Easing the Burden: Preventing Glass Cliffs

The “glass cliff,” placing women and people of color in positions of power during volatile times, has repeatedly limited access to leadership.

Law offices are rife with subjective decision-making and rigid hierarchies, conditions that allow glass cliff appointments to persist unregulated. Learn how legal administrators intent on preventing these precarious appointments need to redesign the internal processes that govern success, support, case selection and mentorship. Keep reading.

Bridging the AI Skills Gap: From Legal Support to Strategic Partner

Learn how law firm administrators can lead through the AI revolution. Keep reading.

Could Partner Retreats Improve Firm Operations?

Giving partners a chance to connect can produce impressive outcomes. Find out what they can achieve and how to plan one effectively. Keep reading.

Resilience by Design: Building a Secure Work Culture That Lasts

ALA Executive Director Eryn Carter, CAE, discusses how to provide clarity, support and security for a strong firm environment. Keep reading.

Beyond Space: How Law Firms Are Redefining the Office as a Strategic Asset

Designating an office space as a place for collaboration, mentorship and client relationship development can lead to a more cohesive environment. Keep reading.

Lawyer Attrition and Resource Management

In this episode, Alex Tring, Director of Operations, Resource Management at BigHand joins us to talk about his company's 2025 Resource Management report. We discuss the latest hiring trends, staff attrition statistics and how firms can use data and technology to better allocate their employees' time. We also dive into some alarming stats on client attrition and what firms can do stem that tide. Listen now.

LM Extras

My Journey to CLM: Why I Chose to Take the Leap
Published 09/19/2025

In becoming a Certified Legal Manager®, Gail Semonian discovered the benefits of the certification, how she could advance her career and how her community could support her.

Best Practices for Law Firms to Meet Cybersecurity Obligations
Published 04/28/2025

Cybersecurity is more important than ever. Here’s how you can protect your firm from cyber attacks.

Wait! Wait! Don’t Take That Job Offer Just Yet!
Published 03/20/2025

Some job offers are too good to be true. Here's how to make sure you're finding the right fit.

The Time for AI-Powered Information Self-Service Has Arrived
Published 02/19/2025

Ensuring AI has access to quality data can help make your firm more efficient.