If you’re in firefighting mode, it’s probably time for a Legal Operations Health Check! But what does that actually involve, and how can you conduct one?
In this video, Amy Brookbanks from Addleshaw Goddard walks us through the process. She explains the importance of assessing your current maturity level before creating an action plan and demonstrates how to perform a Legal Operations Health Check for your team.
Organising legal advice for greater efficiency
One of the first steps in a Legal Operations Health Check is ensuring that legal advice is easy to access. To avoid wasting time searching through emails and files, file advice in an organised system that everyone can access. Create a clear index for your legal resources to help your team stop reinventing the wheel and reduce repetitive tasks. This simple change boosts efficiency and ensures a more consistent approach to legal work.
Appoint a change champion to drive success
Another critical part a check is appointing a change champion. When your team identifies key initiatives, having someone manage the change process can make all the difference. A change champion will oversee the implementation of new processes and ensure your initiatives succeed. Teams that embrace this strategy report a higher success rate in their projects thanks to consistent management and ownership.
Stop Searching, Start Doing
By performing a legal operations health check, you can eliminate inefficiencies that are costing your legal team valuable time. With better organisation, a clear index, and a change champion leading the way, your team can focus on what really matters—delivering exceptional legal services without the distractions of disorganisation.
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