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Interim Attorneys and the Power of Outside-In Thinking
Interim Attorneys with Varied Work Experiences Bring Outside-In Thinking to Legal Departments In-house legal departments are tasked with managing an ever-evolving range of responsibilities—from regulatory compliance to risk management and business strategy. To stay ahead, many legal department leaders are turning to interim or contract attorneys not just as a flexible staffing solution, but as…
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Future-Proof Your Legal Department: Preparing for Uncertain Times
Future-Proof Your Legal Department: Prepare for Uncertainty with Flexible Talent Every business faces periods of uncertainty. Predicting the future is hard and you can’t always foresee what’s on the horizon. Economic fluctuations, geopolitical tensions, elections, or the rapid advancement of AI—these factors (and more) can create significant operational challenges, making it difficult for your organization…
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10 Interview Tips for Aspiring General Counsel
For those who aspire to it, securing a general counsel (GC) role is a significant milestone in one’s career. The position requires not only legal expertise but also a keen understanding of business strategy, leadership, and organizational dynamics. We asked Jorge de la Osa and Susan Seah, both highly accomplished former GCs who are now part of Latitude’s…
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Enhance Your Firm’s Bidding Strategy with Flexible Talent
In law firm business development, a common challenge is crafting compelling, competitive bids without straining existing resources or budgets. Imagine your firm is poised to bid for a lucrative project, but you don’t have the necessary expertise on your current team to meet the client’s requirements. You could hire a full-time team member, but since…
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Unleash the Strategic Potential of Your Legal Department
Unleash the Strategic Potential of Your Legal Department: Advice from Legal Leaders Written by Michelle Culligan, this article was originally published in the Minnesota Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel members LinkedIn group. Legal departments are often seen as a necessary but costly part of doing business. However, this perception is changing as legal…
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How Law Firms Are Leveraging Flexible Legal Talent
How Law Firms Are Leveraging Flexible Legal Talent Law firms face constant pressure to adapt to changing market and client demands and maintain high service quality. One strategy that can effectively address these challenges is leveraging flexible legal talent, such as interim, supplemental, and fractional attorneys, who offer top-notch expertise and the agility needed to…
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Remote and Hybrid Hiring Trends for Legal Departments and Law Firms
Remote and Hybrid Hiring: Key Trends for Legal Departments and Law Firms The landscape of work has evolved significantly over the past few years, with remote and hybrid work arrangements becoming a defining feature of modern employment. As we progress through 2024, understanding these trends can help corporate legal department and law firm leaders position…
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In-House Legal Talent Trends: Data Privacy and Security
A Closer Look at Recent Legal Talent Trends in Data Privacy and Security In the fast-evolving world of legal services, staying ahead of trends supports effective decision making. As leaders in corporate legal departments, it’s beneficial to understand the dynamics shaping demand for legal talent. Early indication of trends allows for proactive strategy development, ensuring…
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Observations on the Legal Talent Market: Q1 2024
Observations on the Legal Talent Market: Q1 2024 By Logan Ide, Partner at Latitude. Logan founded and leads the company’s Atlanta office. The legal talent market is a multifaceted, evolving landscape. Latitude is an active player in the market, serving large and small legal departments as well as law firms by providing them with contract…
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Is Building a Specialized Legal Talent Vertical Right for Your Firm?
by Andres Chagui, Partner The rate at which law firms have increased their use of captive ALSPs confirms a burgeoning acceptance and adoption of alternative legal business approaches. One subset of this is flexible legal talent, an alternative talent solution that offers the pliability to swiftly adapt to changing demand. As a law firm, building…
