At a glance

• Set a purpose, mission, or why: Define an ambitious goal to inspire your team and provide direction.
• Know your facts: Assess the current status of your legal team to understand where you stand.
• Look forward: Approach strategic goals with a blank slate, unhampered by past limitations.
• SWOT up: Evaluate Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats to identify your team’s position.
• Prioritise your focus: Identify high-impact quick wins, followed by long-term strategic projects.

Establishing an effective and impactful strategy for your legal team is crucial for navigating the complexities of today's everchanging legal landscape. This concise guide outlines a clear and structured approach to strategic planning; ensuring your team is well equipped to meet both current and future challenges. It recognises using a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) Analysis as a tool for strategic planning, and the importance of setting a clear purpose or mission in your strategic initiative.