LinkedIn for Lawyers in 2026: What You Need To Know
Helen Burness, Founder of Saltmarsh Marketing and session moderator, set the tone by positioning LinkedIn as far more than a social platform; it’s fast becoming an essential B2B infrastructure. Speaking from the front line of professional services marketing, Burness unpacked what lawyers need to do differently in 2026 to stay visible, credible, and commercially relevant. […]
AI Enabling Friction to Improve Accuracy and Learning in Law Firms
Knut Magnar Aanestad, Legal Process Engineer at Saga, explored how artificial intelligence can create productive friction to improve legal practice quality and accelerate lawyers development. The discussion challenged conventional automation narratives by proposing AI as a tool for intellectual stimulation rather than mere task replacement. The Technology Optimist’s Journey Aanestad brought a unique perspective as […]
How to Manage Your International Referrals
Jorn Vermeulen, founder of Klerq, a platform supporting the business development side of law firms, shared insights from his 15 years of experience working with lawyers across 14 countries on building systematic approaches to cross-border legal work. With his extensive background in legal consultancy and platform development, Vermeulen provided practical guidance on transforming ad hoc […]
Managing Business Development Across Multiple Offices: Breaking Down Silos
“When you start out as a young associate, you’re very focused on particular work. If you’re working in Warsaw, you have this Warsaw-centric focus,” observes David Rapalski from Baker McKenzie during a recent Platforum9 session. “It’s the role of BD to open the eyes and illuminate lawyers on the need for cross-regional functionality.” The Regional […]
The Silent Crisis in Law Firm Client Acquisition: A Wake-Up Call
Source: Above the Law In a shocking revelation from Clio’s 2024 Legal Trends Report, law firms across the United States are failing at the most fundamental task of their profession: responding to potential clients. This alarming trend not only jeopardizes the financial health of these firms but also raises serious questions about the state of […]
The Significance of Voice Technology and Social Audio Apps
At Platforum9, the use of voice is core to our product. For that reason, we spend quite a bit of time in understanding the importance of this interactive medium for communication but also for learning and development. In recent years, voice technology and social audio apps have emerged as powerful tools in the realm of […]