Paul Marmor, who also serves as co-chair of the IBA’s Law Firm Management committee, was interviewd by journalist Margaret Taylor highlighting the challenges facing public sector legal recruitment and retention. Also contributing valuable insights were David Patient, Senior Advisor at Travers Smith in London; Carl Gardner, barrister and former government lawyer; and Paul McConnell, Director of Careers at the University of Birmingham Law School.

The growing disparity in compensation, with private sector law firms offering significantly higher salaries—often double or triple those found in the public sector—is making it increasingly challenging for government and public bodies to attract and retain high-quality legal talent. This salary discrepancy, coupled with demanding workloads and resource constraints, poses risks to the overall effectiveness and quality of public legal services.

Paul Marmor emphasised the critical importance of addressing this imbalance, suggesting strategic approaches and highlighting best practices to ensure the public sector remains attractive and competitive for talented legal professionals. He further noted the impact this widening gap could have on justice delivery, policy-making, and overall governance.

The article can be found here.

The IBA’s Law Firm Management Committee actively works as a global forum toexchange of best practices in law practice leadership and management, welcoming professionals from large global practices to mid-tier and specialist firms. We are providing a platform for the IBA and its members to help shape and influence the future of law firm management.

Through our membership and very serious involvement in organisations such as the International Bar Association (www.int-bar.org) and Alliott Global Alliance (www.alliottglobal.com), we have the world covered, in terms of our access to law firms and professionals at the highest level across the globe, at the drop of a hat.

 

For more information on our international offering, speak to our head of international, Paul Marmor, on +44 (0)20 7478 9010 or pdm@sherrards.com, or Tessa Herring, on +44 (0)20 7478 9010 or tlh@sherrards.com.

 

Paul Marmor, who also co-chairs the IBA’s Law Firm Management Committee, was interviewed by journalist Joanne Harris. His observations highlighted key trends and influential factors currently driving law firms towards mergers and strategic partnerships. In this insightful discussion, Paul’s views were complemented by those of Lisa Smith from Fairfax Associates in Washington DC, and Robert Millard, of the globally renowned advisory firm Cambridge Strategy Group.

According to Paul, despite turbulence across global markets and the broader economic uncertainty, the appetite for law firm mergers remains strong. Firms are actively exploring strategic mergers as a means of enhancing their competitive advantage, expanding into new geographical regions, and reinforcing areas of specialist expertise.

The article can be found here:

https://www.ibanet.org/Future-of-law-merger-market-for-firms-remains-buoyant-in-a-turbulent-world#:~:text=’What’s%20driving%20people%20forwards%20are,about%20it%2C’%20says%20Marmor.

The IBA’s Law Firm Management Committee, serves as a global forum for the exchanging best practices in law practice leadership and managements membership is diverse, encompassing managing and senior partners, emerging talent, allied legal professionals, and General Counsel from firms of varying sizes and specialties, including leading global entities and mid-market practices. Through this platform, committee members actively shape and influence future approaches to law firm management worldwide.

Through our membership and very serious involvement in organisations such as the International Bar Association (www.int-bar.org) and Alliott Global Alliance (www.alliottglobal.com), we have the world covered, in terms of our access to law firms and professionals at the highest level across the globe, at the drop of a hat.

 

For more information on our international offering, speak to our head of international, Paul Marmor, on +44 (0)20 7478 9010, or Tessa Herring, on +44 (0)20 7478 9010. 

Because in today’s fast-moving legal landscape, access to a truly global network is essential for staying competitive and connected.

Watch: Paul Marmor on the Power of the IBA

In this short video, Paul Marmor, Head of Litigation and International Services at Sherrards Solicitors, shares his insights on why the IBA is such a powerful platform for international legal professionals to connect, collaborate and expand their networks.

To watch the video, click the image above or click the link here. 

 

Paul has made this video in his capacity as the co-chair of the IBA’s Law Firm Management Committee, the purpose of which is to be a global forum for the exchange of best practices in law practice leadership and management.

It’s an inclusive space for professionals across the legal sector – from large, global firms to mid-market practices.

Who should join the International Bar Association?

• Senior and managing partners
• General counsel and in-house teams
• Legal operations professionals
• Future legal leaders
• Allied professionals supporting law firm success

This committee is open to all those with an interest in effective law firm management, legal innovation and strategic leadership in the legal profession.

A Truly Global Legal Network

Through our membership and active involvement in organisations such as the International Bar Association (www.int-bar.org) and Alliott Global Alliance (www.alliottglobal.com), Sherrards Solicitors have the world covered, in terms of our access to law firms and professionals at the highest level across the globe, at the drop of a hat.

 

For more information on our international offering, speak to our head of international, Paul Marmor, on +44 (0)20 7478 9010, or Tessa Herring, on +44 (0)20 7478 9010.

This first Class Panel at the The Law Society London, UK, was focused on best practice for attracting & retaining talent in the legal profession across the globe. Over 150 attendees from around the globe were in attendance.

The impressive panel included a keynote session from David Gauke, Head of Public Policy at Macfarlanes, speaking from his perspective as former Minister of Justice & Lord Chancellor, David focused on the next generation and a desire to protect the rule of law, among many other points.

Paul was also joined by Claire Sanders of Being Human, who explored best ways to harness the younger generation.

Paulo Rocha, Managing Partner of leading Brazilian law firm Demarest Advogados, confirmed that talent-related issues are the same globally.

Lisa Göransson, head of the Nordic desk at Allen & Overy, and also IBA officer from the Women’s Committee, focused on the need to focus on women in the profession.

Paul Marmor comments: “We set out a range of points and thoughts on how to attract and retain talent into the legal profession which is an area of focus for the IBA and, indeed, for Sherrards which is at the heart of much of our thinking as a legal profession especially through our Sherrards Training Academy.”

Paul Marmor spoke about his involvement in developing Sherrards’ international persona, passing on the benefit of his experiences to an audience predominantly from the legal profession, looking to expand their international footprint.

In particular, Paul used the international webinar to speak about our work with an international alliance (Alliott Global Alliance) and our connectivity with other first-class law firms through the International Bar Association and American Bar Association, as well as working alongside The Law Society’s International Division and the Department for International Trade, including becoming part of the UK investment support directory hosted by the DIT.

Marco Cillario, International Policy Manager of The Law Society commented, “We are ready and willing to shout about the legal profession and to help our members, whether to improve access to key markets, facilitate introductions to networking opportunities with contacts across the world, or to create the right environment to do so ”.

Paul Marmor of Sherrards comments, “It’s been quite a journey for the firm, but in 20 years we have helped our clients and contacts with their increasing needs overseas, as well as the burgeoning demand for use of the UK courts by foreign parties.  I have no doubt that our legal profession is supported by some brilliant institutions, whether it be the Ministry of Justice, the Department for Business and Trade or The Law Society’s International Division”.

To download the interntional webinar to watch, click here.

For more information about Sherrards’ international offering and our work with the IBA, ABA, Alliott Global Alliance and Law Society International Division, and how the Department for Business and Trade and Ministry of Justice can help you, please reach out to Paul Marmor.