Hank Grezlak

October 18, 2019 | Pro Mid Market

There are reasons to think that midsize firms can put themselves in a strong position to get more work from big clients if they can deliver on diversity.

By Hank Grezlak

7 minute read

October 04, 2019 | Pro Mid Market

If mid-market firms can't compete with AmLaw 100 firms on salaries, what can they do to attract and retain good young talent? Bigger bonuses and more opportunities for advancement may be among several effective ways of dealing with the issue.

By Hank Grezlak

7 minute read

September 19, 2019 | Pro Mid Market

The number of large law firm merges is down from 2018. But there's still a lot of activity, and it involves mostly midsize law firms. Does that mean mid-market firms have only two choices: get bigger or get gobbled up?

By Hank Grezlak

7 minute read

September 13, 2019 | Pro Mid Market

I've been struck by how many lawyers — from midsize and large firms — have all cited the constant communication, and the oppressive intrusion of technology that causes it, as a major pain point and stress.

By Hank Grezlak

6 minute read

August 22, 2019 | Pro Mid Market

If firms are going to do more alternative fee arrangements, they need good data—and ideally, in-house analysts to examine it, consultants and firm leaders said.

By Hank Grezlak

8 minute read

August 15, 2019 | Pro Mid Market

The billable hour can give mid-market firms an advantage when competing against Big Law because of the lower hourly rates, but not so when up against their peers. Moving away from it can be profitable for certain matters. But there are risks too.

By Hank Grezlak

7 minute read

July 26, 2019 | Pro Mid Market

Do virtual law firms have an edge when it comes to improving the number of women partners? Or is it really a matter of mindset and opening up the pool of candidates?

By Hank Grezlak

9 minute read

July 17, 2019 | Pro Mid Market

Lawyers are ever more vigilant about their digital footprints. Don't be surprised to see more litigation related to that when they leave firms.

By Hank Grezlak

5 minute read

July 12, 2019 | Pro Mid Market

The intersection between government, businesses and regulatory work would seem fertile ground for many mid-market firms.

By Hank Grezlak

7 minute read

June 26, 2019 | Pro Mid Market

One of the things laterals have cited when going to spinoff firms is the "innovative" approach the firms have taken to things like rates, client service and use of technology.

By Hank Grezlak

6 minute read