Because acquiring new talent and expertise can be a critical component of any firm’s expansion strategy, many law firms have built robust lateral hiring programs to recruit experienced talent for highly specialized roles. Typically, this practice is part of a broader strategic plan to increase reach into certain market segments, including new industries, geographies, areas of expertise, and legal specializations.

Sector Expansion Project
An expansion plan for a strategic sector invites team leaders to develop a vision of how to grow and build out the firm’s footprint in a specific sector or industry.