Amid fierce competition for business, the transactional “trusted adviser” paradigm from which most firms operate is no longer sufficient — they should instead aim to become trusted partners with their most valuable clients, says Stuart Maister at Strategic Narrative. This shift recognizes that clients increasingly seek deeper, more collaborative relationships with their legal partners, aiming for a dynamic that goes beyond traditional, transactional engagements. For further insights on this evolving trend, read the original article by Stuart Maister on Law360.