Mentorship for the Hybrid Firm

Technology and workplace environments are changing the way law firms can provide ongoing career development for younger attorneys and staff.

Accomplished attorney, e-discovery expert and professor Maura Grossman didn’t have a mentor during the first six or seven years of her legal career. There were partners in her firm with whom she was friendly, but nobody she could confide in about her career path. This was during a time where attorneys — particularly women — didn’t have access to much mentorship unless there was a formal program in place. Read more.

The Four-Day Work Week: Science Fiction or Inevitable Reality?

The concept of a four-day work week — roughly 32 hours — is gaining momentum across various industries as a step toward improving work-life balance and productivity. However, the legal industry has a unique set of challenges to overcome. Client-centric operations, reliance on billable hours, and the demands of external mandates such as court dates and regulatory deadlines make the adoption of a four-day work week a complex proposition. Read more.

The Case for More Contingency-Fee Work

Contingency fees — which have traditionally been used in certain types of matters, including personal injury cases, mass torts and business disputes — seem to have become a growing focus for law firms in recent years. Could the billing structure help your firm boost profitability? Read more.

Making the Business Case: How to Convince Law Firm Leaders to Invest in New Tech

Convincing lawyers and legal organization employees to change can often require many different skill sets and different messages. Here are five best practices to consider when developing your business case for investing in new technology. Read more.

3 Ways Leaders Can Dismantle IYKYK Cultures and Unspoken Rules

In my career exploring the psychology of the corporate world, I have noticed a pervasive use of IYKYK (if you know, you know). As managers and leaders at law firms, you can do three key things to dismantle if-you-know-you-know cultures and unspoken rules. Read more.

Why Cash Is King at Your Law Firm

One of the best ways to make sure your firm can withstand economic headwinds is having enough cash on hand. But given the many things you have to spend money on, it can be hard to make sure reserves are plentiful. Business finance expert M.C. Laubscher joins the show to talk about the best ways to make your firm resilient during turbulent economic times and offers some creative ways to ensure profitability. Listen now.

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How Empathy and Honesty Can Make the Firing Process Easier
Published 11/20/2024

The firing process isn’t fun, but there are ways to ensure it remains kind, respectful and regret-free for both employee and manager. Read more.

By breaking down silos and fostering a collaborative culture, small to midsize firms can drive sustainable growth to punch above your weight class. Read more.