A strategic vision

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A strategic vision

The expertise and insight we’ve gained in over two decades working in the legal profession enables us to help our clients in areas beyond recruitment. Increasingly we’re invited to advise firms on everything from clarifying their strategic vision to talent management, partnership succession and exit strategies. Read more

As the legal profession continues to experience change we‘ve seen a rise in law firm mergers. There are many reasons for this: it might be because partners are considering their exit strategy, it might be to give the practice more stability, or it might be a desire to expand the focus of their work or geographic reach.

Bygott Biggs’ breadth of experience, clarity of understanding and commercial nous means we can advise our clients in all these situations. We’ve developed a strong reputation within the legal profession for our discretion and confidentiality, helping firms thrive in changing times.

Our consultancy services include assistance with the following:

  • Business strategy
    • Talent management
    • Succession planning
    • Exit strategies
  • Mergers and acquisitions

Business strategy

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Business strategy

We understand law firms, the issues they face and the market in which they operate. Increasingly, our work involves more than just recruitment services and includes helping shape our clients’ business strategy. This can involve... Read more

Succession planning and exit strategies

Many firms face succession planning issues, perhaps as a result of scaling down their businesses during the economic downturn or simply through changing demographics. At the same time, many lawyers no longer see partnership as a glittering prize it once was. That’s because for the first time in living memory we’ve seen law firms fail, and in this situation lawyers have naturally become wary of taking on the risk and liability that comes with partnership. Others may be seeking a work/life balance that’s incompatible with the responsibility of partnership. In all these situations we can help firms thrive by developing effective partner recruitment strategies or planning mergers or acquisitions as a way forward. 

Talent Management

Increasingly firms have to fight in order to attract and retain the best talent. We talk to candidates every day, which gives us an excellent insight into their career aspirations and what motivates them to move. This knowledge help us advise firms on their recruitment and retention strategies.

Mergers and acquisitions

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Mergers and acquisitions

As the legal profession continues to change we‘ve seen a rise in law firm mergers. However, finding the right merger partner – one that compliments your business in terms of geography, expertise and culture – isn’t easy. That’s where Bygott Biggs can help. Read more

Our in-depth market knowledge and strong network of contacts at management level means we’re well placed to advise firms on the options available. We work with firms of all sizes, whether they’re looking to merge, acquire or be acquired. We can help create a profile of the right law firm partner, identify suitable options in the market and make confidential approaches. We can facilitate discussions and confidential exchanges of information, and keep the process on track from first to last.

Sometimes, having discussed the options a firm may decide that merger isn’t the way forward. In this situation, we can help ensure they have effective recruitment and retention strategies in place to grow their businesses organically.

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The team at Bygott Biggs have developed a knowledge of the marketplace that is a league above other recruiters.

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