The Relationship Equation Part 1: Building Stronger Partnerships Between In-House Counsel and Law Firm Attorneys
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Strong client-firm relationships are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared understanding of priorities. In-house legal teams must balance internal business needs while advocating for the right outside counsel partnerships, while law firms must adapt to evolving client expectations. Achieving alignment requires open, transparent communication and a strategic approach to partnership-building.
Join us on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 12pm ET as Alex Guajardo, Global Director of Commercial Strategy at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP, and Jennifer McIver, Associate Director, Legal Operations & Industry Insights at ELM Solutions, Wolters Kluwer, and Seth E. Spitzer, Esq. Global Head of Outside Counsel and Third Party, Legal, at Citi, share insights from both sides of the client-firm relationship. This session will explore the key factors that drive successful partnerships and provide actionable strategies for strengthening collaboration.
Discussion Topics Include:
Navigating Internal Priorities: How in-house teams balance business needs while managing outside counsel relationships.
Meeting Client Demands: How law firms adapt to evolving client expectations and provide value-driven legal services.
The Art of Transparent Communication: Best practices for fostering open conversations that drive long-term success.
Building Stronger Partnerships: Strategies to align in-house legal teams and outside counsel for mutual benefit.
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for in-house counsel, legal operations professionals, and law firm attorneys looking to enhance collaboration and build stronger, more effective client-firm relationships.
