Often, it’s hard to even quantify the value generated from hired legal counsel, and several studies point to controlling legal costs as being a top priority for corporations. Here are 10 ideas for managing your legal spend and maximizing value.
1. Recognize that law firms are not “one-size-fits-all.” A law firm managing your patent portfolio may not be equipped to handle employment litigation. Your small but important matter may be low priority for a firm accustomed to multi-million-dollar deals. A large case might demand extensive e-discovery or economic consultants, resources a larger firm might offer in-house. Recognize firms are not “one-size-fits-all” and narrow the field of candidates.
2. Identify firms with appropriate experience and talent. Legal matters may require deep knowledge of substantive law; or in-depth industry knowledge; or trial or arbitration skills. Sometimes, a generalist with breadth of experience can best handle the matter. A firm with the right know-how will spend less of your money getting up to speed.
3. Identify firms that understand your business and business goals. A law firm should understand your business and industry and how the matter falls within your business strategy. Is it a bet-the-company case, a vindication of your company’s name, or a mere annoyance? Clear communication reduces pyrrhic victories.
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1:00 - 5:00 pm
Over 70% of Executives Surveyed Agree: Many Strategic Planning Efforts Lack Systematic Approach Tips for Enhancing Your Strategic Planning Process
Executives expressed frustration with their current strategic planning process. Issues include:
Steve Rutan and Denise Harrison have put together an afternoon workshop that will provide the tools you need to address these concerns. They have worked with hundreds of executives to develop a systematic approach that will enable your team to make better decisions during strategic planning. Steve and Denise will walk you through exercises for prioritizing your lists and steps that will reset and reinvigorate your process. This will be a hands-on workshop that will enable you to think about your business as you use the tools that are being presented. If you are ready for a Strategic Planning tune-up, select this workshop in your registration form. The additional fee of $695 will be added to your total.
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Female leaders face the same issues all leaders do, but they often face additional challenges too. In this peer session, we will facilitate a discussion of best practices and how to overcome common barriers to help women leaders be more effective within and outside their organizations.
Limited space available.
10:30 - 5:00 pm
General’s Retreat at Hermitage Golf Course
Sponsored by UBS
General’s Retreat, built in 1986 with architect Gary Roger Baird, has been voted the “Best Golf Course in Nashville” and is a “must play” when visiting the Nashville, Tennessee area. With the beautiful setting along the Cumberland River, golfers of all capabilities will thoroughly enjoy the golf, scenery and hospitality.
The golf outing fee includes transportation to and from the hotel, greens/cart fees, use of practice facilities, and boxed lunch. The bus will leave the hotel at 10:30 am for a noon shotgun start and return to the hotel after the cocktail reception following the completion of the round.
