Business Strategy for Partners in Law Firms

New Program

In today's business landscape, corporations look to their law firms to be more than providers of standard legal services—they expect them to be trusted advisers and knowledgeable business partners. To meet these increased expectations, law firms need to be able to provide thoughtful guidance that accommodates not only the law but also the strategic direction of client companies.

This new HBS Executive Education leadership development program provides the business knowledge required to understand how clients formulate and execute strategy, and how law firms can add value in this process. The program offers the insights that mark the difference between a tactical provider of legal advice and a strategic business partner.

What You Can Expect
This intense three-day program prepares you to be a competent participant in strategic discussions and decisions at client companies. You will learn how companies develop business strategy, how a chosen strategic direction creates value, and what client companies can do to capture a part of the value that they create.

Your Course of Study
The program provides a thorough introduction to strategic decision making and highlights recent developments and trends. The broad view that the program offers will enable you to better serve your clients and help them think through strategic decisions that touch upon business and the law.

Who Is Right for the Program
This program is best suited for law firm partners who want to enhance their knowledge of strategic decision making.

Dates and Fees
January 13–16, 2010
Fee:$7,750

The program fee covers tuition, books, case materials, accommodations, and most meals.

Programs, dates, fees, and faculty are subject to change.

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