September 2021
VOLUME 40, ISSUE 8
Table of Contents
Features
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Legal Industry/Business Management
Shaking Up the Law Firm Management Structure
Alternative business structures are allowing non-lawyers to share in law firm profits.
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Operations Management
Balancing Tradition with Progress
Law firms juggle digital efficiencies with the human touch.
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Human Resources Management
Finding Common Ground
We’ve got advice for managing conflict in your legal organization.
Columns
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Big Ideas: ALA Executive Director’s Letter
My Volunteerism Made Me a Better Conflict Manager
Who would have thought that saying yes to volunteering would hone my conflict management skills?
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BP Perspective: Insights from a Business Partner
Examining the Employee Benefits Landscape
A lot has changed in 18 months, especially in terms of employees' benefit needs.
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Diversity Dialogue: Broadening Business Perspectives
Tips from the Trenches: Women in Law Firm Leadership Share Their Wisdom
A group of women legal thought leaders discuss their experiences.
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Thinking out Cloud: Translating Tech to Business
Zero Touch Is Just as Important as Zero Trust for a Secure Cloud
Not all clouds are created equal, and not all have been built with the same security principles in mind.
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Test Drive: Gadget Reviews with Bill and Phil
Note-Taking Apps: So Many Choices — Which Is Best for You?
Bill and Phil look at the best note-taking apps.
Departments
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Industry News: Legal Management Updates
Prepping for the CLM Exam? Ops in a Box Can Help
The knowledge set required by the CLM exam is essential to anyone running a business.
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Tips and Trends: Industry Advice and Developments
Hoteling 2.0: It’s Like Working in an Office, But Better
Firms that can leverage the benefits of hoteling stand to gain significantly in reduced real estate and recruiting talent.
ALA Now
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ALA Faces: Member and Chapter News
Anniversaries, Awards and Appointments September 2021
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At ALA: News About ALA
What's Happening at Headquarters September 2021