The headlines, though not particularly subtle, are at least consistent.
A range of forces are bringing change to all aspects of the legal marketplace. Reasonable people may quibble on the timing and scope of change, but few would disagree that our historical approaches to seeking out or providing legal services and gaining access to justice are heading for a big shake-up.
A clichéd, yet surprisingly ubiquitous and resilient phrase, “please govern yourself accordingly” often appears at the end of a legal demand letter. The intended message, presumably, being that having laid out an incontestable case in favour of the author’s position, only a foolhardy recipient would fail to immediately do what’s necessary to put things right.
It falls to each legal market participant to understand the changes underway and to govern themselves accordingly.
We’re using the name “Thoughts” to describe the PGYA blog because we intend to highlight a mix of leading thinkers writing about the future of law and the changing nature of legal practice and the administration of justice. Highlighted posts include material we’ve found elsewhere and wanted to share as well as content from Colin’s “Lachance on Law” blog, or original content from other contributors.
Have something interesting to say? Get in touch! We are always willing to consider guest posts from others with insights on the future of law.
