To successfully integrate a new lateral attorney into your law firm, it’s essential to create and implement a streamlined and comprehensive onboarding process. This checklist will help guide law firms through the steps of effectively onboarding a new attorney, ensuring they’re fully prepared and empowered to excel in their new role from day one. By adhering to this structured approach, firms can facilitate a seamless transition for the new attorney, positioning them to swiftly become an integral part of the team, provide value from day one and forge meaningful client relationships.

Law firms are continually looking for innovative ways to grow their business, attract talent and enhance their brand. One underutilized strategy is the development of a robust alumni relations program. Such a program not only keeps former employees connected to the firm but also leverages these relationships for mutual benefit. Implementing or strengthening your firm’s alumni relations program can seem daunting, but by following a structured approach, it can become an invaluable asset. Here’s how:

Building and maintaining strong client relationships is tantamount for law firms of any size. Secondments and reverse secondments have emerged as innovative strategies for achieving this goal, offering benefits for both law firms and their clients. These arrangements involve temporarily transferring employees between organizations, fostering a deeper understanding and collaboration. Secondments can be a valuable client development and client retention tool for law firms – when done right. Learn more about how to leverage secondments and reverse secondments and how to create a successful secondment program at your law firm.

Deciding whether to submit for Chambers rankings in both national and local categories is a significant strategic decision for any law firm. The process of submitting for these rankings requires meticulous planning, dedicated resources and a significant investment in crafting compelling narratives that showcase your firm’s strengths and successes. It’s a project that combines strategic positioning, deep understanding of the Chambers criteria and a nuanced articulation of your firm’s unique value proposition.

But is it worth submitting your firm to Chambers this year? Here is a guide to help your firm decide whether it’s the right time to submit as well as best practices and tips to help law firms navigate this process effectively.

Law firm professionals often grapple with decisions around leveraging industry accolades. A prime example is whether a law firm should purchase the badge associated with rankings from entities like Chambers, Super Lawyers or Best Law Firms.

These badges can be used as a marketing tool, a recruiting tool, a stamp of approval and a potential client magnet. But is it worth the investment? Let’s delve into the pros and cons and explore how law firms can maximize the value of these accolades.

The creation of law firm marketing content often falls into the hands of those who are experts in law, not necessarily in crafting reader-friendly content.

This presents a unique challenge for law firms: converting dense, legal writing into engaging, effective marketing material. This challenge intensifies when faced with lawyers who believe that extensive, footnote-laden documents are the best mode of communication with clients and prospects.

Here are five strategies to help align your firm’s content with the preferenes of audiences today to ensure that it resonates with a wider audience while maintaining its integrity.

In an increasingly competitive legal landscape, law firms are recognizing the untapped potential of their alumni networks. These are not just former colleagues; they are ambassadors, potential clients and powerful connectors.

Leveraging the goodwill, shared experiences and mutual respect inherent in these relationships can open doors that cold outreach simply cannot. However, converting these connections into tangible business opportunities demands more than a cursory annual newsletter or a generic alumni event.

It calls for a holistic approach that blends authenticity with strategy and a commitment to providing real value at every touchpoint. Here are some ways to harness the strength of your alumni network and translate it into business opportunities for your firm.