Swimming in the Blue Ocean
Every law firm wants a ‘blue ocean’ opportunity—but when one appears, few are brave enough to dive in. This article explores why true long-term thinking is rare, and how fear of the unknown is costing U.S. firms their global edge.
What reputation really means (Hint: It’s not brand)
Law firms rise and fall on their reputation, both among clients and competitors. But what do we really mean by “reputation,” and how is it measured? Edge International’s exclusive Reputational Index points the way towards the answers, and warns that the world’s leading law firms are raising the reputational stakes for everyone. It seems that […]
Eight Tracks and Cassettes
Legal project management isn’t just another passing trend—it may be the true game changer. This article cuts through the hype around outsourcing and alternative fees to explore which legal innovations are fads, which are cycles, and which are here to stay.
Good Strategies Gone Bad
Not all law firm strategies are created equal—and some are just plain bad. This article unpacks five common but flawed strategic moves firms make, revealing how unclear objectives lead to misguided plans, wasted resources, and missed opportunities.
And Now it Begins…
Jacoby & Meyers just threw a legal grenade into the U.S. law firm model—challenging rules that ban non-lawyer ownership. As global competition heats up and capital access becomes key, this article explores why the real battle may not be about ethics, but about who gets to scale the future of Big Law.
Follow the Leader
Herding lawyers doesn’t have to feel impossible. This article reveals how the power of social norms—visibility, emotion, leadership, and more—can be harnessed by law firm leaders to create meaningful behavioral change across the firm.
What is the optimum size for a law firm?
Conventional wisdom says that a firm needs at least 100 lawyers to be taken seriously in the marketplace. But is that really true, and does it apply to all types of firms in all locations? Viewed in five dimensions (capability, clients, reputation, collegiality and profitability), here is an analysis of whether, and to what degree, […]
Coaching LeBron
What do law firm leaders and pro sports coaches have in common? More than you’d think. This article draws sharp lessons from the locker room to the boardroom, showing how authority, motivation, and passion—not just compensation—can inspire high-performing lawyers to play as a team.
What is the Optimum Size for a Law Firm?
How big should a law firm be? Bigger isn’t always better. This article breaks down the myths and realities behind firm size—revealing why the magic number might be 100 lawyers, and how growth can just as easily hinder as help your success.
Ten Ways to Cut Overhead
In the battle to control law firm costs, not all cuts are created equal. This article uncovers where the real savings lie—beyond powdered creamer and paper quality—and how smart firms can trim overhead without tanking morale or service quality.