All successful teams consist of unique specialists in both role and psychology. A team of specialists that are aligned with a shared vision, values and mission will always beat a team of generalists. These specializations are what create competitiveness and adaptability.

Evolution is not survival of the fittest; it is survival of the most adaptable.

In the practice of law, understanding the specific gifts and challenges of the members on your team unlocks success with your people, process and performance.

In this Human Archetype workshop you will learn how to:

• Upgrade your relationships from the golden rule to the platinum rule to access increased resiliency and competitiveness within your practice.
• Increase morale, engagement and retention through the power of belonging and affiliation.
• Enhance firm performance by improving innovation, efficiency, engagement and retention.
• Improve your human operating system with upgraded conflict resolution, critical feedback and accountability skills.

This course is taught by anthropologist, author and leadership development coach, Philip Folsom. He lectures at USC Marshall and runs the Wolf Tribe consulting agency that serves notable companies such as Apple, Space X and Red Bull.

Derek Barto of Barto Consulting addresses the key financial considerations law firms should focus on at the beginning of the year to establish a clear and realistic financial roadmap. The program covers evaluating prior-year performance, projecting income and cash flow, and identifying potential financial pressure points early. The discussion is geared toward helping firm leaders make sound financial decisions and avoid common financial pitfalls as the year unfolds.

This program will provide an overview of partition law with a focus on the Partition of Real Property Act, including when partition actions are required, the steps in the process, and recent statutory changes such as buyout rights, appraisal requirements, and contribution issues. The discussion will also address common challenges in partition cases, including joint tenancy disputes, treatment of mortgage versus living expenses, motions for interlocutory judgment, and enforcement issues such as eviction and contempt.