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The legal operations role continues to evolve, and how it is
implemented varies from company to company, but as general
counsel (GC) leverage this function more extensively over time,
one thing is becoming clear: the legal operations role is a critical
part of a properly functioning legal department. General counsel
depend on this role to get the time they need to address critical
legal issues while simultaneously driving their visions and day-
to-day missions. Reporting directly to the GC, legal operations
executives are a core part of their respective departments.
LEGAL OPERATIONS: RELATIVELY NEW AND ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL
Legal Operations
Relatively New and
Absolutely Essential
The field of legal operations is dynamic and fast-
growing, and it focuses on optimizing the delivery
of legal services, which means running law firms and
corporate legal departments like a business.
