May 2019
VOLUME 38, ISSUE 5
Table of Contents
Features
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Legal Industry/Business Management
Firm Without a Plan
How to avoid the perils of practicing without a succession plan.
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Human Resources Management
What New Hires May Lack — and How to Fix It
These in-demand skills may not be inherent; however, lawyers and support staff can learn them.
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Human Resources Management
6 Strategies for Attracting Top Talent in a Tough Market
These ideas can ensure you’ll get quality candidates through your door.
Columns
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Big Ideas: ALA President’s Letter
The Unpredictable, Rewarding World of Legal Management
In this month’s Legal Management, you will find plenty of what you need to prepare your legal organization for whatever the industry or an unforeseen force of nature may throw at it.
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BP Perspective: Insights from a Business Partner
How Law Firms Can Train Employees to Protect Client Data
In 2017, more than one in five law firms experienced a data breach, proving the need for heightened protection of customer data in law firms across the nation.
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Diversity Dialogue: Broadening Business Perspectives
Find a Role Model, Get a Mentor — But You Won’t Succeed Without a Sponsor
For women and minorities in the workplace, corporate America is finally recognizing that sponsors matter for workplace success.
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Innovations: Fresh Thoughts For Managing
5 Strategies for Selling Change to Attorneys
Leaders must not only have the good idea, but also a solid plan for selling it to people at every stage of the change process.
Departments
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Tips and Trends: Industry Advice and Developments
Merger Matrimony: When Law Firms Say “I Do”
Follow these tips for a successful merger.
ALA Now
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ALA Faces Member and Chapter News
Anniversaries, Awards and Appointments May 2019
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At ALA News About ALA
What's Happening at Headquarters March 2020