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“When a business’s core values and how these are realised in its operations are called into question, the reputational fallout can be far-reaching. Legal processes are a common means for these issues to come to light due to the public nature of the process, which invites scrutiny and creates multiple trigger events for critical media coverage.” 💬 In our latest blog, Associate Director Bethaney Durkin examines the connection between legal proceedings and reputational harm, exploring the factors that can cause legal matters to escalate into significant reputational risks.💡 Read the full piece here 🔗: https://lnkd.in/eaWAwMMU #reputation #risk #blog 

This week, Meg is joined by Joint Managing Director Michael Evans, they discuss listed firms publishing positive results despite ongoing market volatility, what Quinn Emanuel's results might mean for the litigation market, ethics of barristers being called into question, law firms tackling friction over nonequity partner pay and unusual alliances being drawn between US and European law firms as a result of Trump's second term. 📰 https://lnkd.in/eEX869F2 Click below to hear a clip from the episode. 🎧 The episode can be downloaded from the following platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eggSMi5b Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eCixCKak YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eDaEPSFa #CounselCulture #Podcast #BusinessofLaw

“Some of the partners I work with practice niche areas of the law which keeps my mind sharp. I scan parts of the news I would normally never look at for pitching ideas. I was so excited to land my first piece of coverage with the national press, it’s very rewarding when an idea comes to fruition and adds value to both the journalist and the client.” 💬 Check out the Q&A below and get to know the newest member of the Byfield team, Senior Account Executive, Olivia Francesca Adam. Learn about her journey from journalism to communications, the challenges she’s most excited to tackle at Byfield, and her experience working with a diverse range of law firms across the legal industry. 💡 🔗: https://lnkd.in/eAGFCf_w #MeettheTeam #QandA

The first Counsel Culture episode of 2025 is here! 🚀 This week Meg is joined by Associate Director Bethaney Durkin to discuss KPMG Law targeting an alternative business licence in the US, the increase in law firm rates, Private Equity’s Calculated push into law firms and how the last year has reshaped the legal industry globally. 📰 https://lnkd.in/eveb2Pfx Listen to the below clip to hear Beth’s thoughts on whether the rise in law firm rates is sustainable. 🎵 The podcast is available to download and stream from your platform of choice. Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/en67rUCv Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eWgcBsH3 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/e4JzQ5bx #CounselCulture #Podcast #BusinessofLaw

"Red Thread Content describes a central theme or idea that links various content pieces, ensuring a cohesive and unified message across multiple platforms and formats. Just as a thread binds and connects pieces of fabric, Red Thread content serves as the core message or narrative that ties a firm’s outward-facing content together” Digital Marketing Executive Sean Cullen discusses the advantages of implementing Red Thread content, along with the potential challenges it may pose. He also shares examples of campaigns by law firms that effectively utilise Red Thread content. To read the full piece, visit: https://lnkd.in/engQQ-cV #Content #Marketing #RedThread

The December edition of Byfield Bytes, brought to you by Joint Managing Director Ben Girdlestone, is now available to read! In this month's edition we cover the legal industry trends in 2024, high profile mergers, the lateral hiring market, office closures and restructures, the impact of the US, UK and France elections, the ongoing Post Office enquiry and more. You'll also find our Lawyer Quote of the Month and Post of the Month sections, plus an update on Byfield’s latest activities. If you're interested in receiving the newsletter directly into your email inbox each month, click this link and fill out a registration form 👉: https://lnkd.in/eP8tmcAb

Wishing our clients and friends a joyful Holiday season and a Happy New Year! ✨🎄   This year, Byfield is proud to support Cancer Research UK (CRUK) with a donation to help the charity further its vital work in preventing, diagnosing, and treating cancer.   Every contribution, big or small, makes a meaningful difference in advancing research, treatment, and support for those impacted by cancer. 🎗️   To find out more information about Cancer Research and the work it does, visit: https://lnkd.in/dYCMrZq

Senior Account Manager Jessica Hancock shares her insights on potential mergers in 2025, focusing on mid-sized law firms and the factors driving these decisions. She highlights challenges such as the ongoing struggle with organic growth and the need to find solutions for delivering cross-border mandates. “Amidst these challenges, mid-tier firms must grapple with differentiation. Being “a bit of everything to everyone” is rarely enough to sustain consistent growth in a congested market. Many firms are expanding beyond their traditional turf to emerging legal hubs like Bristol or Leeds, challenging the traditional powerhouses of those cities - but even this approach has limits. Strategic acquisitions—whether to enhance capabilities, secure footholds in new markets, or achieve scale—remain an attractive route to scale up quickly.” To read the full piece, visit: https://lnkd.in/ebZT3kz4 #mergers #midmarket

🎄✨ Last week, we celebrated the festive season with our annual Christmas party.   We started the afternoon with some fun and games at the arcade, followed by a delicious three-course meal, and wrapped up the evening with a lively quiz put together by Oliver Beard.   It was a fantastic way to come together, share some laughs and reflect on another successful year!   Here’s to an even brighter 2025! 🎅

The latest episode of Counsel Culture is here! 🎙️ This week Meg is joined by Joint Managing Directors Ben Girdlestone and Michael Evans. They discuss why climate protestors are targeting A&O Shearman, lateral partner retention, US firms dragging their feet on training contracts and how US firm are getting closer to acquiring Kramer Levin’s Paris office. 📰 https://lnkd.in/euG8QcCu Listen below to hear Michael's thoughts on trainee retention rates. 🎧 The podcast is available to download and stream from your platform of choice. Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eiFT-SzR Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ehgfTTRD YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eEN2DJJA