Leading And Managing A Sustainable Law Firm

Author : Stephen Mabey
Publisher : Bookbaby
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2021-09-13
Category : Law
ISBN : 1098383192

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Leading and Managing a Sustainable Law Firm by Stephen Mabey Pdf

The author is one of those rare executives who not only understood competent administration, but also high-level strategic thinking. It is a rarity to find both characteristics existing in a person. His breadth and depth of understanding operations and strategy is unique among law firm leadership. He has always been a prolific writer and his thoughtful erudite writings have been greatly enjoyed over the years. His breadth of understanding and knowledge regarding administration and leadership is as fulsome as anyone could be. But it is his down to earth advice about "what to do" that adds immensely to the value of his writings. No wasteful jargon, self-aggrandizement's, but simply good clear commentary and advice. Clear, down to earth and practical advice on a wide range of topics such as leadership, innovation, strategic planning, financial management, legal project management, among other topics, is difficult to find in one book. This book should be on everyone's bookshelf who has a managerial or leadership role in a law firm. In fact any lawyer who wants to better understand effective operations and management in a law firm should possess a copy. Readers will quickly begin to underline and highlight many areas that will benefit them in their work in a law firm and the book will quickly become dog-eared.

Author : John C. Dernbach,Matthew Bogoshain,Irma S. Russell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : Practice of law
ISBN : 1639051708

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Sustainability Essentials by John C. Dernbach,Matthew Bogoshain,Irma S. Russell Pdf

"A short practice guide for legal professionals to engage in sustainable development in their law practice"--

Author : Daniel R. Cahoy,Jamison E. Colburn
Publisher : Springer
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2014-06-30
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783319047232

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Law and the Transition to Business Sustainability by Daniel R. Cahoy,Jamison E. Colburn Pdf

This book expands on law-related research by examining the legal aspects of sustainability with a focus on the impact on business strategies. It recognizes that firms must adopt an integrated approach to law and sustainability, considering multiple disciplines and goals, and serve as a forum for bringing together scholarship from fields such as environmental law, energy, government regulation and intellectual property. Firms increasingly have an interest in transitioning to sustainable business practices that take into consideration the fact that global resources are finite and will be increasingly scarce. They acknowledge that current actions have social, economic and environmental consequences and employ options to ensure that future generations have the same options and benefits. Examples of sustainable practices increasingly employed by firms include the institutionalization of “whole life-cycle” analysis in marketing and product design, utilization of sustainable inputs and energy sources, tracking and reporting sustainability performance, attempting the valuation of future generation prosperity and happiness as a discounting mechanism, and integrating sustainability into firm culture and management goals. It is clear that law and regulation have an extremely important role to play in the transition to more sustainable business practices. Broadly stated, law can provide structure for firms responding to forces that pull transition by enabling sustainability leadership and competitive advantage through funding models, intellectual property rights and collaboration means. Additionally, law can work to push transition by compelling firms to act through regulatory structures, accounting and governance mechanisms.

Author : Geertje Tutschka
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2024-03-04
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783111058160

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Law Firm Development by Geertje Tutschka Pdf

Due to digitalization, the pandemic and several economic crises, as well as the new demands on the world of work and the responsibility for sustainable business, the legal market and the ways lawyers work are changing. Law firms are facing entirely new and more complex challenges than before. This book provides answers to all questions related to law firm formation, law firm management, employee leadership, and law firm marketing. It highlights all aspects of modern strategic law firm development, including related business models such as legal tech. The clear and didactically prepared structure with chapter breakdowns, working examples, expert statements and summaries also facilitates selective reference to specific topics.

Author : Laura Empson
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2010-06-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780191615405

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Managing the Modern Law Firm by Laura Empson Pdf

The last ten years have been a period of extraordinary change for law firms. The rapid growth of corporate law firms and the emergence of global mega-firms have strained the traditional partnership model of management. Some managers of law firms are appalled at the creeping 'corporatism' that they fear may result. However a growing number believe that it is time to move on and adopt more contemporary forms of structure and management. In Managing the Modern Law Firm scholars and legal practitioners examine the latest insights from management research, to enable law firms successfully to meet the challenges of this new business environment.

