The Future of the Billable Hour

Increasing use of AI can lead to a potential drop in hands-on time spent on casework. Are billable hours still the best method for charging clients?

In recent years, there has been talk of a move away from billable hours. Law firm administrators should consider the potential benefits and learn the associated challenges to determine whether shifting from billable hours will improve the lives and profits of lawyers. Keep reading.

Job Descriptions Overhaul: Rehabbing Outdated Expectations

Learn when job descriptions don’t work and how to improve them. Keep reading.

Falling Behind on Your 2026 Goals? Don’t Give Up Yet

Learning from failure, setting goals and trying again are important skills in our professional and personal lives. Keep reading.

From Paycheck to Purpose: Enhancing Your Employer Brand

Learn how to develop a unique employee value proposition to foster a strong environment in your workplace and ensure retention. Keep reading.

How to Boost Your Associate ROI

Cycling through associates is costly. Learn how to increase retention through consistent feedback, mentorship and training. 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

When the Beach Disappeared: Sustainability as a Business Strategy
Published 02/06/2026

Angelina Angelov, CLM, MBA, Office and Compliance Manager at RVHB and ALA Board Member, urges law administrators to consider the role sustainability plays in their practices.

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.