Alumni relations programs are a crucial aspect of any successful law firm. They serve as a bridge between the firm and its former attorneys, fostering a sense of community, networking opportunities, recruiting and potential client referrals.

However, one of the most significant mistakes I have observed in law firm alumni relations programs is the exclusion of certain groups of people. This exclusionary approach can prove to be detrimental to the firm’s reputation, employee morale and overall growth potential. Here’s how to do it better.

It doesn’t matter how big or small your firm is, if you have employees who have left with whom you want to keep in touch, you should consider creating an alumni relations program. Many firms aren’t investing in creating these programs or the programs they have may not have yielded real ROI quite yet. In this article, learn about the benefits of having an alumni relations program and how to create an effective one at your firm.

If your alumni relations program is not a priority for your marketing, recruiting and business development efforts for 2022, it should be!

Here are some ideas for how to creatively

A strong alumni relations program at your law firm is a mutually benefical relationship that helps both law firms and your former employees.

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