Effective Practice Group Leadership: Second Edition

Law firm practice group leadership is a critical role that requires developing and implementing a strategic plan, coordinating and leading partners, and producing results. This second edition of Effective Practice Group Leadership explores the challenges, changes, innovations, and contributions of PGLs to the profitability and performance of law firms.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2022
Publisher: Globe Law and Business

Law firm practice group leadership is a demanding and challenging role that requires a strong and dedicated individual. As firms compete increasingly at the practice group level, leaders are being asked to run their groups like business units, develop and implement a strategic plan that supports the goals and competitiveness of the firm, and coordinate and lead their partners to enhance the efficiency, performance, and profitability of their groups. However, many firm leaders complain that some of their group heads are not producing the results they want to see.

In this context, it is important to ask how many practice group leaders receive the tools and support they need to succeed in this critical role. How many are selected for their demonstrable leadership skills? And how often are they held accountable for their performance in the role?

To address these questions, this second edition of Effective Practice Group Leadership explores these key issues and more, building on the first edition with new insights and thought leadership. The book examines the position of the practice group leader (PGL) in law firms today, the challenges of the role, and the changes to it, innovations in modern practice groups, and demonstrates the enormous contribution PGLs can make to the profitability and performance of their law firms when armed with the tools and the authority.

The book also provides practical advice and strategies for PGLs, including how to develop and execute a strategic plan, how to manage and motivate partners, and how to measure and evaluate the performance of your group. It also highlights the importance of collaboration and communication within the practice group and with other stakeholders in the firm.

In conclusion, law firm practice group leadership is a demanding and challenging role that requires a strong and dedicated individual. This second edition of Effective Practice Group Leadership provides valuable insights and advice for PGLs, helping them to succeed in this critical role and make a significant contribution to the profitability and performance of their law firms.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787428690
Edition number: 2 New edition