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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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Smart Growth in a Tight Market: A Playbook for Law Firm BD and Marketing Leaders

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As law firms adjust to a more uncertain economic climate, one thing is clear: the pressure to do more with less is no longer temporary, it’s becoming the norm. With corporate clients tightening budgets, M&A activity slowing,...more

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Billable Mindset, Strategic Blindspot: Why MBD Must Start Thinking Like Lawyers to Drive Change

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Lawyers are trained to build cases. They think in precedent, construct arguments, track hours, and quantify value through output. In contrast, Marketing and Business Development (MBD) professionals often operate on intuition,...more

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News: “5 Modern Strategies to Better Align and Integrate Business Development and Communications to Drive Law Firm Revenue...

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Business development (BD) focuses on identifying and supporting opportunities that align with growth targets and strategic objectives, while communications tailor internal and external messaging to advance these business...more

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The Competitive Edge: Insights-Driven Decision Making

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In today’s fast-paced legal world, data isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. But with so much information available, the real challenge is cutting through the noise to turn that data into meaningful, actionable strategies. ...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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“Too Many Meetings” Isn’t the Problem — Inefficient Ones Are: How Law Firms Can Use The Way to Communicate Better and Save Time

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You’ve likely lived this scenario.  It’s Monday morning. You’ve got a deposition at 10, a court call at 2, and a mountain of emails to sift through. Your paralegal pokes her head in: “Hey, did anyone ever follow up on...more

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Opening doors is easy….when you have the right keys

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To thrive, law firms continually need to add new clients that can grow over time to become strategic accounts. In addition, new or revised firm strategies require a law firm  to re-thinking what the client base should be...more

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Proactive Pricing for Law Firms

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A few years ago, I wrote a blog on proactive profitability. Given the evolving dynamics and trends in pricing in 2025, I want to explore a parallel concept: proactive strategic pricing. ...more

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Personal Branding: Your Strategic Plan Is Never One and Done

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To maximize success, your strategic plan must be treated like a business treats theirs: one that is planned strategically and executed purposefully. Paula Zirinsky explains....more

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From Insights to Impact: How Legal Marketing & BD Drive Firm Growth

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For years, legal marketing and business development (MBD) teams have fought against the perception that they are cost centers—essential, but not central to a law firm’s success....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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Working Hard is a Requirement but Not a Guaranty of Success

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Let me tell you something about success that many people want to ignore – effort and working hard is not enough. I’ve spent my career practicing law and seen countless businesses rise and fall. Through this view I’ve noticed...more

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In Life and Business Compromise is a Hard Truth Worth Embracing

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After years of practicing law, I’ve learned one immutable truth: compromise isn’t just a strategy, it is what keeps deals and relationships alive. Every day, I watch business owners and leaders who think they can strong-arm...more

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Try To Be Better Every Day

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Let me tell you something straight – mediocrity is a choice, and excellence is a habit. I’ve spent my career watching companies rise and fall, and the one constant separator between success and failure is the relentless...more

Decipher Investigative Intelligence

Beyond the Hire: How Operations Professionals Support Successful Transitions

At this fall’s Decipher Talent Economics Roundtable, hosted by Baker McKenzie in Chicago, we showcased the critical role operations teams play in driving law firm profitability. While investment in human capital (lateral...more

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Ten Key Questions to Ask Your Clients for a Successful Year Ahead

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A new year presents a valuable opportunity to strengthen client relationships and ensure alignment with their evolving needs. As a trusted advisor, it’s essential to proactively engage with clients to understand their goals,...more

Stefanie Marrone Consulting

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

Legal Internet Solutions Inc.

From Guesswork to Growth: Crafting Your Ideal Client Profile (ICP) for 2025

The difference between a thriving practice and one that merely survives often comes down to a single factor: knowing exactly who you serve and how to effectively reach them at the right time with the right messaging....more

Legal Internet Solutions Inc.

Maximize Your Law Firm Marketing ROI with Lead Scoring

Law firms leaders and legal marketing mavens know how important it is to make every marketing effort count but often struggle to wrap their arms around how to evaluate their efficacy. ...more

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The Art of Personalizing the Client Experience

Let’s face it: in today’s market, being an excellent lawyer isn’t enough. Your clients aren’t just seeking legal acumen – they’re craving an experience that makes them feel understood, valued, and supported throughout their...more

Mitratech Holdings, Inc

Changing Out of White Shoes: Why General Counsel Are Moving Work to Challenger Firms

Market Dynamics Are Changing In-House Relationships with Law Firms - A quiet revolution is taking place in outside counsel management: general counsel (GCs) are turning away from the traditional elite law firms — bastions...more

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Hiring to Fill an Office in 2025? Heed These Numbers

For the law firms that made headlines in 2024 by opening new offices, 2025 brings a new directive: filling these locations with profitable rainmakers. If you’re among the law firm leaders scouting talent in a new or growing...more

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