Author : PARKER
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2021-11-30
Category : Law
ISBN : 1787423824

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Successful Digital Transformation Law Hb by PARKER Pdf

*Understand what digital transformation means in a law firm context*Explore the cultural barriers to transformation, and learn how to overcome them*Gain insight from the operating models of successful digital businesses*Develop a business case and practical strategy for digital transformation*Understand the importance of diversity and purpose in driving digital change*Manage change and adoption challenges*Build on learnings from the COVID-19 crisis to accelerate digital transformationAs law firms take stock in the aftermath of COVID-19, there is an opportunity to rethink the law firm operating model for the next decade and beyond. The crisis has reinforced the importance of agility and resilience, and the critical role digital technologies play in client service. For law firms, digital transformation should no longer be viewed as an indulgence, but as an urgent necessity. For those that embrace this challenge, the rewards, for both clients and colleagues, will be substantial.Written by one of the most respected leaders of law firm innovation, this book will help those contemplating or leading digital change in law firms to develop and execute a compelling digital transformation strategy. With a particular focus on the cultural and organisational challenges inherent in a law firm partnership, the book provides practical advice on how to effect meaningful and sustainable change.This invaluable guide for law firm leaders, lawyers, and those leading digital change in a law firm includes plenty of best-practice examples from outside as well as inside the legal profession. The book provides valuable insight for start-ups and technology providers looking to partner with law firms, and for aspiring lawyers starting their professional careers. Along with practical guidance on shaping digital transformation, this engaging work will give the reader a comprehensive overview of the competitive landscape in legal services, sharing diverse perspectives and case studies from leaders from different parts of the legal sector.

Author : Bruce H. Charnov,Jonathan Lindsey,Ellyn Weisbord
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1995-07-24
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781567509687

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Managing People in Today's Law Firm by Bruce H. Charnov,Jonathan Lindsey,Ellyn Weisbord Pdf

Despite clear evidence of a serious decline in morale, the major competitors in the law firm management marketplace have virtually ignored the motivational facet of current managerial theory and practice. As evidenced by a review of the literature dealing with law firm management, including major books, handbooks, and professional seminar outlines, there has existed until now no treatment of current management theory and practice as it pertains to law firms. In addressing human resources topics as they apply to the modern law firm, this book fills a genuine void in an area which is of major importance to law firms challenged to remain profitable in an increasingly hostile environment. Managing People in Today's Law Firm: The Human Resources Approach to Surviving Change provides a comprehensive treatment of critical aspects of modern management: motivation, communication, organizational culture, structure and strategy, power and politics, recruitment and training, the reward-performance-retention dynamic, performance appraisal, and planned change. Grounded in managerial theory and research, based on extensive practice, and exemplified by anecdotal war stories, this book makes valuable reading for partners, associates, managers, and future members of law firms—and offers important ideas for motivating members of all professional service firms. Intended for law firms and lawyers within them, solo practitioners who contemplate joining with others in a firm partnership, law school libraries, and general and professional association libraries including bar associations on the state and local levels.

Author : Bruce L. Professor Hay,Robert N. Professor Stavins,Richard H. K. Professor Vietor
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2010-09-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136526831

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Environmental Protection and the Social Responsibility of Firms by Bruce L. Professor Hay,Robert N. Professor Stavins,Richard H. K. Professor Vietor Pdf

Everyone agrees that firms should obey the law. But beyond what the law requires-beyond bare compliance with regulations-do firms have additional social responsibilities to commit resources voluntarily to environmental protection? How should we think about firms sacrificing profits in the social interest? Are they permitted to do so, given their fiduciary responsibilities to their shareholders? Even if permissible, is the practice sustainable, or will the competitive marketplace render such efforts and their impacts transient at best? Furthermore, is the practice, however well intended, an efficient use of social and economic resources? And, as an empirical matter, to what extent do firms already behave this way? Until now, public discussion has generated more heat than light on both the normative and positive questions surrounding corporate social responsibility (CSR) in the environmental realm. In Environmental Protection and the Social Responsibility of Firms, some of the nation‘s leading scholars in law, economics, and business examine commonly accepted assumptions at the heart of current debates on corporate social responsibility and provide a foundation for future research and policymaking.

Author : Bob Murray,Alicia Fortinberry
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Business enterprises
ISBN : 1783582316

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Leading the Future by Bob Murray,Alicia Fortinberry Pdf

Practical how-to advice and guidance on how human sciences are interacting with the different aspects of leading, managing, and marketing in a law firm.

Author : E Lynn Grayson,Jason Perdion,Thomas R Carey,Michael D Klein,Thomas K Maurer,Cynthia A M Stroman
Publisher : Aspatore Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Environmental law
ISBN : 0314287175

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The Impact of Environmental Issues on Business Transactions by E Lynn Grayson,Jason Perdion,Thomas R Carey,Michael D Klein,Thomas K Maurer,Cynthia A M Stroman Pdf

Author : Kim Tasso
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1787422364

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Social Media in Business Development and Relationship Management by Kim Tasso Pdf

This Special Report provides a practical introduction to social media for lawyers. By avoiding technical details and jargon, it offers a pragmatic guide on how all lawyers - irrespective of industry sector, firm size or client base - can successfully integrate social media into their marketing, business development and client relationship management programmes. Containing essential information on the benefits and risks of social media in the legal sector, this report examines the social media platforms used by many law firms (LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook) and gives an overview of those less frequently used - enabling lawyers to make an informed choice. As well as featuring practical advice for setting up and using social media as an integral part of a lawyer's business development activity, this report also offers guidance on: * how to write great blogs and social media posts; and * how to integrate social media into a structured content management plan that supports business development objectives. The report also addresses how central systems, technology and support can be used to ensure that social media plays an effective part of a firm's business development programmes. In addition to lawyers, this text will be essential reading for marketing and human resource professionals in law firms who want to ensure the effective and sustainable use of social media.

