Project management is one of the top responsibilities for legal op teams. And while legal matters are some of their most significant projects to handle, they’re also some of the most complicated. From staying on top of constantly moving parts to analyzing hundreds of matters to find ways to improve, learning the ins and outs […]
What is company health insurance? company health insurance, sometimes called business health insurance, is a way for businesses to provide private health care to their employees. This is a form of private health insurance offered by companies to their employees, giving them quicker access to appointments, diagnosis and care as well as the option to
Shareholder protection insurance can allow shareholders to develop a succession plan should the unthinkable happen. It’s a way for companies to maintain control after the untimely death of a shareholder and to protect the company from competitors and unwanted third parties. This article guides you about shareholder protection insurance, including the following topics: What is
When it’s time to hire new outside legal counsel, is your go-to move using the same vendors as your peers? We understand — you’ve got a lot on your plate, and you trust your friends. But if you’re troubled because your outside legal spend is much higher than you’d like it to be, you’re not
Heightened data privacy regulations are coming. However, with so many evolving and industry-specific laws and no sole federal legislation, it can be tough to figure out what applies to your company and what doesn’t. That’s especially true if you’re trying to reduce legal spend and, like around 41% of small businesses, you don’t yet have
Law firms are “amazing targets on every conceivable level” for cyberattacks, according to K&L Gates partner Jake Bernstein. The combination of large volumes of confidential data, outdated cybersecurity measures, and increasingly sophisticated hackers has resulted in a growing number of significant law firm data breaches. By looking at real-world examples from legal industry peers, general
Only 48% of law firms respond to requests for accrual estimates, and this is a big problem. Timely accruals are key to telling the story of your legal department. These estimates give your team and company a clearer picture of your legal spend, the projects being worked on, and the pace at which law firms
As the legal industry continues to ramp up collective efforts to build greater diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), a key part of achieving that goal is combating implicit biases. These are thoughts and attitudes people are unaware of holding, stemming from their own unique life experiences. In the context of legal DE&I, implicit biases influence
Poor cybersecurity presents a legal risk to your organization, and, unfortunately, data breaches and cyberattacks are becoming more common. By 2025, a predicted 45% of organizations across the globe will face an attack aimed somewhere at their digital supply chain.Though it’s not part of traditional business law, legal professionals now have an obligation to understand their options
Gone are the days of only being able to learn by slogging through lengthy law books. Legal blogs offer quick, educational content that’s perfect for a mid-morning coffee break or commute. Whether you’re looking for the latest updates on a court case or tips and tricks for building your in-house career, there’s most likely a legal
Key performance indicators (KPIs) reveal how well a department meets your company’s goals. While reporting on KPIs has not always been standard practice in the legal profession, expectations have changed. Now, legal departments need to be closely aligned with the company vision, budget, and priorities. Unfortunately, many legal operations teams tackle this new challenge without access to
Many parents track their kids’ height with a growth chart or pencil notches on a door frame. Sure, they could just take a picture every year and see the visual difference, but that’s not the same as being able to quickly compare the old and new numbers. Without the comparison, the parents and child wouldn’t
