PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
“[This book] by … two deeply experienced executive coaches and experts on leadership development, stands alone among business and legal texts in using plain English to help law firm partners and associates, and in-house counsel at all levels, become better leaders through understanding the critical importance of
Knowledge Management & Innovation A Manual for Law Firms and Other Legal Services Organizations Patrick Dundas (Proskauer Rose LLP)
emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and effective communication skills.” — Ben Anderson, Esq ., Anderson PLC & former General Counsel for Private Fund Management Firms Beyond the Courtroom Proven Strategies from the Legal Field for Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, and Well-Being in the Modern Workplace Natalie Loeb (Loeb Leadership) and David B. Sarnoff (Sarnoff Group LLC)
This comprehensive manual offers knowledge management and innovation (KM&I) professionals in the legal industry a deep dive into the best practices to implement KM&I procedures. The collective insights of over 40 industry leaders, including experienced Practising Law Institute contributors, are shared in a practical and digestible manner. The book provides hands-on perspectives on various aspects such as knowledge assessments, team structures, use of artificial intelligence, and legal project management. There is also a detailed look at compliance concerns, contract drafting, marketing strategies, and response tactics for clients’ needs. With sample forms and checklists, it serves as an invaluable tool for structuring KM&I programs. As KM&I procedures constantly evolve, PLI’s Upkeep Service ensures you stay ahead of these changes, helping you navigate the dynamic landscape of legal KM&I.
Beyond the Courtroom is a practical, evidence-based leadership guide that translates the pressures, dynamics, and lessons of legal practice into universal strategies for stronger communication, management, emotional intelligence, and well-being. Drawing from the authors’ popular “Coach’s Counsel” column in the PLI Chronicle , the book uses storytelling, concise frameworks, and actionable tools to build confidence in human-centered leadership skills. Each chapter includes Key Takeaways, Action Items, and implementation-ready exercises, scripts, and facilitation guides. Through real-life scenarios, case studies, and research-based frameworks, the book helps professionals navigate conflict, give effective feedback, manage energy, reduce stress, and lead with clarity in high- pressure environments. 1 softbound volume or digital, 436 pages, $55, Item #447833, ISBN 978-1-4024-4998-7, Published as needed
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1 softbound volume or digital, 966 pages, $265, Item # 423117, ISBN 978-1-4024-4819-5, Updated as needed
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“Deborah Farone is the leading expert in law firm marketing. Not only has she studied this complex topic from the peak of the legal profession, her research into what works and what doesn’t is priceless for anyone interested in growing their business.” — Heidi K. Gardner, PhD , Distinguished Fellow at Harvard Law School’s Center on the Legal Profession
“Deborah Farone has hit it out of the park with this book. Bringing to bear her extensive knowledge of the legal and law firm landscape, Deborah has penned a brilliant and, at last, an insightful practical guide for women in the profession. It is full of candor and great tips, written with a liveliness that keeps you eagerly turning more pages. It is a must read for anyone serious about building a successful legal career.” — Mary Jo White , previous Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York; Senior Chair, Debevoise & Plimpton
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Breaking Ground How Successful Women Lawyers Build Thriving Practices Deborah B. Farone (Farone Advisors LLC)
Best Practices in Law Firm Business Development and Marketing Deborah B. Farone (Farone Advisors LLC)
Breaking Ground: How Successful Women Lawyers Build Thriving Practices is based on more than 60 in-depth interviews with leading women rainmaking lawyers, law firm chairs, business development experts, and academics from across the United States, Europe, Africa and Asia. The book explores how women at the top of their profession cultivate client relationships, develop new business, and build sustainable practices — while navigating the particular challenges of the legal world. Through personal stories, candid advice, and actionable strategies, the book offers a roadmap for lawyers at every stage of their careers who want to grow their practices and build trusted relationships with clients.
This book compiles actionable advice and real-world perspectives from leading business development and marketing professionals for practitioners, legal marketers, consultants, and educators. Its author oversaw the marketing functions of two Am Law 100 firms before launching an agency that guides law firms and individual lawyers through business-building initiatives. Readers will find interviews and insights from successful leaders from large and small law firms, along with CMOs and legal innovation visionaries.
1 softbound volume or digital, 208 pages, $49, Item #260777, ISBN 978-1-4024-3270-5 1 hardcover volume, 208 pages, $59, Item #241493, ISBN 978-1-4024-3116-6
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1 softbound volume or digital, 226 pages, $49, Item #440257, ISBN 978-1-4024-4951-2 1 hardcover volume, 226 pages, $59, Item #423004, ISBN 978-1-4024-4832-4
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Watch short Q&As with the author to learn how featured professionals build their business development skills as rainmakers.
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