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Episode 24

Building, leading, and scaling legal teams | Bonus episode

Episode summary

Introduction: 00:00

  • In this episode, we’ll delve into the intricacies of effective team dynamics within the legal sphere, providing insights into how to build, lead, and scale legal teams.

David Lancelot on transforming processes for strategic leadership: 01:46

  • Understanding how lawyers can become strategic business partners by embracing modern and efficient approaches.
  • Finding ways to transform legal operations and improve lawyers' well-being.

Gary Spiegel on strategically building a 20+ member team for organizational success: 08:07

  • Making hiring decisions involves balancing agility with specialized skills.
  • Establishing a culture of learning, growth, and closeness.

Brian Chase on fostering team growth and navigating budget constraints: 13:28

  • Allocating resources for team gaps amid budget constraints. 
  • Hiring, training team members from scratch, and driving organizational growth.

Akshay Verma on maintaining mental wellness for professional excellence: 19:09

  • A shift towards diverse priorities beyond compensation and financial success.
  • Changing priorities reflect a desire for more autonomy in work and personal life.

Adam Glick on strategic hiring for expertise and problem-solving skills: 21:20

  • Customizing hires to meet specific demands, such as transactional, product, and regulatory expertise.
  • Efficient decision-making for uninterrupted business growth.

Celaena Powder on unlocking success through strategic approaches for legal teams: 29:06

  • Constructing a comprehensive Legal brand that goes beyond individual leadership.
  • Embracing openness, learning, cultivating growth, and supporting team thriving.

Lydia Cheuk on demonstrating trust in employees and retaining great legal talent: 32:14

  • Provide ample growth opportunities and encourage continuous professional development for your legal team.
  • Unlocking potential through strategic empowerment for your legal team.

Seth Weissman on transforming a 4-member legal team into a thriving division of 50: 34:43

  • Exploring the art of building strong bonds through trust and vulnerability in working relationships.
  • Explore team dynamics, strategizing harmony, avoiding turf wars and miscommunication.
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Host
Tyler Finn
Head of Community & Growth, SpotDraft
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