In an effort to identify key trends among law firm financial leaders a consortium consisting of BigHand, BRYTER, and SurePoint Technologies engaged Ari Kaplan Advisors to interview 30 professionals about the elevated expectations of finance professionals, the impact of the pandemic on the business of law, the application of data to decision-making, the perception of profitability, and the pace of innovation.

The results revealed a striking shift in the role of law firm finance leaders, both in their value and impact. Many are using data to drive change in their organizations, amplifying the power of profitability, and leveraging their skill to fuel innovation. This report captures their perspectives and highlights the influence of finance teams on the road ahead for law firms.