Building an Effective AI Strategy for Legal Teams: Insights from Jonathan Williams
In a recent Platforum9 session, Jonathan Williams, a barrister-turned-technology expert at Legora AI (formerly Leya), shared practical guidance on developing effective AI strategies for legal teams. Drawing from his diverse background spanning criminal law, international arbitration, and legal tech consulting, Williams offered a framework for both in-house and private practice legal teams navigating the rapidly […]
Building a Lean Legal Enterprise
In yesterday’s Platforum9 Session, Mo Zain Ajaz, founder of Lex360 and former General Counsel at National Grid, shared valuable insights on applying lean principles to legal service delivery. Drawing from his extensive experience in both in-house and consulting roles, Ajaz offered a practical framework for creating more efficient legal operations while eliminating waste. What is […]
Beyond AI Hype: Why Data Strategy Is the True Differentiator for Law Firms in 2025
Source: LegalFutures As generative AI cements its place in legal practice, the focus is shifting from excitement to execution. The key revelation emerging in 2025: data strategy, not AI tools themselves, will determine which firms truly benefit from this technology revolution. The Adoption Imperative The scale of AI’s integration into knowledge work is striking. A […]
How Legal Operations Can Elevate Law Firm Performance: Insights from Vadym Kuzmenko
In a recent Platforum9 ession, Vadym Kuzmenko, a legal operations professional at Noerr, one of Germany’s largest law firms, shared valuable perspectives on how legal operations can transform law firm performance and client experience. Drawing from his background transitioning from traditional legal practice to operations and technology implementation, Kuzmenko offered practical insights that apply to […]
Selecting and Implementing Legal AI: Lessons from Bird & Bird
In a recent Platforum9 session, Helder Santos, Head of Legal Tech and Innovation at Bird & Bird, and Nick Kosloff, an associate solicitor in the firm’s Employee Incentives and Benefits team, shared valuable insights into how the international law firm selected, tested, and implemented their chosen generative AI solution. Their experience offers important lessons for […]
Developing an Effective CRM Strategy for Modern Law Firms
Session on 16th April 2025 In this week’s Platforum9 Session, Charlotte Ford, Head of International BD and Relationships at Charles Russell Speechlys, shared her valuable insights on how law firms can develop and implement effective Client Relationship Management (CRM) strategies. Drawing on over 20 years of experience in international legal services, Ford offered practical advice […]
The Strategic Landscape for Mid-Sized Law Firms in 2025: Growth Ambitions Amid Talent Challenges
Source: The Law Society A new report from the Law Society and MHA reveals that mid-sized law firms have identified growth as their primary strategic objective for 2025, with the majority pursuing organic expansion strategies while facing significant talent retention challenges. Growth Remains the Ultimate Objective According to the “Strategic Sector Insights for the Legal […]
Legal News & Views | Law Firm Consolidation and Trade Tensions: Reshaping the Global Legal Landscape
Session on 14th April 2025 In this week’s Platforum9 Session, Greg Jackson, head of the strategies and transformation practice at PwC for law firm clients and former strategy director at Linklaters, provided insights into significant developments reshaping the legal industry. From major law firm combinations to the impact of new trade policies, the session highlighted […]
Embracing Flexibility: How UK Law Firms Are Redefining Success in 2025
Source: Legalfutures As businesses across the UK grapple with return-to-office mandates, law firms find themselves at a pivotal moment. While corporate giants like Amazon and government bodies such as HM Land Registry pressure staff to return to physical workspaces, many legal practices are discovering that flexible working arrangements offer strategic advantages beyond pandemic-era necessity. The […]
How Delegation Can Accelerate Your Legal Career
In a recent Platforum9 session, business consultant Dan Warburton shared valuable insights on how delegation can transform legal careers and dramatically increase profitability in law firms. Drawing on his experience working with law firm owners and partners, Warburton highlighted the critical importance of delegation as a skill that is rarely taught but essential for success […]