Knowledge

Eight Ways to Create a Great Relationship with Outside Counsel

1. Don't pursue a "strategic partnership" if you don't need one.

2. Make sure you are their top darling.

3. Plan meta-meetings.

4. Tell outside counsel what you want.

5. Don't bombard them with RFPs.

6. Keep them busy.

7. Assess the relationship together.

8. Move beyond billable hours.

Click here to see the full story published in the January issue of Top Legal International.

Antoine Henry de Frahan | 14 January 2010 |