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F irms struggle with delivering effective legal project management and portfolio management services. In this white paper we discuss and expand upon the topics of PMO Best Practices, characteristics of the right legal project manager candidate, and how to build an effective legal portfolio management service. Whether you have an existing PMO group or are looking to start a new PMO initiative, The PMO Best Practices white paper will highlight several best practice options for your firm. Finding the right person for the job can be challenging. The Legal Project Management, Characteristics of the Right Candidate will showcase the top characteristics to look for when seeking the ideal Legal Project Manager. Establishing a clear project service initiative for a firm and communicating that vision can be difficult. In the Effective Legal Portfolio Management Services white paper, we cover why a centralized portfolio management service is critical to a practice groups success. ILTA About ILTA Technolo solutions for law organizations and legal departments gets more complex every day. Connecting with your peers to exchange ideas with those who have "been there done that" has never been more valuable. For over three decades, the International Legal Technolo Association (ILTA) has led the way in sharing knowledge and experience for those faced with challenges in their organizations and legal departments. ILTA members include organizations of all sizes and all areas of practice, all sharing a common need to have access to the latest information about products and support services that impact the legal profession. Learn more at iltanet.org. Statement of Purpose ILTA provides the premier environment for peer connections, education and collective intelligence to leverage the strategic advantages of technolo in the legal profession. Disclaimer This report is designed for use as a general guide and is not intended to serve as a recommendation or to replace the advice of experienced professionals. If expert assistance is desired, the services of a competent professional should be sought. Neither ILTA nor any author or contributor shall have liability for any person's reliance on the content of or any errors or omissions in this publication. Copyright Notice Copyright © ILTA 2019. All rights reserved. No part of this report may be reproduced in any manner or medium whatsoever without the prior written permission of ILTA. To request permission for use, contact publications@ iltanet.org. Published by ILTA c/o Editor, 159 N. Sangamon Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60607. Introduction April Heimerl Senior Business Solutions Architect Fish & Richardson P.C. 2019 Project Management Survey Results 05 Effective Legal Portfolio Management Services 19 The Legal Project Management, Characteristics of the Right Candidate 21 Project Management in 2019 23 PMO Best Practices 25

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