The very public division within the Democratic Party following the presidential debate in June serves as a stark reminder of the crucial role of succession planning. Regardless of the outcome, the optics of this division have undeniably created a challenge for the Democratic Party, underscoring the importance of effective succession planning.

While this is on a national scale and impacts every American, it does highlight the issue of executing a succession during a time of crisis—something that any law firm can face. Leadership and communications teams must be prepared for this issue, as it can happen at any time and without warning.