by Patrick J. McKenna, Edge International

Earlier this year, I posed a single question to about 100 managing partners. The question: "As someone responsible for helping chart your firm's future, what are your 'Burning Issues' — those critical business issues concerning strategy, growth, practice management, professional development, or whatever subject(s) it is, that is currently occupying your leadership agenda?"

I was pleased to receive detailed responses from 43 firm leaders, representing firms from 100 to over 2000 lawyers in size. Those responses came either by way of written feedback or, in many cases, the opportunity to engage in some interesting and thought-provoking discussions.

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