Law Partnership

How do you decide who is the Client Relationship Partner (CRP)?

Defaulting to the partner with the largest billings as Client Relationship Partner (CRP) rarely serves the firm long-term. Institutionalizing client relationships requires balancing partner self-interest with collective growth - a strategic exercise that demands honest conversations and structured alignment over internal politics.

Kirkland & Ellis: Partner By Any Other Name?

Does achieving the "partner" title automatically transform your business development and career trajectory? Recent lateral movements across top firms highlight that a title alone isn't a silver bullet - substance, practice viability, and platform alignment matter far more than form.