How are legal departments redefining their role within the broader business landscape?
Corporate legal professionals across Europe and the U.S. are taking on a more strategic role, which includes balancing responsibilities, contributing to business decisions, and exploring ways to streamline their operations. The 2025 Legisway Benchmark for Legal Departments takes a closer look at how in-house teams are adapting their operations to redefine their role.
Drawing on insights from over 700 respondents, the report provides valuable insights on:
- How legal departments are organizing their workload
- Outsourcing strategies
- Budget allocation and technology adoption
The report highlights strategies, challenges, and shifts that are shaping the in-house legal function, and offers a glimpse at where the profession may be heading next.