Building the Law Firm of the Future

27 Nov 2025

Session information

Can smaller, independent firms continue to service and thrive in today’s challenging market?

Thursday 27 November (1415 - 1515)

Description

The panel will look at the challenges and opportunities facing smaller, independent law firms in today's market, as well as the importance of international networks, referral business and the need to constantly improve legal service delivery.

Session / Workshop Chair(s)

Rodrigo Ferreira Figueiredo Mattos Filho, São Paulo, Brazil; Vice Chair, Talent and Leadership Subcommittee

Speakers

Gary Dean Assim Shoosmiths, London, England; LFMC Materials Co-Officer, Law Firm Management Committee
Christine Blaise-Engel Fidal, Paris, France; Member, European Regional Forum Advisory Board
Martin Hirst Foot Anstey, Plymouth, England
Ines Sequeira Mendes Abreu Advogados, Lisbon, Portugal; Membership Officer, Law Firm Management Committee