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Talent – The Final Strategic Frontier?

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In a post two years ago this month “Here We Go All Over Again… or Not”, I posed a series of questions about what might happen to the legal world in this era of Generative AI.   While the takeover of the industry by computers...more

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Lateral Partner Integration, Part 1 The Importance of Partnering with Marketing and Business Development Departments to...

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Integrating lateral partners into a law firm is a multifaceted process that goes far beyond onboarding logistics. It requires strategic planning, cultural alignment, and—most critically—collaboration across departments. Among...more

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Are Your Practice Groups—and Their Leaders—Truly Empowered?

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Several colleagues were recently interviewing for a role as the head of Practice Group Management at a law firm. Some came from firms that I would describe as having empowered their practice group leaders—firms that were, in...more

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Hunting in Packs: Why Law Firms Must Align Around Client Needs, Not Internal Structures

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The days of the lone-wolf attorney are numbered; the future belongs to firms that hunt in packs. Those who incentivize and reward true teaming will win. Mike Mellor explains....more

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11 Hurdles Facing Corporate Law Firms in 2025

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John Eix explores key hurdles facing corporate law firms in 2025—challenges that must be addressed to remain relevant, profitable, and resilient in a client-first legal economy....more

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The Evolving Role of Lawyers as Geopolitical Analysts

With recent shifts in trade policies and tariffs, lawyers are increasingly called upon to navigate complex geopolitical landscapes. We’ve long recognized that today’s legal advisors must act as business partners to their...more

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The Lateral Gold Rush: 5 Critical Questions Law Firm Leaders Must Ask

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The lateral hiring market is always in motion—and law firm leaders are frequently under pressure to act. But before you make your next big lateral hire, pause. You have a lot more to lose than you think. The firms that are...more

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Navigating Generational Friction in Law Firms 

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In May of 2023, I (Mike) tried to raise awareness of the challenges of navigating generational changes by focusing on the impact on partner compensation… The post Navigating Generational Friction in Law Firms  appeared first...more

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How to Help Your Attorneys to Produce Successful Thought Leadership – An Office Hours Recap

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Paul Ryplewski shares a recap of a recent client webinar with Katie Hollar Barnard, Managing Partner and CEO, Firesign | Enlightened Legal Marketing, and Lauren Michaud Knotts, Senior Communications & PR Manager, McGlinchey...more

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Senior Partners are the Golden Ticket for Law Firms

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Coaching younger lawyers on BD is an obvious way to grow future rainmakers, but it should never be limited to partners in the first half of their careers....more

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Accountability vs. Autonomy – Is That Really the Question?

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Law firms often struggle with accountability. At its core, accountability means taking responsibility for one’s commitments, a concept that should align naturally with the legal profession’s values. Yet, in many firms, the...more

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Collaboration Cannot Be Mandated, But It Can Be Orchestrated

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The latest in Clinton Gary's 10-part series exploring the CREDO 10 principles of collaborative growth for law firm leaders....more

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Will Law Firm Marketing Change Under the Trump Administration?

While law firm marketing isn’t directly dictated by who’s in the White House, economic policies, regulatory shifts and changes in corporate priorities can all influence how law firms position themselves....more

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Where Do You Want to Be in Five Years? Building The Career You Deserve

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Ten years into my career, someone asked me a pivotal question that completely reframed how I thought about work and professional development: "Where do you see yourself in five years?" I had no answer. My focus was locked on...more

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Collaborative Growth is Defined and Deliberate in Law Firms

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The latest in Clinton Gary's 10-part series exploring the CREDO 10 principles of collaborative growth for law firm leaders....more

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Your $400,000 Minute: Mastering the True Value of Time

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In a world where time is the one resource we can’t reclaim, understanding its true value is transformative. Imagine this: your time is worth $400,000 per minute. What would change in your life if you adopted this mindset?...more

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Best Practices for Winning the War for Lateral Talent

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Lateral partner and partner group hires can provide a significant source of potential revenue growth for law firms by creating opportunities for new services, new clients, and expansion into new markets. Many law firms...more

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The Six Stages of AI Transformation in Law Firms

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There’s a lot of talk of artificial intelligence “disrupting” the legal industry. What exactly does that mean? And what shape should firms expect this disruption journey to take?...more

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Association Legal Administrators’ Executive Leadership Summit Highlights Future-Ready: Strategic Planning for the Evolution of the...

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Midsize to large law firms are under increasing pressure to adapt to significant changes in workforce expectations, client demands, and operational complexity.  Factors such as hybrid work models, evolving client...more

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Mastering the Art of Letting Go: How Law Firm Leaders Can Delegate Effectively

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Delegation isn’t just a skill; it’s an art—and let’s face it, one of the hardest to master. As a lawyer and leader, it’s easy to convince yourself that you’re the only one who can do things the “right way.” But the reality...more

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Ryan MacDougall Discusses Business Development in the Legal Industry

Ryan MacDougall is the Chief Business Development Officer for Wolf Greenfield. Since joining the firm in 2010, he has worked closely with the firm's executive leadership, management, and practice groups to build and implement...more

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3 Ways AI Will Transform Legal Marketing & Business Development

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The holy grail of marketing—not just in law but in every industry—is one-to-one engagement. Michael Idinopulos explores how and why AI is the perfect solution....more

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Adapting Networking Strategies for the Post-Pandemic Era

The landscape of networking has shifted significantly in recent years, driven in large part by the pandemic. This period has accelerated changes that were already underway, such as the rise of virtual meetings, remote work,...more

The Market Leaders Podcast

Episode 97: Breaking Down Silos: Achieving Cohesion in Law Firms with Guest Kate Stoddard

In this episode of the Market Leaders Podcast, host David Ackert sits down with Kate Stoddard, Chief Marketing Officer at Kelley Drye & Warren, to explore the pervasive issue of siloing within law firms and how to overcome...more

Hsu Untied (by Richard Hsu)

Hsu Untied interview with Chad Shear, Partner at Cooley

An interview with Chad Shear, Partner at Cooley by Richard Hsu...more

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