The Political Dilemmas Facing Law Firm Leaders
As several law firms close offices, the Global Lawyer examines how leaders are navigating intense pressure to perform amid challenging conditions, mirroring the quandaries faced by political leaders.
July 08, 2024 at 06:00 AM
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The original version of this story was published on Law.com International
Imagine the people have voted, and you have just been sworn in as the leader of a large and complex nation. This is your moment to make history by fulfilling your promises and guiding your people to prosperity.
However, ahead lie difficult political choices: pushing through reforms while maintaining the support of senior colleagues, cutting costs without compromising service quality, and investing for future growth while preserving current wealth levels.
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