Corporate Legal Departments Seek Efficiency and Value Beyond Discounts in Legal Operations

In the modern legal landscape, corporate legal departments are facing demands to cut costs while delivering results with greater speed, prompting a reevaluation of how they measure value and manage external counsel. Chris Ochs, Vice President of Legal Operations at UnitedLex, notes that some may focus merely on discounts from law firms, missing the broader picture of value and efficiency improvements needed within their operations. Ochs’ insights are drawn from his work with Fortune 500 companies, where he helps reveal inefficiencies, refine law firm engagement strategies, and establish more accountable practices. For a deeper dive into how data can empower legal departments in negotiations and operations, refer to the original article on Corporate Counsel.