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A recent study from Wells Fargo's Legal Specialty Group shows that demand for legal services have dropped 1.9% among mid-size firms and 2.9% among the top 50 highest-grossing firms. So, what can your firm do to compete in a market where demand is declining? Our suggestion is to invest in marketing based on ROI and maximize efficiency. There are more ways to become more profitable than simply taking on more clients. Cost reduction strategies and better budgeting can help you come out on top, even during a decline in demand! #lawfirm #lawyer #attorney

We on the Business-of-Law team talk a lot about succession planning and professional development in the legal industry, and this series brilliantly captures many of the quandaries driving those conversations. Standout work by our colleagues on the litigation team including Ross Todd, Samantha Joseph, Amanda Bronstad, Lisa Willis, Charles Toutant, Brian Lee, Alaina Lancaster (and others I fear I am clumsily neglecting to name... please see me offline to redeem groveling apologies/future favors). You should read these pieces. https://lnkd.in/e5w27yXQ

It’s time to start planning for 2025! 🧭 Join our Chief Process Officer in her upcoming webinar and learn how to strategically plan your tactics, goals, and performance measures for ongoing success–while freeing yourself from day-to-day operations. Register at: getstaffedup.com/webinar #GetStaffedUp #Planning #LawFirm #Planning #Lawyer #2025 #2025Planning

As we continue our 75 Years of Business celebration, we want to share our third Core Value; respect. Hiring an attorney can often be intimidating; this is why we value respect. We want the best for our clients and team. Because of this, we respect and listen to every voice, treat everyone with consideration, and approach every problem civilly. This sets us apart in our approach to everything we do and has given us a positive reputation for the last 75 years. https://ow.ly/rYN250QxnF2 #utahlawfirm #75yearanniversary #utahlaw #saltlakecitylawfirm #saltlakelawfirm #slcattorney #slclaw #clydesnow #corevalues

By her own admission, Stephanie Angel is not a risk taker. So making the switch from a big law firm to being the sole eDiscovery attorney in a Fortune 500 company may seem somewhat uncharacteristic. Until you hear her story. Follow along with Stephanie's career transformation, from planning to observation and then execution. Legal professionals in any situation will learn something from Stephanie's insights -- and especially those considering a similar career change. Watch the full episode here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g_7wjKzr #InhouseLaw #LegalCareer

GOOD LUCK to my LITIGATION candidate on their INTERVIEW with an ELITE REGIONAL FIRM in PITTSBURGH. Things ARE GETTING BUSY, and FIRMS are HIRING. If you want to HEAR MORE, email me at smcdonald@wegmanpartners.com. #lawfirms #attorneyjobs #litigationlaw

What does this year's AmLaw A-List tell us about BigLaw firms? I shared my thoughts with The American Lawyer and Andrew Maloney. Of course, the most successful BigLaw firms are thinking about revenue and profitability. But firms also want to reach broader and deeper rosters of clients, make better investments in talent, and build a better, more transparent and culture to meet the demands of a new generation of lawyers. Doing that means: * Growing a diverse group of attorneys not just at the associate but also at the partner level; * Figuring out how to not just attract but also retain those lawyers; and * Paying attention to how legal and business professionals in the firm collaborate in meaningful and aligned ways to manage the business side of law. #amlawalist #alistlawfirms #biglaw #biglawlife #amlaw100 #amlaw200 #lawfirmstrategy #lawfirmprofits #lawfirmculture #lawfirmdiversity #legalindustry #attorneys #lawyers #lawyercoach #lawyercoaching #legaloperations #businessoflaw #legalops

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Many General Counsel and Legal Ops leaders I speak to are under real pressure to deliver more for less. For many it can feel like a perennial challenge. At Melius, we've helped clients navigate these choppy waters. In our latest Legal Operations insights paper we consider some of the strategies to meet the challenge head on. #legalops #moreforless #transformation

Dive into the Legal Mind: Discover the Stories, Insights, and Experiences of Peter Mustalish, Senior Associate, at Smith Buss & Jacobs, LLP. We delve into his background, expertise, and the impact he's having in the legal community. #LegalInsights #LawFirm #AttorneySpotlight #LegalExpertise #SmithBuss&JacobsLLP #LawCommunity #LegalProfessionals