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28 October 2021

How to Grow Your Law Firm Online

One of the trickiest problems law firms face is how to grow their firm in a crowded market. This post (and the resources within) gives an evidence-based framework to build up a steady flow of clients online. It will also share easy and sustainable alternatives to spending big on Google Ads.  

Ben Farrow, FirmChecker
Ben Farrow, FirmChecker
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Coronavirus COVID-19 vaccine

25 October 2021

Vaccinations in the New Zealand Workplace

The rollout of the COVID-19 vaccinations across New Zealand in 2021 has caused disruption and unease across all sectors and the legal industry has not been immune to this disruption. The NZ Committee decided to canvas the views of members as they relate to the rollout of COVID-19 vaccinations within firms.

ALPMA
People & Culture
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23 September 2021

Appreciating and Recognising our ALPMA Branch Committee Members in 2021

As a volunteer led Association, these Branch Committee Members have given their time and services, over multiple years, to members within their local community by arranging learning and development seminars, workshops, and networking events. We thank them for their dedication and support during their terms and for furthering ALPMA’s purpose.

Emma Elliott
Emma Elliott, ALPMA
Leadership
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ALPMA Research Legal People Productivity Survey 2021

16 September 2021

The 2021 BigHand Legal Workflow Management Report – Key Findings

Thanks to BigHand, who conducted a global Legal Workflow Management survey in May 2021, we now have a better understanding of how firms were impacted by the pandemic with a comprehensive report outlining the global measures seen and the steps firms have taken to combat these challenges as a result. 

Emma Elliott
Emma Elliott, ALPMA
Operational Management
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8 September 2021

Seven Things to Know Before You Quote a Price for Legal Services

Fee-related questions are amongst the trickiest a solicitor needs to answer confidently. This is true whether you view these questions from the clients’ perspective of value-for-money. Or for your firm’s profitability. Before you quote a price to clients you need to answer some really important questions.

George Beaton, beaton Research + Consulting
Dr George Beaton, beaton
Financial Management
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26 July 2021

Superannuation Guarantee Contributions Increased

From 1 July 2021, Superannuation Guarantee (SG) rates increased from 9.5 percent of ordinary time earnings to 10 percent. The SG rate is scheduled to continue to increase until it reaches 12 percent from 1 July 2025 onwards.

Andrew Proebstl, legalsuper
Andrew Proebstl, legalsuper
Financial Management
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Members only

10 June 2021

From Team Member to Leader

The ten steps of leadership development in professional services helps people not only increase their chances of getting a promotion but increases their leadership mindset for their future. Leaders today are seen as trusted advisors and advocates and need to develop a high level of emotional intelligence, authenticity and resilience. This article showcases a scenario of how to go from Team Member to Leader.

Ricky Nowak
Ricky Nowak, Ricky Nowak & Associates
Leadership
Article

7 April 2021

Lead with Your Thinking: How to Become a Legal Industry Thought Leader

Achieving change in a law firm can be challenging. It is frustrating when people don’t buy into your idea, or if they make wrong assumptions about your job role and what you want to accomplish at work. If you have great ideas and want to make a difference in your firm, “thought leadership” will help you get the buy-in and support you need.

Shelley Dunstone
Shelley Dunstone, Legal Circles
Leadership
Article
2021 HR Salary Survey

23 March 2021

Market Insights from our NZ Salary Survey Partner: Fluid Legal Recruitment

The big question in the next period will be surrounding the effect of relaxing border restrictions as vaccines are rolled out and the global Covid-19 situation improves. Will this lead to a brain drain of top legal talent, as top talent heads back overseas?

Eden Brown Fluid Legal Recruitment
Eden Brown, Fluid Legal Recruitment
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