How to manage staff in a changing legal landscape

Table of contents

• What are the biggest challenges in managing staff in law firms?
• Are there particular issues to address in recruitment that firms should bear in mind?
• How much pressure do laws and expectations concerning diversity and flexible working place on firms?
• What factors have you found to be the most important in motivating staff and keeping them satisfied?
• What effect has the economic downturn had on staff management?
• Do you have any predictions for developments in the management of staff in law firms?

Article summary

Employment analysis: How can law firms effectively manage staff and ensure efficiency and retention? Darren Hayward, managing partner at Nockolds of Bishop’s Stortford and London, looks at the key issues faced by law firms in providing the right conditions and environment for their employees.