Only Mutual Respect Can Build Harmony When Working with External Counsel

The relationship scenario between in-house counsel and lawyers from law firms has changed a great deal over the last decade with respect to transparency. With access to better software, computer systems and data collection methods, in-house counsel are able to measure up billed hours against results received. Alternative fee structures in generic work is gaining popularity and the private law firm is increasingly being viewed as a cost center with structured business efforts dedicated to measuring their worth. Read more at LawCrossing …