Nominating Clients for Legal Industry Awards: Financial Times’ North America Innovative Lawyers Submissions Now Open

Posted by Leslie Valenza
On July 12, 2022

In our series discussing key opportunities for law firms to distinguish client partnerships as part of their business development and public relations initiatives, we’ve covered Chambers Diversity & Inclusion Awards and American Lawyer Media’s Leaders in Tech Law Awards as two prominent recognitions to consider. Financial Times similarly hosts a renowned annual program celebrating the […]

Nominating Clients for Legal Industry Awards: Call for Chambers Diversity & Inclusion Awards Submissions Now Open

Posted by Leslie Valenza
On January 21, 2022

Last year, we introduced a series discussing opportunities for law firms to acknowledge client partnerships as part of their client service and business development-oriented public relations initiatives. Among the industry’s most renowned accolades are the Chambers Diversity & Inclusion Awards: North America, an annual program celebrating the achievements of firms, legal departments and individuals who […]

What You Need to Know About Repurposing Chambers Submissions for The Legal 500

Posted by Leslie Valenza
On October 7, 2021

As your law firm works to complete its final Chambers USA submissions for the 2022 guide, you may be considering ways to repurpose the information you undoubtedly dedicated countless hours collecting and drafting throughout the year. Repurposing Chambers submissions for comparable rankings by its chief competitor, The Legal 500, is certainly one approach to maximizing […]

Client Alert Checklist: How to Write Content That Adds Value

Posted by Leslie Valenza
On September 24, 2021

A court has handed down its decision in a closely watched case. A merger between two corporations has been announced. A federal agency has unveiled an extensive change in regulation with significant implications to key industries. Your firm’s lawyers race to draft an alert detailing the news and deliver it to clients ahead of competitors. […]

Nominating Clients and Prospects for Legal Industry Awards: Key in a Law Firm’s Business Development Toolbox

Posted by Leslie Valenza
On September 14, 2021

Spotlighting successful collaborations with clients is an important step in demonstrating your firm’s commitment to innovation, leadership and service. Nominating clients for recognitions that honor distinguished in-house talent is a great way to express gratitude to clients for entrusting your firm with their high-valued legal matters. Yet award submissions are a relationship-building tactic underutilized by […]

Demystifying Chambers Rankings: Our Most Common Questions

Posted by Leslie Valenza
On June 30, 2021

Earning recognition in Chambers’ prestigious law firm guides can be a time-consuming, multiyear endeavor. After dedicating countless hours to collecting and summarizing the firm’s most significant matters and preparing lawyers and their client references for interviews with Chambers researchers, some firms may be left wondering why they haven’t yet gained traction in Chambers’ rankings. The […]

4 Ways to Create Podcast Content

Posted by Leslie Valenza
On May 13, 2021

If you are thinking about starting a podcast, there are several factors to consider and steps to take. One key consideration is: Can I generate enough content to keep the show going long-term? If your podcast will focus on issues with which your clients grapple in their own roles, then the answer is likely yes. […]