This course may be available as an in house programme, but is not currently available as a 'public' course.

Ever since Sir David Clementi published his report on the Future of Legal Services, there has been a great deal of speculation about the impact of Alternative Business Structures (ABSs) on traditional law firm structures and models. This course will tell you all you need to know about ABSs, ranging from the thinking behind them to some early examples of how they are being used.

Delegates will also learn some key tools and techniques to ensure their firms’ strategies and business plans will enable them to thrive in the new legal services landscape Who should attend The programme is particularly suitable for more senior lawyers and members of law firm management teams, but anyone with an interest in the subject would benefit from the session.

Key benefits
By the end of the course, delegates will:
• Understand the rationale behind ABSs
• Understand the impact of ABSs on their firms’ strategies
• Understand the effect of their own structures on the delivery and cost of legal services
• Be able to develop and implement revised structures to increase efficiency and reduce cost

Programme includes
• The rationale for ABSs and Legal Disciplinary Practices
• The different ABS models
• The likely impact on traditional law firm structures and business models
• Licensing requirements