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Jan 28, 2025

Speed versus security balancing data protection with AI

Today, law firms and corporate legal departments face an ever-growing mountain of documents. From contracts to legal filings and records, the volume of paperwork can seem overwhelming. However, a powerful solution is emerging: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Which offers the potential…

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Unlocking innovation in legal billing: Beyond expensive tech investments

In the dynamic world of legal services, the term “innovation” often conjures images of hefty technology investments. However, the essence…

Breathing easy and working seamlessly: How new technologies are building better work environments at law firms

Integrating technology in the workplace to improve wellbeing, productivity, and work experience was the main talking point during Williams Lea’s…

The future of law: Building trust, value, and efficiency

The legal industry is undergoing a seismic shift: Law firms are caught in a balancing act of boosting profitability while…

From strategic growth to AI: Building the blueprint for law firm resilience

Law firms have built a reputation for being risk-averse and resistant to change. However, in recent years, the legal industry…

UK law firm leaders and their clients see efficiency and profitability gains through data and AI

As expected, artificial intelligence (AI) dominated the conversations at the 9th Annual Sandpiper Partners UK Law Firm Profitability, Pricing &…

As investment banks and financial services face growing pressure to address climate change, supply chain sustainability can play a key role

Operational leaders at investment banks and financial services organizations are fully aware of the growing importance of establishing sustainability and…

What to expect in 2024: UK law firms will focus on downsizing space, and upsizing AI, sustainability and wellbeing

Law firm leaders and industry experts joined together for a thought-provoking panel discussion at Williams Lea’s first Legal Operations and…

Leading UK law firm experts discuss crucial insights for creating an inclusive and thriving workplace

Well-being and diversity are critical topics in the legal sector, and their intersection is becoming increasingly important. It was fitting…

In turbulent and disruptive times, law firms need to focus on their people agenda more than ever before

The traditional, once-unquestioned law firm model for hiring, accommodating, managing, developing and promoting talent is being pulled apart by forces…

Law firm leaders remain focused on talent development, AI, and ESG amid tumultuous times

With global conflict, economic uncertainty and the growing prominence of artificial intelligence (AI), law firm leaders had plenty to talk…

A moment like no other: Law firm leaders discuss AI’s impact on the legal profession

As if the past few years of disruptive events were not enough to challenge the status quo, the introduction of…

Building the law firm of the future requires embracing diversity, harnessing data, and unleashing AI

The legal sector is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by changing client expectations, new technologies, and the need for greater…

Can law firms become sustainability champions?

Experts in sustainability gathered at the latest Legal Office and Administration Forum (LOAF) webinar to discuss the role of law…

To navigate the complex legal landscape of 2024 and beyond, the resilient law firm must leave no room for mediocrity

This year has been a roller coaster ride for the legal industry. Soaring inflation, client uncertainty, and volatility in the…

Watch the FT Live Digital Dialogues: Leveraging tech and automation in professional services

In partnership with the Financial Times, Clare Hart, Williams Lea CEO, joined a panel of industry leaders to unravel the…

Law firms need to embrace change to meet the challenges of AI and continued market uncertainty

What do clients want from their law firms today? Will Artificial Intelligence (AI) reduce the need for lawyers? How can…

Can professional services firms save the planet?

The news headlines have been dominated by climate change and there is increasingly clear evidence that there will be catastrophic…

The resilient law firm: The state of play and the road ahead

Much has changed since the year began. Law firms kicked off 2023 with vigilance as demand fell, inflation soared, and…