To win the talent war in this free-agency era of partner movement, firms must have a war chest. After all, anything is on the table now, recruiters say, when it comes to lateral moves.
March 01, 2026Andrew Maloney
The most important question in modern onboarding is no longer, “Did we Google them?” It’s: “Do we have a clear, defensible understanding of the reputational and conduct risks associated with this client or individual — and can we stand behind that decision if it is later challenged?”
March 01, 2026Matt WinlawAfter Baker & McKenzie laid off hundreds of business professionals this year, several law firm staffing leaders predicted more cuts coming in Big Law, whether it’s a result of artificial intelligence tools or other factors. Some staffing recruiters predicted that Baker McKenzie’s move could even encourage others to go forward with their own cuts.
March 01, 2026Ryan HarroffLarge law firms were settling into 2026 on a high note. Early returns showed that, despite the pressure from the Trump administration last Spring, law firms turned in some of the highest profit increases they have seen in the last decade. But, as recent events show, nothing is certain.
March 01, 2026Christine SimmonsAttorney bios are read by people, but often before that happens, they are parsed, ranked, summarized and compared by machines. Bios have become an essential source of data and content for AI-enabled technology, and their quality, structure and content impact which lawyers — and firms — get surfaced, promoted and, ultimately, hired.
March 01, 2026Meg PritchardArtificial intelligence is changing how legal work is performed. What’s needed is problem-solving optimism, a clinical appraisal of the firm’s capabilities and economic position, and earnest resolve to change before market pressure forces change under duress.
February 01, 2026James K. DixonOrganizations are buying technology but failing at transformation. The difference between the 48% that succeed and the 52% that don’t isn’t the software. It’s how they manage the human side of change.
February 01, 2026Dan SafranThe firms that will thrive when it comes to the adoption of AI will not be those with the most tools or the most prompts. They will be the ones with clear standards, defined human ownership and a dedicated AI partner able to turn raw generation into reliable, high‑value content.
February 01, 2026Nicolle MartinLitigation is now digital, but is it more efficient? With hybrid work, AI enhancements, and billions of dollars invested in legal tech, are we achieving the right goals of empowering litigators to spend more time on productive (and billable) work? The answer is clear — and surprising: no.
February 01, 2026Sam DavidoffMany, but not all, professional associations have a class of membership for people and businesses not holding a license to practice in the field yet do provide services frequently used by members of the profession.
February 01, 2026Bryce Sanders
