Are you using thought leadership as "after hours" client advocacy?
Litigation Communications Strategies for High-Stakes Cases: On Record PR
Consider angles when mapping out your thought leadership strategy, not just topics
Early Returns Podcast - Oliver Roberts: AI and the Law, and an Education
Here are 4 under-the-radar sources of thought leadership inspiration at conferences
What Law Firm Clients Really Want: Relationships, Reputation, and Responsiveness - On Record PR
The lesson 2,886 newspapers can teach law firms about thought leadership
Redefining Value: What Today’s Legal Buyers Want - On Record PR
There Is No Right Path
You're going to want your thought leadership to pack this 1-2-3 punch if you want it to be read
When DE&I Are Under Attack: On Record PR
When Law Firms Become Political Targets: On Record PR
This is what makes timely thought leadership so magical
Hsu Untied interview with Sid Fohrman, Partner at Paul Hastings
This is the smartest $250 you’ll ever invest in your marketing
Terra Davis of Knobbe Martens on Fostering Psychological Safety, Inclusion and Belonging - CMO Series REPRESENTS Podcast
The Weight of Your Word: The High Stakes of Public Statements - On Record PR
Joe Palermo and Greg Fleischmann on The Evolving Role of Marketing: What CMOs Need to Know in 2025 - Passle's CMO Series Podcast EP168
All Modesty Aside for Just a Moment
Kim Lansdown of Fladgate on How Legal Marketers Can Use Advertising to Build Stronger Brands - Passle's CMO Series EP167
The legal profession is stuck in the past. Most law firms still operate like they did fifty years ago. Senior lawyers assign tasks. Junior lawyers do the tasks. This is the old way....more
It’s tempting for attorneys to think they need not cover, through thought leadership, legal, business, or geopolitical developments other attorneys are covering. But if they don’t, they’re missing out on eight key benefits to...more
Already, legal professionals across the industry are beginning to use generative AI. But now, it's time to take the next step to think about GenAI strategically: What does its introduction mean for my own career and the...more
Being a good communicator is central to being a good lawyer. Last month, I sat in on a fireside chat between President Obama and the president of my alma mater, Hamilton College. As someone widely regarded as one of the most...more
Own Your Practice, Own Your Success - Ready to launch your own law firm? Join our free, three-session course, break free and build the law firm you’ve always wanted. The Way to Your Own Law Firm - You became a...more
In May of 2023, I (Mike) tried to raise awareness of the challenges of navigating generational changes by focusing on the impact on partner compensation… The post Navigating Generational Friction in Law Firms appeared first...more
Heather E. McGowan, a globally recognized future-of-work strategist and best-selling author, delivered a keynote that brought equal parts clarity, urgency, and inspiration to attendees of the Legal Marketing...more
Gina Rubel and Jennifer Carr reflect on key insights from Legalweek 2025, focusing on how law firms must adapt to meet the expectations of today’s legal buyers. From the rise of millennial buyers prioritizing trust and...more
I appreciate the lengths some attorneys are wiling to go to inject creativity into their thought leadership to make it more enjoyable for their audiences to consume. Referencing pop culture or using trendy slang words is a...more
Own Your Practice, Own Your Success - Ready to launch your own law firm? Join our free, three-session course, break free and build the law firm you’ve always wanted. The Way to Your Own Law Firm - You became a lawyer to...more
When I was asked to write about my legacy, my first reaction was, am I old enough for that? But then I thought about the hip replacement I had last year. I've been going through old files and boxes lately, finding things...more
What does it mean to leave a legacy? For some, it’s about mentorship and creating opportunities for those who follow. For others, it’s about building relationships, shaping a culture of inclusion, or making a lasting impact...more
Every outstanding attorney I work with (and believe me, they are all outstanding attorneys) is challenged by one basic thing: their mindset. That’s the value of a coach; I don’t get bogged down in the story my clients tell...more
Attracting and retaining talent is the No. 1 issue for practice group leaders, according to a Withum survey of law firm leaders. And sadly, in the same survey, just 36 percent of respondents described their practice group...more
Beginning in 2014, many of you probably read my blog regarding having a checkup for you and, if you have one, your business. This does not involve the doctor, but it does involve all the other professionals in your personal...more
Each year, we conduct an industry-wide survey to better understand where our clients and partners stand on issues important to the legal industry and litigation support. This summary breaks down some of the most important...more
Thought leadership content focused on your predictions for the New Year can be highly effective at positioning you favorably in the eyes of your target audience — if you avoid making these four mistakes when you create it. ...more
Maintaining optimism isn’t just about wearing rose-colored glasses. It’s about you recognizing opportunities where others see obstacles. This mindset allows you to think strategically, thereby inspiring your team and...more
True greatness is based on our ability to unleash the potential of those around us. To do this you have to shift your focus from personal accomplishments to enabling others’ success. If you do so, your actions will have an...more
Delegation isn’t just a skill; it’s an art—and let’s face it, one of the hardest to master. As a lawyer and leader, it’s easy to convince yourself that you’re the only one who can do things the “right way.” But the reality...more
An interview with Andrew Skale, Partner at Mintz Levin by Richard Hsu...more
An interview with Jake Bernstein, Partner at K&L Gates by Richard Hsu...more
The landscape of networking has shifted significantly in recent years, driven in large part by the pandemic. This period has accelerated changes that were already underway, such as the rise of virtual meetings, remote work,...more
There’s a more effective—and versatile—tool for showcasing your law firm’s successful representations than case studies. Want to effectively show off your law firm’s recent client successes? Stop writing cringe...more