Saturday, March 31, 2012

Adapting To Legal Industry Trends and What the Future Holds

By Ed Hulse


Many changes in the economy are recognized as having a great impact on legal industry trends and what the future holds for the esteemed profession. Many barristers are worried about the amount of money they can continue getting from their work.

One very important aspect is the effect recession has on the profession. Many attorneys have been badly affected by the economic downturns. While there is the desire to make financial break through during difficult times, it has been realized that this is perhaps a bit impossible given that the public is hard pressed.

Views form clients have also been quite intriguing. The general feeling is that barristers concentrate more on fees than quality services. The truth in such opinions is still a mater for debate. The other finding that is of considerable significance is that the syllabus in most institutions is ill equipped for the market.

Students in law schools generally express the opinion that they are not well prepared for business. The question that arises therefore is whether business skills should be part of legal training. Many lawyers are however registering for business studies in order to run their firms well.

Layoffs are also possible if poor economic projections persist. Many companies will have to cut down on the staffs they think do not give essential services. The other scenario likely to be witnessed is outsourcing of work to overseas firms that possibly will lead to profits being realized.

Many lawyers have to consider whether they are going to retain the services of senior attorneys who usually get bonuses for offering experts guidance. If the recovery does not come soon, charges will become higher and accessing legal counsel will be more difficult. The quality of consultation may be affected. Many will dessert the sector and the public will be the losers.




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