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Innovation, Development, Engagement, Advancement: The 4th Annual IDEA Awards
ALA’s IDEA Awards recognize new practices that deliver great value and transformational impact through innovative achievement.Read more -
News from 2016 Annual Conference & Expo in Los Angeles
Didn’t get to attend the Annual Conference & Expo in May? Or want to relive some highlights? Check out the conversation by searching #BizLaw16 on Twitter or clicking the links below for a handy compilation of all the buzz (no login required):Read more -
ALA Headquarters Honored with Award
ALA Headquarters staff received the honor of a When Work Works award for 2016. The award, given to 351 total workplaces in the United States this year, honors organizations that have created effective workplaces based on six evidence-based componentsRead more -
Picking the Perfect Outsourcing Partner
External vendors can help firms meet deadlines, refocus resources and save on prep work.Read more -
2016 Annual Conference Recordings Available On-Demand
2016 Annual Conference Recordings Available On-DemandRead more -
ALA Urges Reconsideration of Texas Ethics Rule Prohibiting Titles for Non-Lawyer Management Positions
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The Association of Legal Administrators, an organization representing 9,000 professionals who lead the strategic business operations of law firms and law departments worldwide, has joined with several other legal business associations to call for a reconsideration of a Texas State Bar ethics decision that prohibits the use of certain titles for non-lawyer management positions.Read more -
Association of Legal Administrators Announces Partnership with NESSO Strategies
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) announced today a partnership with NESSO Strategies to develop strategic leadership programs and interactive educational content for law firm leadership.Read more -
ALA and Nesso Strategies Announce the Managing Partner Executive Director Forum
New Educational Event Focuses on Law Firm Leadership CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) announces a new interactive educational event, The Managing Partner/Executive Director Forum in Orlando, Florida on February 23-24 in partnership with Nesso Strategies.Read more -
New Law Firm Finance Conference Addresses Changing Business Models, Financial Strategies
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) will present its Finance Conference for the Legal C-Suite May 17 at the Omni Nashville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee.Read more -
Subscriptions Now Available for Legal Management Magazine
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — Legal Management magazine, an award-winning provider of news and solutions for professionals in the business of law, is now available by subscription. Members of the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) automatically receive the magazine as part of their membership, and now all legal professionals can get an insider’s look.Read more -
New Live or On-Demand Online Courses Develop Human Resources and Technology Skills for Leaders in Business of Law
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) has opened enrollment for two new eLearning courses focusing on the Human Resources and Operations Management/IT subject areas. These newly developed curricula offer dynamic and fresh ideas that align with trends in the legal industry regarding Performance Management & Compensation and Technology & Facilities Management. Those who wish to earn Certified Legal Manager (CLM) educational credits may do so through these innovative online sessions.Read more -
Legal Business Leaders Release Law Firm Compensation Benefits Research Data
Legal Practice Mangers’ average pay rose 18% in 2014 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The latest industry-leading research findings on compensation and benefits trends in law firms was released today by the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA). The Enhanced Law Firm Compensation & Benefits Survey data shows that practice area administrator salaries increased by an average of 18% in 2014, with principal law firm administrators faring nearly as well with a 15.3% increase, and Paralegal Mangers a 12.6% increase.Read more -
New Courses in Law Firm Financial Management and Legal Business Trends Offered Live or On-Demand, For Leaders in Business of Law
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) has opened enrollment for two new eLearning courses focusing on the Financial Management and Legal Industry Business Management. The newly developed curricula offer fresh ideas and solutions for legal management professionals to gain expertise in law firm financial and legal industry trends. Those working toward the Certified Legal Manager (CLM) designation may earn educational credits through these innovative online sessions.Read more -
Former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales Speaks at Association of Legal Administrators 2015 Annual Conference Expo
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — The Association of Legal Administrators’ (ALA) 2015 Annual Conference & Expo is underway in Nashville, Tennessee. The event runs Sunday, May 17, to Wednesday, May 20. On Monday, May 18, ALA President-Elect Teresa Walker, COO of Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP, interviewed former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales on the challenges law students are facing today.Read more -
Legal Industry Association Announces 2015 Awards Recipients
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) is pleased to announce the winners of its 2015 Awards Program, awarded at its Annual Conference and Expo in Nashville this week.Read more -
Association of Legal Administrators Announces 2015-16 Board of Directors
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — At its Annual Conference & Expo in Nashville this week, the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) inducted its Board of Directors for 2015-16. Leading the association and serving as president for 2015-16 is Teresa Walker from Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP, in Nashville, Tennessee. Paula Barnes of Burr & Forman in Nashville, Tennessee, will continue her service as Past President of the Board.Read more -
