, strategy, and execution. He understands that running a successful law firm requires more than legal expertise—it demands strong systems, efficient workflows, and effective leadership. His approach is highly personalized, blending strategic business planning with practical solutions to ensure that every aspect of a firm’s operations supports its long-term success.
Why Wellspring Focuses on Coaching Law Firms
Jim Field is drawn to working with law firm leaders because of the unique mix of challenges and opportunities they face. From balancing client service with profitability, to adapting to new billing models and legal technology, law firm management demands both precision and vision. Jim believes that firms with strong, adaptable leadership and well-structured operations are best positioned to deliver exceptional results for their clients while building sustainable growth for the future.
What Our Clients Say
"Jim is an absolutely amazing business coach. He is excellent at identifying opportunities in business to assist with growth as well as employee retention.
I struggled with time management and Jim was able to make recommendations for me to prioritize and accomplish the most important tasks first instead of feeling like I was going in circles. Jim also has a tried and tested strategy to assist in hiring the right person for every position which is greatly important in employee retention."
Tracy Valero
Financial Advisor, Sapphire Investment Services, LLC
“ I had the opportunity to experience first-hand the combination of Jim’s expertise, knowledge, assorted skill set, and extraordinary vision. He consistently demonstrated great proficiency in problem-solving and critical thinking, making significant contributions to the projects, always maintaining high standards. His capability for strategic planning is a plus for the business since that entails abilities to set overall goals and to develop a plan to achieve them."
Yolanda Gonzalez
Oil and gas
Project manager
“Jim Field is unique in his space for many reasons- his experience, his education, his ability to connect you with others who benefit your business- but his real standout attribute is that he really listens. He processes and he waits his turn to give feedback. His feedback is direct and to the point, without sugar-coating, without condescension, and without shiny bells and whistles. I find Jim's clarity, practicality, and friendship invaluable."
Emily Taylor
Counsel at Rapp & Krock, PC
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