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The Role of Law Firm TreasurerRecently, we had the opportunity to spend time with two executives, Jeff Hohner, Treasurer for Kirkland & Ellis, LLP and Rick Nietsch, Treasurer of White & Case LLP. These two men are at the forefront of managing the increasingly complex and global fiscal requirements of today’s leading law firms.
Seeking Financial Agility in the Face of Rapid Business Change: Survey Links Key Finance Challenges to Major Budgeting PitfallsThere is no doubt that current economic conditions are more challenging and unpredictable than ever. Those organizations that can muster the courage and the fortitude for incremental change can make huge strides in enhancing their agility and competitive advantage, particularly in times when the going gets tough for everyone.
Who’s on Your Board?For companies of all sizes, the decisions made in the boardroom will affect how they operate and may ultimately determine success or failure. Whether in response to legislation or good business sense, the use of forensic accountants at the boardroom level will become more prevalent as management responds to the pressures for establishing controls aimed at preventing fraud.
Hiring Assessment Tips and Tools: One Firm’s Firsthand ExperienceIf hiring the ideal candidates to support professional practice is presenting your firm with a daunting challenge, we suggest you consider using one of the available screening programs to test potential candidates for character elements that predict success within your organization.
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