The New Direction of Law Firm Leadership
There is no law firm management topic about which more has been written than Leadership. The presumption at the base of most of these discussions is that the most successful professional service firms have the best leaders. And that prompts all sorts of further discussion about leadership styles, techniques, and the eternal debate as to […]
Better Than Weeds?
Law firms are struggling with surplus office space, and the common “better than weeds” approach of hiring lawyers to fill empty offices often leads to poor hiring decisions and higher costs, making it more beneficial to downsize or sublease space instead.
The Tall Poppy Syndrome and Origination Credit
Law firms talk a good game about sophisticated management but often, just when a firm reaches the verge of running like a business, its culture gets in the way. Case in point is business origination: should it be measured, how should it be measured and what do we do with the data? Almost 25% of […]
Valuing Managers: The Art of Paying Partners Who Manage the Firm
In law firms, effective management can be strengthened by clarifying roles and offering support to leaders, aligning their work with the firm’s overall success.
Is It Time to Abandon Your Firm’s Business Model?
“Big Law is dying” That’s the theme of thousands of articles and blog posts that show up on our desktops every week. Mainly the writers are wringing their hands about the disruption that is occurring to the traditional business models of large law firms. But if we can divert our attention from the pity party […]
Breaking the Wall: Six Rules to Managing The Three Million Dollar Practice and Beyond
Discover how a top attorney’s unique approach to client relationships, team dynamics, and strategic focus drives exceptional growth and sets new standards in the legal field.
Déjà vu All Over Again
Could more frequent, streamlined reviews be the key to better efficiency and lasting success in law firm compensation? Discover how a shift in approach might save time and reward performance effectively.
Selling a Merger
Curious about the key actions that drive successful merger approvals? Discover how firm leaders can align partner interests, address concerns, and navigate the complexities of merging with confidence.
Managing Partners: Full or Part Time?
How can managing partners strike a balance between leadership and active legal practice? Explore strategies to maintain credibility, set boundaries, and manage expectations in this dual role.
Getting in Front of the Curve
How can law firms capture first mover advantage without unnecessary risk? Discover strategic steps for identifying trends, leveraging firm strengths, and testing opportunities for lasting impact.