Defining Success: What Law Firms Need from Tomorrow’s Leaders
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This session delves into the evolving demands of law firm leadership. As firms navigate complex challenges, the need for leaders who are not only high performers but also skilled in guiding teams has never been greater. This session explores what true success in leadership looks like today and the essential skills future leaders must develop to thrive. Attendees will gain actionable insights into building a leadership pipeline that ensures firm stability, team cohesion and a clear vision for tomorrow.
Objectives:
- Identify key leadership qualities and skills essential for the future success of law firm leaders.
- Analyze current leadership practices within law firms to determine areas for growth and improvement in developing tomorrow's leaders.
- Design a framework for cultivating leadership talent that aligns with the evolving needs of law firms, focusing on both professional and personal development.
CLM® Application Credit: - Application Management Category: 1-hour(s) of Communication Skills
CLM® Recertification Credit: 1-hour(s) in the subject area of Communications & Organizational Management (CM)
Note: *CM sessions DO NOT qualify for CLM Application Credit for the Functional Specialist
Debbie Foster (Moderator)
Affinity Consulting
Debbie Foster of Affinity Consulting Group is a nationally recognized thought leader on efficiency and innovation in professional legal organizations. Foster’s 20+ years of experience, combined with a mix of strategic management and strong leadership skills, has enabled her to develop a unique ability to work with law firms and legal departments to help them navigate the ever-changing legal services delivery landscape. She has been working with law firms and legal departments since 1995, earned her Lean Six Sigma Certification and is relied on by firms all over the country as a management consultant. Foster is very active in ALA, the Law Practice Division of the American Bar Association and was the Co-Chair of ABA TECHSHOW 2018.
