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Professional services firms are judged by their talent and merits. One of the best ways to gain credibility and build your business’s reputation is to shoot your best shot at being recognized in an industry award or rankings list. 🏆 Here’s our roundup of the strongest contenders in June and July 👇 🦺 For #architecture, #engineering or #construction firms: June 1 — ASCE’s Outstanding Projects and Leaders Awards June 7 — Zweig Group’s Marketing Excellence Award June 10 — ENR's Regional Best Projects Awards (final deadline) June 14 — Construction Executive’s Top Construction Technology Firms June 30 — Zweig Group’s Top New Venture Award July 28 — CURT’s Construction Industry Safety Excellence Awards ⚖️ For #lawfirm and #legal professionals: June 7 — Women of Influence and Power and Law Awards (WIPL) June 7 — Connecticut Law Tribune’s New England Legal Awards June 12 — The American Lawyer’s Industry Awards June 12 — Corporate Counsel’s Best Legal Department Awards June 21 — Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Global Litigators June 21 — Texas Lawyer’s Texas Legal Awards June 21 — The Recorder’s California Legal Awards June 26 — The American Lawyer’s Law Firm Corporate Practices of the Year July 5 — Law360’s Attorney Promotions Q2 July 12 — Law360’s MVPs of the Year Save these to reference throughout the month and subscribe to our industry newsletter to be the first to get upcoming awards and PR opportunities! 📩 https://lnkd.in/gAeNjrgp

𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼 & 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗻 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆  • San Francisco offices are growing with expansion efforts led by Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP and Debevoise & Plimpton. This trend of adding to teams aligns with the region’s growth and client needs. Their focus areas include corporate law, intellectual property, and venture capital financing.  • Climate, Energy & Infrastructure groups continue adding to their ranks. With the increasing emphasis on sustainability and infrastructure development, these practices are playing a crucial role in advising clients on regulatory matters and project financing.  • Labor & Employment: To service the vibrant tech economy, firms are considering candidates from mid to senior levels.  • Midlevel Intellectual Property needs remain priorities for AmLaw 25 firms. These groups are globally recognized practices servicing a range of clients, including Fortune 50 companies. 𝗟𝗼𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘀  • Firms with New York strongholds are pushing LA expansion. Commercial real estate, labor and employment, financial markets, venture capital, and intellectual property litigation practices are among those expanding their teams.  • Century City continues to remain a standout legal hub, with leading AmLaw firms expanding offices, claiming office space in rising buildings, or planning new offices. 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 Group moves are of high interest to California’s big law firms. Teams that can make an immediate impact and contribute to the firm’s success are particularly sought after. Self-sustaining groups with a track record of client service are especially in demand. If you’re a partner seeking a new platform that will enable you to better service your clients and grow your practice, I encourage you to connect for a quick chat. 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲: Regardless of your level, if these practice areas or locations are of interest, please reach out to cole.evarts@sonderconsultants.com for more. #legalmarket #biglaw #california

Does your law firm have a living road map for success? Without a clear, actionable strategy, even the best teams can struggle to thrive. That’s where our Strategic Planning Program comes in. At Southren Group, we partner with law firms to create a living road map tailored to their unique culture and challenges. Our approach empowers firms, and those within them, to take control of their future by fostering a shared vision, aligning goals, and inspiring actionable change. Don’t wait—your future success starts today. Take the first step with the Southren Success Blueprint Assessment for Law Firms to uncover your firm’s strengths, identify areas for growth, and establish a solid starting place to build from. Contact us now to secure your Strategic Planning Program for 2025. Access the assessment here: https://lnkd.in/gtteuhjK Learn more about our Strategic Planning Program here: https://lnkd.in/gxAJ8GTS #LawFirmGrowth #LegalLeadership #StrategicPlanning #LawFirmSuccess #FutureFocused #BusinessDevelopment #SouthrenGroup

Did you miss it? Yesterday, Senior Law Advisor Kim Rockwood shared how she switched from construction #litigation to #EstatePlanning in less than 6 months, creating a law business that earned $40k/mo within her first year… without having to go back to court ever again. Attendees learned: 🗺️ How to successfully transition to estate planning even with a full-time practice (by using our tried-and-true time management strategy which we’ll share) – giving you the freedom to build your dream practice – without burning out or sacrificing your well-being… 🗂️ How to quickly acquire the necessary knowledge to excel in estate planning, even without prior experience (by following our proven roadmap) – giving you the confidence to serve clients at the highest level – and build a thriving practice you love… 🤝 Specific techniques to engage clients and create a sense of urgency & charge premium pricing around estate planning (without being pushy) – so you can fill your calendar with eager clients – and make a real difference in their lives... 💬DM or comment “EP” to get the replay link while it’s available. ⬇️ #AI #LegalTech #LegalEducation #LawFirmMarketing #LawFirmMarketingIdeas #LegalDesign #LawyerMarketing

