/pulse/insights?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section Latest articles for: Insights Copyright 2025 sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½. en-US Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:23:01 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2423375?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2423375 As generative artificial intelligence tools become embedded in mainstream legal practice, they are reshaping the administration of law itself, from how experts document and validate their work to how joint defense teams operate, demanding a new level of contractual clarity and operational discipline, says Karineh Khachatourian at KXT Law. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:47:09 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2421644?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2421644 As the year winds down and the pace of work slows, attorneys should reflect on what did and didn’t work to generate business in 2025, and start mapping out their 2026 business development plan now to set themselves up for success, says Ezra Crawford at Crowell. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:12:54 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2421133?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2421133 Though firm leaders feel the most urgency about retaining rainmakers now, during compensation season, effective retention strategies are preemptive and year-round efforts anchored in meaningful support, tactical execution and credible follow-through, says Tom Orewyler at TO Comms. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:12:14 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2421032?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2421032 Trust is the foundation of any great client relationship, but it isn’t built overnight or maintained passively — rather, counsel must consistently show up in small but important ways to become the trusted partner clients rely on when judgment matters most, says Andrew Dick at The L Suite. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 13:17:30 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2395594?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2395594 The investment required for a personalized client onboarding plan is minimal, but the return on investment — measured in client satisfaction, relationship strength and longevity, client referrals, and other business development opportunities — can be extraordinary, says John Reed at Rain BDM. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:25:56 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2420706?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2420706 A number of trends will continue to reshape how people search, consume and trust information next year, and law firms will need to adopt forward-thinking content strategies — from generative engine optimization to interactive legal tools — to stand out, says Elizabeth Lampert at Elizabeth Lampert PR and Nancy Myrland at Myrland Marketing and Social Media. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:28:30 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2416039?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2416039 Trends and statistics reveal that law firms of all sizes and practice areas remained attractive litigation targets this year, so firms must take concrete steps to avoid professional liability risks in the year to come, say Douglas Richmond and Andrew Ricke at Lockton Companies. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:03:46 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2416667?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2416667 Explore Law360 Pulse’s Global Leaders to find out which firms are shaping the global legal landscape, with deep-pocketed clients, wide-reaching office networks and teams of lawyers around the world. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:46:24 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2415329?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2415329 New job archetypes are rapidly replacing the traditional model of the lawyer as artificial intelligence proliferates, and to remain competitive, firms will need to embrace the diverse portfolio of talent required to navigate, design and critique algorithmic systems, says Dmitri Mehlhorn at Atoll Society. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:02:16 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2411060?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2411060 Legal management services organizations, which outsource the administrative aspects of law firms to separate entities, are poised to disrupt the industry in the year to come, so firms and attorneys should consider the advantages and disadvantages of several MSO models, say Frederick Shelton and Ayven Dodd at Shelton & Steele. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 15:00:21 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2413642?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2413642 Impostor syndrome prevails as a main root cause of attorney burnout, but sufferers can equip themselves with a series of practice tips that build confidence through evidence, not emotion, to address the mindset behind this damaging condition, says Jonathan Cohen at PNY. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:03:43 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2408026?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2408026 In Law360 Pulse's in-house compensation report, lawyers who work in legal departments across the United States share insights into their salaries, bonuses, long-term incentives and motivations for choosing in-house work. The report highlights compensation trends across the corporate legal landscape and examines whether in-house life offers more balance. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:03:43 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2408029?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2408029 Law360 Pulse's 2025 Compensation Report takes a data-driven look at pay in the legal industry, detailing what lawyers at firms and corporate legal departments across the United States brought home last year and how they view their compensation.  Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:35:40 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2411430?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2411430 Today's general counsel expect outside lawyers to show interest, relevance and value long before there is a live matter to address, including by engaging with attorneys at every level of the company and dispensing free advice thoughtfully, says Andrew Dick at The L Suite. Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:03:43 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2408021?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2408021 At the top of the corporate legal ladder, the rewards can be substantial. The Law360 Pulse Compensation Report: General Counsel reviews the reported pay packages of more than 200 top legal chiefs at S&P 500 companies to uncover who's earning the most, what industries are the most lucrative, and which law firms and law schools are shaping the upper ranks of corporate law. Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:04:24 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2408024?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2408024 Law360 Pulse asked lawyers about compensation, pay transparency, billable hours and more. See how much they earn, how satisfied they are, and where they say the trouble spots are. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:36:04 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2387252?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2387252 Having the courage to embark on your legal business development strategy early in your career allows you to sooner reap the rewards of a strong network, which in turn can increase the momentum of referrals over the course of your career, says Kristin Housh at Sheppard Mullin. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 13:04:48 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2409051?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2409051 As the legal profession navigates changes driven by artificial intelligence and broader pressures, leaders should consider behavioral research-backed strategies to translate enthusiasm into tangible results for team performance, say attorneys at King & Spalding. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:16:10 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2406354?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2406354 Though law firms and private equity firms appear to be strange bedfellows, such combinations may offer opportunities for ailing midsize firms — which must be weighed against risks to culture, brand and growth prospects, say directors at FTI Consulting. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:22:52 +0000 /pulse/insights/articles/2405958?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=section /pulse/insights/articles/2405958 This year's Buying Legal Council Conference highlighted three emerging forces in how buyers and sellers operate in the legal ecosystem — artificial intelligence, data and preferred panels — and organizations would be well advised to combine them into an integrated framework for transparency, performance and collaboration, says Matthew Prinn at RFP Advisory Group.