International Legal Management
Legal management can be outsourced. Outsourcing legal management involves transferring legal functions and processes to external service providers or law firms. This can include tasks such as compliance with legal regulations, contract management, support in legal disputes, management of intellectual property, and general legal advice. Outsourcing can provide access to specialised legal expertise, reduce costs, and enable an organisation to focus on its core activities while simultaneously ensuring that legal risks are effectively managed. However, it is important to choose a trustworthy provider and establish clear communication and supervision mechanisms as well as reliable quality management structures to ensure that the outsourced services meet the needs of the organisation and comply with its standards and regulations. Another critical consideration is insurance coverage in case of negligence.
Barber Odenbach is leading the development of the outsourcing process in legal management.