Many changes in the economy are recognized as having a great impact on legal industry trends and what the future holds for the esteemed profession. Many barristers are worried about the amount of money they can continue getting from their work.
Social forums are now popular as lawyers look for clients. The reliance on the traditional advertising modes have given room to social forums such as twitter, face book, linked in and YouTube, A barrister who does not actively participate in social networking is unlikely to be recognized.
A paradigm shift has been necessary so as to continue prospering in the practice. For example, many companies are now outsourcing their work to overseas firms. Luckily, the internet accords this opportunity. It helps to minimize on costs.
Students in law schools generally express the opinion that they are not well prepared for business. The question that arises therefore is whether business skills should be part of legal training. Many lawyers are however registering for business studies in order to run their firms well.
Layoffs are also possible if poor economic projections persist. Many companies will have to cut down on the staffs they think do not give essential services. The other scenario likely to be witnessed is outsourcing of work to overseas firms that possibly will lead to profits being realized.
Alternative billing methods such as per hour billing rather than fixed rates per project will be adapted. While it is true that clients feel lawyers concentrate more on fees, this has to happen if barristers are to continue having profits. Partnerships with citizens in provision of justice are being done by forming citizens groups that work with law firms. They are measures meant to avoid lay offs
Social forums are now popular as lawyers look for clients. The reliance on the traditional advertising modes have given room to social forums such as twitter, face book, linked in and YouTube, A barrister who does not actively participate in social networking is unlikely to be recognized.
A paradigm shift has been necessary so as to continue prospering in the practice. For example, many companies are now outsourcing their work to overseas firms. Luckily, the internet accords this opportunity. It helps to minimize on costs.
Students in law schools generally express the opinion that they are not well prepared for business. The question that arises therefore is whether business skills should be part of legal training. Many lawyers are however registering for business studies in order to run their firms well.
Layoffs are also possible if poor economic projections persist. Many companies will have to cut down on the staffs they think do not give essential services. The other scenario likely to be witnessed is outsourcing of work to overseas firms that possibly will lead to profits being realized.
Alternative billing methods such as per hour billing rather than fixed rates per project will be adapted. While it is true that clients feel lawyers concentrate more on fees, this has to happen if barristers are to continue having profits. Partnerships with citizens in provision of justice are being done by forming citizens groups that work with law firms. They are measures meant to avoid lay offs
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