In today’s changing market, both client retention and talent retention are top priorities for law firms globally. During this expert panel session, we will hear from industry experts on leveraging strategic resource management to boost lawyer utilization and equitable access to opportunities, while lowering costs and ensuring DEI goals are met. Discover how real-time insights can drive lawyer career development, forecast skill needs, and create effective succession plans while meeting clients value expectations.

Key topics include:

  • Achieving effective work allocation with real-time visibility into lawyer capacity and utilisation
  • Gaining insight into lawyer skillsets and areas of interest to support further career development
  • Promoting an equitable work environment with actionable DEI data
  • This session will help law firm leaders gain valuable insights that can be used to contribute to more efficient and effective talent management.

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Presenters:

Alex Tring, Director of Operations – Resource Management, BigHand
Alex joined BigHand in 2020, following the acquisition of Mason & Cook. Alex has over 10 years of experience in resource management. He has used his expertise to further the adoption of resource management within the legal industry through a combination of transformation and change management consulting projects and the application of technology and data. He has worked with top law firms to design and embed highly efficient resource management structures to optimise utilisation, improve profitability of matters, meet client demands, drive equitable access to work& career opportunities, and bring the career needs and interests of lawyers into the work allocation process.

 

Katherine Rathbone, Head of HR at Addleshaw Goddard

Katherine has been with Addleshaw Goddard for many years, driving the firm’s transformation and continuous improvement in resource allocation. With a proven ability to manage complex HR matters, she is no stranger to change management projects. Her expertise spans talent management, operational delivery, employee engagement, and inclusive practices all while maintaining a focus on business needs and enhancing the employee experience.

 

Camilla Jagger, Head of Operations at DLA Piper

Camilla Jagger has a long history of working in the legal sector. She has used her expertise in law firm operations, strategy, and resource management to create more collaborative and efficient workflows. Her passion for strategic business infrastructure around the legal practice has helped drive momentum and innovation at DLA Piper.