Join my colleagues, including my NYC Partner Erin O'Leary for the firm’s final webinar of the year, December 19th, “Ethics II: Project Development & Potential Legal Matters”. Register below. #ethics #webinar #lawpractice #lbbs #constructionmanagement #projectmanagement

Boost Your Firm’s Success with Key Insights on Communication and Collaboration Our COO’s Blueprint delves into the crucial roles of communication and collaboration in driving law firm growth. Learn actionable strategies that tackle common challenges and transform your firm’s dynamics for the better. What changes are you looking to implement in your firm? Join the conversation below and discover how to make your firm thrive. Read the full article for insights on optimizing your operations and enhancing your team’s performance. https://lnkd.in/gya97TdT #LawPracticeEdge #CommunicationExcellence #CollaborativeSuccess #LawFirmLeadership #StrategicGrowth #LegalInnovation #LeadershipInLaw #EffectiveCommunication

As the new year approaches, law firms are at a crossroads. In an industry defined by rapid changes and increasing client demands, a well-crafted strategic plan is more than just a nice-to-have — it is a critical differentiator that separates top performers from the pack. Yet, despite 71% of firms acknowledging strategic plan importance, only 24% have formalized their strategic direction in writing (National Law Review, 1/15/2017). This disconnect represents a significant opportunity for growth, efficient alignment, and innovation to advance the firm toward increased profitability. High performing (and generally larger) firms have embraced strategic planning. Their structured approach often allows them to anticipate market trends, allocate resources effectively, and set measurable goals.  In contrast, other firms are not either thinking about or documenting strategic objectives and struggle to keep pace. This disparity highlights an ongoing challenge: the tendency of countless firms (of all sizes) to prioritize short-term problem-solving over long-term vision. However, regardless of firm scale, the need for deliberate, forward-thinking planning is universal. Without this, firms risk falling into reactive patterns, missing growth opportunities, and failing to adapt to client and market needs. A strategic plan does more than outline goals, it provides a roadmap aligning every aspect of a firm’s operations—resources, work, technology, processes, and talent toward its overall mission. Whether developing a strategic plan for the first time or refining an existing one for true impact, the imminent new year presents a clear opportunity to proceed purposefully. Want to expertly chart your firm’s course for success? Talk to Vertex! #lawfirm #strategy #planning

I'm thrilled to announce the publication of the new book "Board-Shareholder Dialogue: Policy Debate, Legal Constraints and Best Practices", published by Cambridge University Press & Assessment. This book is a comprehensive resource on the evolving dynamics of board-shareholder interactions and includes contributions from distinguished experts in corporate law and governance. I had the privilege of co-authoring a chapter on shareholder collaborative engagement with Peter Mülbert. Our chapter delves into the nuances of effective shareholder collaboration, exploring best practices and legal frameworks that can shape engagement strategies. Our contribution was initially presented at an international conference in Rome, alongside other impactful research that now forms this insightful publication. My sincere thanks to the exceptional contributors and editors Luca Enriques and Giovanni Strampelli who brought this project to life. The book features contributions from outstanding scholars, including Nobel laureate Oliver Hart, Luigi Zingales, Paul A. Davies; Colin Mayer, Wolf-Georg Ringe Adriana Robertson, Lars Klöhn, Afra Afsharipour, Matteo Gatti, Dionysia Katelouzou, Christoph Van der Elst, Anna Christie, Tim Bowley, Jennifer Hill, and many more exceptional academics. 🔗 If you’re interested in deepening your understanding of the complexities and opportunities within board-shareholder dialogues, I highly recommend checking out this book: https://lnkd.in/e3M7FYnX #CorporateGovernance #ShareholderEngagement #BoardOfDirectors #CorporateLaw #NewPublication

Congratulations! StoneTurn Co-Chair Simon Platt and Partners Neil Ashton, Kyla Curley, Eric Hines, David Stern and Luke Tenery have been named to Who’s Who Legal’s: Consulting Experts guide. Additionally, Partners Christopher Anderson, Atanu Saha, Ph.D. and Ambreen Salters and Managing Director Yong Xu were named to the IP Experts guide. Read more about our experts and our multidisciplinary team: https://lnkd.in/e-X8ZtS2 Who’s Who Legal recently rebranded as Lexology Index, noting, “Lexology Index (formerly Who’s Who Legal) provides comprehensive data-led research into the leading lawyers and experts, used by law firms and companies globally.”    #whoswholegal #lexologyindex #forensicaccounting #IPexpert #intellectualproperty #consulting #litigationadvisory

Strategic vision. Operational excellence. Non-Attorney COOs are the architects of success in law firms, driving innovation and delivering exceptional client service. #COOChallenges #LawFirmOperations #NavigatingComplexity #LegalIndustryInsights #CorporateChallenges #LeadershipStruggles #OperationalEfficiency #BusinessStrategy #ExecutiveRoles #LegalManagement #COOInsights #LeadershipChallenges