Author : Iris H-Y Chiu,Hans-Christoph Hirt
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 491 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2023-02-09
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781509953769

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Investment Management, Stewardship and Sustainability by Iris H-Y Chiu,Hans-Christoph Hirt Pdf

This book brings together thought leadership from academia and leading figures in asset management in key global jurisdictions, to pool together insights regarding the transformative visions and challenges for modern investment management, as well as best practices that realise the policy objectives in regulation and soft law. The world of investment management is being challenged by new legal, regulatory and soft law developments to demonstrate that their practices cohere with the long-term needs of the saving population as well as public interest needs in financing global sustainability and social development. The chapters in this book uniquely bring together the views of academia and practice on the key developments that can transform the law and practice of investment management, including the EU's new sustainable finance reform package, the UK Stewardship Code 2020, and developments in the US regarding the fit between fiduciary law for investment management and modern sustainability concerns. The book brings together the best of both worlds–critical thoughtful perspectives from academia and qualitative insight from the investment management industry. It will be of interest to researchers in law, investment management, business and management, practitioners in the investment management industry and their legal advisers, and policy-makers in the EU, UK and beyond who are grappling with the appropriate governance paradigms for bringing about more sustainable outcomes globally.

Author : Kemi Ogunyemi,Oreva Atanya,Vanessa Burgal
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2022-11-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783031049118

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Management and Leadership for a Sustainable Africa, Volume 1 by Kemi Ogunyemi,Oreva Atanya,Vanessa Burgal Pdf

To effectively deliver sustainable management in practice for Africa, we need responsible leadership. We need to deepen our understanding of sustainability in the unique socio-political and economic context of the continent. The roles of various actors across public, private and non-profit sectors as enablers of sustainable development need to be explored to understand the social, economic and environmental (SEE) trends in Africa and its emerging and developing economies, as well as to chart the way forward for the continent. This first volume focuses on the African understanding of sustainability and its dimensions within its unique historical, social, environmental and political contexts. Through the lens of responsible leadership, the authors reflect on the implementation and extension of the SEE sustainability triad in ways unique to the African continent, especially in relation to the development of well-thought-out, healthy and enduring policy frameworks and the promotion of good governance. The African scope of the book is hinged on collaboration from authors across Africa and the inclusion of case stories from emerging economies in the five African subregions (East, West, North, Central and Southern Africa) within the chapters. The core message is that, to achieve effective and sustainable management and development for Africa, the practice of responsible leadership is critical.

Author : Susan Raridon Lambreth,Wendy Bernero
Publisher : Ark Company
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2015-05-06
Category : Law firms
ISBN : 1783581972

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Optimizing Practice Management by Susan Raridon Lambreth,Wendy Bernero Pdf

As law firms have grown larger and client problems have become increasingly complex, effective practice management has become the primary vehicle through which firms seek to deliver value to clients and differentiate themselves in a competitive market. Optimizing Practice Management: Driving Profitability and Market Position is intended to help firm leadership work through all the critical aspects of structuring and implementing an effective and optimized practice management system. The book is divided into five main sections, covering: The business case for practice management; Building the essential foundation; Developing the structure; Keys to successful implementation; and The role of the practice leader. This book will help law firm leaders to: Gain clarity on how to improve their market position and enhance the value perception of their services; Establish the optimal practice management structure to facilitate achievement of the firm's strategy and market position; Focus on particular practice specialties and subspecialties, and on clients or industries, where the firm can establish a sustainable competitive advantage; Define clearly the role of business unit leaders and members; and Align incentives to encourage the level of collaboration that clients are demanding. Detailed appendices contain the results of original research on practice management in the largest US law firms, and sample job descriptions for practice group leaders/members, based on the authors' experiences working with over half of the Am Law 200 law firms.

Author : William R. Blackburn
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 823 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2012-05-23
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136552021

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The Sustainability Handbook by William R. Blackburn Pdf

The Sustainability Handbook covers all the challenges, complexities and benefits of sustainability for businesses, governments and other organizations. It provides a blueprint for how organizations can reach or exceed economic, social and environmental excellence. It offers a host of practical approaches and tools including a model sustainability policy for organizations, summaries of sustainability codes and tips on selecting them, an extensive collection of metrics and a wealth of supplementary reference material. This is the essential reference for every organization in pursuit of sustainability.