Legal Operations

/ˈliːɡəl ˌɒpəˈreɪʃənz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The set of business activities and practices designed to optimize and support the delivery of legal services within an organization.
    Legal operations includes managing budgets, technology, and vendor relationships in a law department.

Forms

  • legal operations
  • legal operation

Commentary

Legal operations is a relatively recent practice area focused on improving efficiency and effectiveness in legal service delivery.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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