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Beyond Billables: Lessons from Top Law Firm Partners

Stephen Rodney
Artificial Intelligence
Leadership
Law Firm Leadership
Private Equity
Latham & Watkins
DLA Piper
Lateral Integration
Linklaters
Partner Integration
Gunnercooke
Lateral Hiring
Shoosmiths
CMS Cameron Mckenna-Nabarro Olswang Wong?
AI In the Legal Industry
Private Equity Investment In UK Law Firms
Herbert Smith
Law Firm Partners
Visa
Legal Recruitment
Paris

The legal sector thrives on talent, but how do you ensure partner success, both generally and in relation to how new hires integrate and succeed? Hosted by Stephen Rodney, founder of IntoGreat Coaching, which provides tailor made integration programmes for laterals and, previously a veteran of partner legal recruitment. Beyond Billables is the essential podcast for law firm leaders and in house GC... more

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In this episode of Beyond Billables: Lessons from Top Law Firm Partners, host Stephen Rodney, Founder of IntoGreat Coaching, speaks with David Beech, CEO of Knights, about building and scaling a listed law firm, challenging the traditional partnershi... more

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In this episode of Beyond Billables: Lessons from Top Law Firm Partners, host Stephen Rodney sits down with Travis Lenkner, Chief Operating Officer at Burford Capital, to discuss the changing economics of law firms, the growing role of external inves... more

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In this episode of Beyond Billables: Lessons from Top Law Firm Partners, host Stephen Rodney sits down with Will Normand, Head of Asset Management and Funds Partner at Travers Smith, to discuss what makes a successful law firm partner, how legal lead... more

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Adil Taha
Private equity and legal-sector strategy specialist
Taha Capital
Episode: Why Law Firms Need Capital and What Private Equity Changes with Adil Taha
Travis Lenkner
Chief Operating Officer of Burford Capital, lawyer and litigation finance entrepreneur
Burford Capital
Episode: Why Your Law Firm's Yearly Partner Payouts Can Hold Back Hiring and Future Growth
Will Normand
Head of Asset Management and funds partner at Travers Smith
Travers Smith
Episode: Why Winning a Lateral Partner Bidding War Can Be the Wrong Move for Your Law Firm
Kath Roberts
Chair of Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP and co-chair of the firm's Global Board
Eversheds Sutherland
Episode: How Leading a Global Law Firm in an Era of AI Talent and Constant Change with Kath Roberts
Reena SenGupta
Leads RSGI, global think tank on strategy, innovation and sustainable future for the legal industry
RSGI
Episode: What the Best Law Firms Are Doing Differently in the Age of AI | Reena SenGupta
Helen Drayton
CEO of Penningtons Manches Cooper
Penningtons Manches Cooper
Episode: What makes a successful law firm partner and leader with Helen Drayton
Ian Rosenblatt
Founder and senior partner at Rosenblatt; podcaster; former student of high-profile UK law firms
Rosenblatt
Episode: Law Firm Success for Lawyers to Become a Partner through Communication Skills with Ian Rosenblatt
Adrian Bell
Managing Partner at CMS UK
CMS
Episode: Leading a Global Law Firm Through AI Growth and Consolidation with Adrian Bell
Roger Bull
Managing Partner, Burges Salmon LLP
Burges Salmon LLP
Episode: AI in Law for Legal Pros to Stay Relevant by Client Relationships and Business Thinking - Roger Bull

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Stephen Rodney
Host of Beyond Billables and founder of IntoGreat Coaching, with background in partner recruitment and leadership coaching for law firms.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Very engaging- even for non-lawyers!

    I came across this podcast as I have a son who is studying Law. Interesting and engaging, certainly for a generalist like me. Probably even more interesting for people directly involved in the Law. The host, Stephen Rodney, injects character and humour whilst really letting the guests speak and express themselves.

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Engaging host who lets guests speak and share real insights.
Great guest variety and practical leadership takeaways.
Quality discussions, though largely focused on US- and UK-based large firms.
Strong value for law firm leaders and aspiring partners.

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Why Law Firms Need Capital and What Private Equity Changes with Adil Taha
Q: What is it for? Is it for recruitment? Is it for AI? We'll come on to AI. What's it for? Because a PE house is not going to give money for a whole lot of senior partners to retire, are they? So the why is pretty crucial, isn't it? Why do they need that money?
Taha says firms commonly want capital to support recruitment and mergers and acquisitions, as well as investment in technology. External funding can also help cover working capital when firms bring in teams before their work and client relationships fully transfer.
Why Law Firms Need Capital and What Private Equity Changes with Adil Taha
Q: Do you think it's just because of the nature of lawyers? Is there something else intrinsically odd about the legal profession?
Taha says partnership culture is poorly matched to public company demands, including frequent disclosure and share-price exposure to outside events. He sees a mismatch between public-company leadership and the instincts of law firm partners.
Why Your Law Firm's Yearly Partner Payouts Can Hold Back Hiring and Future Growth
Q: What are the reasons why those law firms, having survived this long without outside investment, might be thinking of taking external investment from a Burford? What are they going to do with the money?
Lenkner says firms mainly seek capital to compete for talent and invest in technology. Outside investment can help address partnership structures that prioritize current distributions over longer-term growth, but firms should first identify a clear purpose for the capital.
Why Your Law Firm's Yearly Partner Payouts Can Hold Back Hiring and Future Growth
Q: What do you think makes a successful partner and leader of a law firm?
Lenkner distinguishes legal practice from organizational leadership. He says firm leaders need business judgment, strategy, and a sustained focus on building, supporting and developing their teams.
Why Winning a Lateral Partner Bidding War Can Be the Wrong Move for Your Law Firm
Q: What have you learned from your experience of being involved with the laterals so far?
Normand says firms should avoid assumptions, hold transparent conversations before hiring, allow time to assess mutual fit and make expectations clear. He would rather miss out on a competitive hire than rush into a bidding war without checking whether the person will work well within the team.

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The show concentrates on leadership, governance, and strategic evolution within large law firms, with a strong emphasis on how to develop and retain successful partners. Episodes explore culture, delegation, mentorship, client relationships, and the growing role of technology, AI, and private equity in shaping modern legal services. Foundational themes include integration of laterals, pricing transformations, sustainable firm growth, and the human skills required for trusted-advisor clients in an era of rapid change. Notable angles include cross-border leadership, risk advisory, and the impact of AI on practice models, making it a practical resource for law firm leaders, GCs, and partners aiming to future-proof their firms.

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