I had the privilege of moderating a full day of panel discussions on legal operations at Legaltech West for Mitratech. The eight participating panelists shared insights and best practices while offering a virtual roadmap that many law departments can use to thrive. From metrics to management and technology to talent, the influence of legal operations is transforming the way in-house teams operate.
Best Practices for Creating a Successful Legal Operations Team
In a resource-constrained environment where corporate legal teams are searching for better ways to streamline their activities and cut costs, operational efficiency has become the answer for many. Given the variables associated with creating a successful operations team, however, it is essential to understand how to structure and staff it to maximize the benefit, highlighted panelists Elizabeth Jaworski, the director of legal operations for Motorola Mobility, Lisa Konie, the director of legal operations for Adobe Systems, and Joe Surprenant, the director of legal operations for SunPower Corporation.
