Matter management has become increasingly important for law firms and the clients that they serve. For clients, effective matter management can result in lower fees, more accurate estimates of costs, and better results, as their lawyers take a more active role in the processes for delivering legal services. For law firms, on top of the benefits to clients, effective matter management can provide for easier billing, fewer write-downs, and more satisfied clients.
In recent years, our firm has made significant investments in new tools, services, and education programs to equip our lawyers to confidently manage client matters with the efficiency, predictability and transparency our clients expect. Collectively known as “Matter Management,” these tools, services, and a more disciplined approach to our practice play a critical part in meeting our economic goals, managing client engagement risk, and sustaining and deepening strong relationships with our clients. In this article, we discuss our approach to matter management for patent prosecution and for post-grant proceedings.
