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Innovation in the Law Firm World

By Kristin K. Stark
July 30, 2008

Despite over a decade of widespread discussion of innovation within the corporate environment, innovation within law firms remains a relatively unfamiliar topic. The meaning of the word 'innovation' (often defined as 'the act of introducing something new') remains foreign within the context of law firm services, processes, and operations. Very few law firms recognize the opportunities associated with innovation or the market and competitive pressures that will ultimately drive successful firms toward this important business concept. In many ways, innovation represents an untapped opportunity for law firms ' the next great frontier for firms looking to expand their businesses and improve their competitive positions.

The Business Case for Innovation:
Why Should Law Firms Innovate?

Until recently, firms have seen little need to innovate. For much of their history, law firms have grown and prospered by focusing on the practice of law, but not necessarily the business of law. Legal expertise alone has driven much of their success.

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