LI04 Succession Planning: What Got Them Here Won't Get Them There

Once an associate is ready to be considered for advancement to shareholder/partner how you effectively introduce him/ her to the corporation/partnership? Join this session to review both formal and informal systems, and the critical skills needed to make the transition successful. Discuss what training firms currently have in place and what they believe is necessary for a successful transition to shareholder/partner.

Goals:

• Identify what information and skills a new shareholder/ partner needs to be successful

• Discuss training programs for associates to understand the firm's financial structure and the obligations of an owner

• Determine the need for client development, effective time management and delegation

Michael Moore, J.D., founder of Moore's Law, helps lawyers achieve professional success. He also helps law firms achieve strategic, organizational and resource optimization. Moore specializes in proven methods to increase both associate and partner productivity, improve client development and increase profits.

Audience

Attendees should have five years of experience and knowledge of law firm organizational structures.

CPE: Business Management and Organization

HRCI Credit: Yes
HRCI Credit Hours: 1.25