Association of Legal Administrators Wraps up Exciting Four-Day 2015 Annual Conference
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — The Association of Legal Administrators’ (ALA) 2015 Annual Conference & Expo just wrapped up in Nashville, Tennessee. The event ran from Sunday, May 17, to Wednesday, May 20. The event hosted 1,200 attendees, more than 150 business partners representing nearly 200 booths, and speakers and legal industry experts covering every aspect of the business of law.Read more -
Association of Legal Administrators Announces Rebrand Update at 2015 Annual Conference Expo
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — The Association of Legal Administrators’ (ALA) 2015 Annual Conference & Expo continues in Nashville, Tennessee; the event runs through Wednesday, May 20. On Tuesday, May 19, ALA Executive Director Oliver Yandle, JD, CAE, announced that the Association’s new brand will be fully unveiled to the membership on July 23, 2015, in a session at the Chapter Leadership Institute in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and via a live web stream.Read more -
Association of Legal Administrators Wraps Up Successful Business of Law Conference Series in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA — The Association of Legal Administrators’ (ALA’s) 2015 Business of Law Conference series finished off with the third conference in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event ran Thursday, October 22, to Saturday, October 24, and hosted nearly 225 attendees, 50 business partners showcasing legal solutions, legal industry experts and speakers covering aspects of the business of law.Read more -
Association of Legal Administrators Wraps Up Successful Business of Law Conference Series in Atlanta
ATLANTA, GEORGIA — The Association of Legal Administrators’ (ALA’s) 2015 Business of Law Conferences continued with the second of three conferences in Atlanta, Georgia. The event ran from Thursday, October 1, to Saturday, October 3, and hosted nearly 120 attendees, 35 business partners with various legal solutions, legal industry experts and speakers covering aspects of the business of law.Read more -
Association of Legal Administrators Wraps Up Successful Business of Law Conference Series in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA — The Association of Legal Administrators’ (ALA’s) 2015 Business of Law Conferences kicked off with the first of three events in New Orleans, Louisiana, from Thursday, September 10, to Saturday, September 12. The event hosted nearly 200 attendees, 38 business partners presenting solutions at their booths, and speakers and legal industry experts covering various aspects of the business of law.Read more -
Association of Legal Administrators Releases January 2016 Issue of Legal Management
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The Association of Legal Administrators published the latest issue of Legal Management on January 8. The first issue of 2016 delves into some challenging human resources management issues.Read more -
Association of Legal Administrators Delivers Successful Human Resources for Legal Professionals Conference
ORLANDO, FLORIDA — The Association of Legal Administrators’ (ALA’s) 2016 Human Resources Conference for Legal Professionals was held February 18-20 in Orlando, Florida. The three-day event hosted nearly 200 attendees, speakers and legal industry experts discussing the challenges facing HR professionals in private law firms, corporate and government legal departments, and nonprofit and legal aid agencies, and 12 business partners presenting HR-focused solutions within the Exhibit Hall.Read more -
The Client Cost Conundrum: Legal Service Pricing in a Post-Recession Market
The paper titled, “The Client Cost Conundrum: Legal Service Pricing in a Post-Recession Market” identifies economic factors that influenced relationship changes between clients and law firms after the Great Recession.Read more -
Bottom Line Concepts Partners with the Association of Legal Administrators
NEW YORK, NEW YORK — A performance-based financial consulting firm known for its ability to lower costs and locate savings for large organizations, Bottom Line Concepts (BLC) announced today a VIP Partner relationship with the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA).Read more -
Bottom Line Concepts Partners with the Association of Legal Administrators
NEW YORK, NEW YORK — A performance-based financial consulting firm known for its ability to lower costs and locate savings for large organizations, Bottom Line Concepts (BLC) announced today a VIP Partner relationship with the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA).Read more -
Legal Industry Association Announces 2016 Awards Recipients
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) is pleased to announce the winners in its 2016 Awards Program, presented at its Annual Conference & Expo in Los Angeles on Wednesday, May 25.Read more -
Association of Legal Administrators Recognized for Exemplary Workplace Practices
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) has been honored with a 2016 When Work Works Award for its use of effective workplace strategies to increase business and employee success.Read more -
ALA Comment Letter to the ABA’s Alternative Business Issues Paper
Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments regarding the ABA Commission on the Future of Legal Services’ Issues Paper Regarding Alternative Business Structures. On behalf of the more than 9,000 members and 6,000 firms represented by the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA), we believe the benefits of alternative business structures as described in the issues paper outweigh any potential risks. We encourage the ABA to pursue policy changes to facilitate the creation of such structures.Read more -
Association of Legal Administrators Announces 2016-17 Board of Directors
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — At its Annual Conference & Expo in Los Angeles this week, the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) inducted its Board of Directors for 2016-17. Leading the association and serving as president for 2016-17 is Laura J. Broomell, CLM, Chief Operating Officer from Greene Espel PLLP. Teresa Walker from Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP, in Nashville, Tennessee, will continue her service as Past President of the Board.Read more