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People-first succession – how law firms build sustainable leadership
Modern Lawyer
Vol. 9 - Iss. 2 pp. 37–44
Jul 2025
Succession planning consistently ranks among the most urgent concerns for law firm leaders, especially where leadership is tied to ownership. Yet many firms approach it reactively - behind closed doors and under pressure. Forward-looking firms: Invest in people early; Build clear leadership pathways; Treat succession as an ongoing cultural process, not a one-off crisis; Ground transition in mentorship, transparency, and development