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Tomorrow’s Lawyers

The book “Tomorrow’s Lawyers” by Richard Susskind explores the future of the legal profession and the radical changes that are expected to occur. Susskind argues that the legal industry will change more in the next two decades than it has in the past two centuries due to three primary drivers: the “more-for-less” challenge, liberalization, and technological advancements.

He discusses how clients are demanding more legal services at lower costs, leading to changes in how legal services are delivered. Susskind also touches on the liberalization of legal services, where new business structures allow non-lawyers to own and run legal businesses, thereby increasing competition. Technology, particularly advancements in artificial intelligence and online services, is seen as a major disruptor that will transform the way legal services are provided.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part examines these drivers of change and their impact on the legal market. The second part explores the new landscape of the legal profession, including the future of law firms, in-house lawyers, and the justice system. The third part focuses on the prospects for young lawyers, discussing new job opportunities, training needs, and the skills required for future legal practice.

Susskind encourages lawyers, especially young and aspiring ones, to embrace these changes and adapt to new ways of working, as the traditional model of legal practice is rapidly becoming outdated. The book serves as a guide to understanding and navigating the transformative trends in the legal industry.

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