Project Management for In-house Lawyers

Course overview In-house lawyers frequently find themselves involved or implicated in projects which are poorly managed by others, whether business people or external lawyers. This course provides an orientation on project management techniques which in-house lawyers can apply to the work they do, as well as provide more effective support better to projects which they are not managing. Key benefits of attending Gain an understanding of successful project management techniques Learn how you can take action to reduce the negative impact of projects which are poorly managed without being drawn into running them Explore how project management principles can assist you in adding value to the work you undertake Methodology The course is interactive and delegates will be encouraged to contribute experience and ideas. Who should attend this training course? In-house lawyers at any level of experience Private practitioners contemplating a move to in-house role Attend all three courses below and save US$2,280. Contact updates@euromoneyasia.com for more information. Essential Skills to Succeed as In-house Counsel, 10 November 2014, Singapore Management of Legal Risk & Services, 12-13 November 2014, Singapore Project Management for In-house Lawyers, 14 November 2014, Singapore
Introduction Why project management matters Anatomy of a standard project management approach What do the best organizations do What the best project managers actually do Issues for in-house lawyers in relation to project management Overt or covert Development opportunity or distraction from core activity Opportunities to add value Influencing external advisers to implement Project Management Tools focusing on Project Delivery Scoping Monitoring Reporting Change control Concurrent practical workshops on scoping projects and managing stakeholders: Scenario A: Setting up a legal department in a soon to be acquired affiliate Scenario B: Pursuing remedies against a poorly performing outsourced service provider Concurrent practical workshop on supporting projects which are faltering: Scenario C: Negotiating contracts with strategic suppliers Scenario D: Rationalising production facilities Wrap up Conclusion