Gerry Riskin
@riskin.bsky.social
Husband, father, lawyer & consultant
I’m delighted to welcome a new colleague Rees Morrison as a Principal of Edge International, Global Consultancy to the Legal Profession.
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Welcome Rees Morrison to Edge International - Edge International
Edge International begins 2026 by welcoming a powerful new voice in legal data and analytics. With more than three decades of consulting experience, Rees Morrison joins Edge as a Principal, expanding ...
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January 8, 2026 at 5:07 PM
I’m delighted to welcome a new colleague Rees Morrison as a Principal of Edge International, Global Consultancy to the Legal Profession.
edge-international.com/2026/01/welc...
edge-international.com/2026/01/welc...
My fellow Edge International colleague, Principal, Bithika Anand, of India, has written a compelling piece on managing a multi-generational workforce in law firms… I strongly recommend it.
Bridging Generations: Managing a Multi-Generational Workforce in Law Firms - Edge International
Four generations now share the law firm workplace—Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z—each with distinct values, communication styles, and expectations. When managed with empathy and openness, thes...
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September 17, 2025 at 3:58 PM
My fellow Edge International colleague, Principal, Bithika Anand, of India, has written a compelling piece on managing a multi-generational workforce in law firms… I strongly recommend it.
My Edge colleague, Joel Barolsky poses an intriguing question.... And his answer is a great catalyst for thought.
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Will AI change Maister’s four profit levers? - Edge International
Generative AI is challenging law firms to rethink the classic profit levers—margin, billing rates, utilisation, and leverage. As technology reshapes how legal work gets done, some traditional metrics ...
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July 15, 2025 at 9:06 PM
My Edge colleague, Joel Barolsky poses an intriguing question.... And his answer is a great catalyst for thought.
www.edge.ai/2025/07/will...
www.edge.ai/2025/07/will...
I am honored to join the Managing Partner Forum faculty again on May 7–8 in Atlanta. I am grateful to John Remsen and the inspiring managing partners worldwide who share a passion for the evolving practice of law.
April 11, 2025 at 3:38 PM
I am honored to join the Managing Partner Forum faculty again on May 7–8 in Atlanta. I am grateful to John Remsen and the inspiring managing partners worldwide who share a passion for the evolving practice of law.
My edge colleague, Nick Jarrett-Kerr takes us on a counterintuitive exploration of why it might make sense to overhaul a law firm’s strategy during tough times. Have a look at “Market Positioning – A diagnostic guide for law firm development"
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Market Positioning – A diagnostic guide for law firm development - Edge International
It may seem counterintuitive to overhaul a law firm’s strategy during tough times, but history suggests that bold moves now can provide a competitive edge. Firms have three options: pursue further gro...
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March 6, 2025 at 3:28 PM
My edge colleague, Nick Jarrett-Kerr takes us on a counterintuitive exploration of why it might make sense to overhaul a law firm’s strategy during tough times. Have a look at “Market Positioning – A diagnostic guide for law firm development"
www.edge.ai/2025/02/mark...
www.edge.ai/2025/02/mark...
Thank you to Carlos Quintana of Beebole for referencing me generously in his article, "Non-billable hours: Strategic investment or hidden cost?"
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Non-billable hours: Strategic investment or hidden cost? - The Management Blog
When it comes to non-billable hours, businesses can totally reframe how they approach them. Rather than a knee-jerk reaction of directly trying to reduce
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February 12, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Thank you to Carlos Quintana of Beebole for referencing me generously in his article, "Non-billable hours: Strategic investment or hidden cost?"
beebole.com/blog/how-to-...
beebole.com/blog/how-to-...
My Edge International colleague, Leon Sacks, has written a piece that I think will be a powerful tool for helping leaders be more successful. Enjoy…
The Lonely Leader - Edge International
Leading a law firm is both rewarding and challenging, but it doesn’t have to be isolating. With the right support, timely decisions, and trusted advisors, leaders can overcome frustrations and steer t...
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December 5, 2024 at 6:09 PM
My Edge International colleague, Leon Sacks, has written a piece that I think will be a powerful tool for helping leaders be more successful. Enjoy…
We’ve all been asked The Dreaded Unexpected Question - here’s my protocol for dealing with it… let me know if you think it’s helpful. www.gerryriskin.com/the-dreaded-...
The Dreaded Unexpected Question
When faced with unexpected questions, it’s easy to stumble into rambling responses. Instead, stay calm, listen carefully, and use a three-point structure to keep your answer clear and confident. This ...
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November 17, 2024 at 5:54 PM
We’ve all been asked The Dreaded Unexpected Question - here’s my protocol for dealing with it… let me know if you think it’s helpful. www.gerryriskin.com/the-dreaded-...