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ACC Legal Operations Records Management Program Maturity Model

By Contoural Inc.

The ACC Records Management Program Maturity model provides a detailed maturity model for all aspects of an organization’s records program.

It seeks to gauge program effectiveness across a variety of program elements, taking a “big picture” view to increase program value.

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Legal Operations Infrastructure: Foundational Elements that Drive Resource Optimization

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Shiny new technologies and process improvements don’t guarantee success in achieving operational objectives. It’s the people — the individuals within the legal department and throughout the organization — who truly make the difference. Learn how to lead a people-centric legal operations function with insights from Ford Motor Company’s Whitney Stefko and New Era ADR’s Rich Lee.
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Bridging the Gap: How Legal Operations Can Drive Technology Adoption in Legal Departments

By Stephanie Corey, CEO/Founder, UpLevel Ops

In a world where technology is rapidly transforming every industry, legal departments face mounting pressure to keep pace. However, the journey toward integrating new technologies is fraught with challenges that can hinder progress. Legal operations professionals play a crucial role in overcoming these obstacles, guiding legal departments through the complexities of technology selection and implementation to ensure they achieve the best possible outcomes. Read here for more.

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The Limitations of AI in Legal Operations: Why Technology Alone Won't Solve All Legal Challenges

By Mark Eldridge, Director of Legal Operations, Guardant Health

In an era dominated by technological advancements, the legal industry has not been immune to the allure of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. Proponents of AI in legal operations often herald its potential to revolutionize the profession, promising increased efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness. While AI undoubtedly offers numerous benefits, it is essential to recognize its limitations and acknowledge that technology alone will not solve all the complex issues inherent in legal operations. Read this article to learn more.

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The Real ROI of Legal Ops: Lessons from Toro’s Maturity Model Journey

By Elena Cool, Legal Operations Manager, The Toro Company

As legal departments face growing demands for efficiency, transparency, and strategic alignment, the concept of “running legal like a business” has become essential.

This article discusses how this this mindset has guided The Toro Company legal department into a more effective, data-driven, and strategically integrated operation.

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Speaking GC: The Art (and Necessity) of Managing Up

By Roger Gajadhar Rutkowski, Head of Legal Operations, Mercedes-Benz USA

In today’s in-house legal departments, legal operations professionals are often the catalysts for change: driving efficiencies, implementing technology, and pushing innovation forward.

This article explores strategies, mindsets, and practical tactics to ensure your ideas are heard, your initiatives are supported, and your team’s value is recognized.

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The Art of Persuasion: 3 Strategies for Action-Oriented Communication

By Tanya Svoboda, Fractional Head of Content

There are times when you can be right and times when you can get what we want, but achieving both isn’t always a given. The reality is that legal operations professionals can communicate clearly and correctly to their GC, stakeholders, and team members but still not yield the results they aim for. Read this article that shares three persuasive writing tips to inspire action!