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Time Management for Lawyers: Making Every Six Minutes Count is a comprehensive guide designed to help legal professionals take control of their time and enhance both productivity and wellbeing. In a fast-paced and high-pressure profession, time management is the key to thriving – not just surviving. This book explores practical strategies for managing overwhelming caseloads, maintaining a healthy work–life balance, and preventing burnout. It covers the latest technological influences, including how AI is reshaping how lawyers manage time and tasks, while also addressing the mental and emotional challenges of working in law. From optimising focus to managing client demands and avoiding distractions, this book helps lawyers achieve peak performance while still leaving room for creativity, innovation, and personal wellbeing. With expert advice on delegation, prioritisation and setting clear goals, Time Management for Lawyers: Making Every Six Minutes Count equips you with the tools to reclaim your time and thrive in your legal career.

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Author:   Alex Davies ,  Catrin Mills ,  Anna Marra ,  Joanna Gaudoin
Publisher:   Globe Law and Business Ltd
Imprint:   Globe Law and Business Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 0.90cm , Length: 23.40cm
ISBN:  

9781837231348

ISBN 10:   1837231346
Pages:   175
Publication Date:   08 October 2025
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Executive summary About the authors Chapter 1: The time challenge in law By Catrin Mills, legal director, Birketts Chapter 2: A work day unique to you – understanding your own working rhythms By Dr Todd Hutchison, global chair, International Institute of Legal Project Management In conclusion Chapter 3: Prioritization – focusing on what matters most By David Skinner and Karen Dunn Skinner, co-founders, Gimbal Consulting The real cost of doing it all The high-value work only you can do Don’t let urgency determine how you prioritize your to-do list Delegation – the superpower you’re not using When, what, and to whom – smarter delegation The time you could get back Where to start – a practical path forward Reclaiming your time, reimagining your practice Chapter 4: Making time for business development By Joanna Gaudoin, ClientWise Why lawyers struggle with business development and how to overcome this The importance of business development for your firm and your career The key building blocks you need to make time for The 5 Ps of Proactive Business Development© How to build business development into your working day How to get the support you need to manage business development effectively In conclusion Chapter 5: Work–life balance and wellbeing – protecting your health and energy By Jean-Baptiste Lebelle and Alice Boullier de Branche The rise of wellbeing in the legal profession Rethinking work–life balance – a dynamic equilibrium The consequences and benefits of balance – scientific insights The collective responsibility – culture, leadership, and the profession A sustainable future for the profession Thriving in business law through sustainable time management Chapter 6: The impact of working from home – efficiency or distraction? By Nikki Alderson, international talent retention and women’s leadership specialist, TEDx speaker, coach, author, and former criminal barrister A profession transformed The pros of remote work for lawyers The cons and controversies of remote work Cultivating focus and productivity, connection and longevity – practical strategies for leaders, individuals, and teams Home working as a cultural catalyst Case study: A tale of two lawyers Chapter 7: AI and time management – a game changer for lawyers By Sarah Murphy, general manager, Clio International The six-minute myth is cracking AI in legal practice – what it really means Automation, machine learning, and generative AI – what’s the difference? Why AI isn’t replacing lawyers How AI reshapes time management Task management transformed Client interaction – better, faster, smarter The client-centric firm powered by AI Getting started with legal AI – a roadmap for lawyers Start with low-risk, high-reward use cases Time to take back your time Chapter 8: The culture of busyness – breaking free from constant overload By Gary Miles, The Free Lawyer The hidden epidemic in legal practice The perfect storm creating modern attorney overwhelm The psychological drivers of attorney overwhelm The devastating hidden costs of chronic busyness The productivity paradox Eight strategic tools for breaking free from overload Creating space for strategic thinking Measuring success differently Implementation strategy The choice that defines your career Chapter 9: The “always-on mindset” – setting boundaries and managing client expectations By Mila Trezza, executive coach and former general counsel Introduction Why disconnecting is so difficult Strategies to reduce being “always-on” More strategies to break the “always-on” cycle Conclusion Chapter 10: Neuroproductivity – mastering your mind to master your time By Anna Marra, consultant and trainer Master your mind, master your time How we perceive time – what your mind does with minutes How we manage time – rhythms, neurofocusing, and strategies The two main enemies of time – perfectionism and procrastination Conclusion – mastering time starts with understanding your mind Chapter 11: Making space for creativity – a path to wellbeing and peak performance By Karen Dunn Skinner, co-founder, Gimbal Consulting Improving productivity with creative rest The power of small doses Creativity as a stress-reduction strategy Increasing confidence with creativity Achieving better outcomes for lawyers and clients Conclusion Chapter 12: Career planning and strategic time management By Dr Todd Hutchison, global chair, International Institute of Legal Project Management Balancing mental wellness into the plan Portfolio careers bring diversity Behavioral profiling highlights your natural strengths Clarity and leverage are key Getting your own clarity Strategic time management Last thoughts Chapter 13: Mastering time for a successful legal career By Rachel Brushfield, The Talent Liberator™®, founder, EnergiseLegal Why are lawyers so time pressured? How to free up time in the working day The importance of taking time to plan your career Practical examples of how to make time to plan your career Strategic tools and frameworks for career planning Career scenario planning The role of the physical environment The impact of AI on career planning and strategic time management Conclusions Career planning self-reflective questions Tips to help you say yes to saying “no” Self-reflective questions About Globe Law and Business

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