Strategic Law Firm Consulting | Led by Former Managing Partner | Facilitator | Speaker | Coach
Helping law firms thrive in a changing market through proven strategies for profitability, talent retention, and sustainable growth.
Optimising law firm performance, culture and leadership, one powerful conversation at a time.
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Is your firm facing these challenges?
- Partner succession: How do you develop future leaders whilst maintaining the cohesion and values that built your firm?
- Building a magnetic culture: How do you create an environment where all your people can thrive and actively choose to build their careers with you?
- Profitability under pressure: With clients demanding more for less, how do you maintain margins without burning out your team?
- Culture in transition: Remote working has changed everything. How do you build firm culture when people aren’t in the office five days a week?
I’m Katie da Gama
A former Managing Partner and legal sector specialist with over two decades of experience across the profession. My journey through the legal profession – from Barrister to In-House Counsel, Solicitor, and ultimately Managing Partner – has given me unique insights into every aspect of legal practice. This comprehensive perspective encompasses both the challenges and opportunities facing today’s legal professionals.
Since 2018, I’ve dedicated myself to support legal professionals and firms to thrive through strategic development and change management. Drawing on my extensive experience, I create tailored solutions that address the specific challenges of modern legal practice. Today, I partner with individuals, teams, law firms and legal departments across Ireland and the UK to enhance performance, develop leadership capabilities, and build resilient, successful teams.
My approach combines deep industry knowledge with proven development strategies to deliver measurable results
Why Work with Me
As a former Managing Partner, I intimately understand the complexities of leading a legal practice. I’ve navigated the challenges of balancing client demands, team development, and practice management in a high-performance environment. This experience informs my pragmatic, results-focused approach to consulting.
What Sets my Consultancy Apart
- Deep understanding of law firm dynamics and professional services culture
- Proven track record of implementing successful change in the profession
- Practical solutions that acknowledge the realities of billable targets and client service
- Strategic guidance rooted in legal leadership experience
- Bespoke approaches that respect your firm’s unique culture and challenges
How I Can Help You
Growing Leaders
We’ll develop the leadership capabilities your firm needs to thrive.
Strategic Direction
Together, we’ll map out where you want to go and create a clear path to get there.
Managing Change
I’ll guide you through transitions, ensuring your team stays confident and productive.
1-to-1 Leadership Development
I’ll guide you through transitions, ensuring your team stays confident and productive.
My Commitment to your Success
I understand that every law firm has its distinct culture, challenges, and strategic objectives. My approach combines rigorous analysis with practical implementation, ensuring solutions that:
- Align with your firm’s strategic vision and values
- Respect the complexities of legal practice management
- Deliver measurable outcomes while minimising disruption
- Build on your existing strengths and capabilities
Your success is my priority. I offer confidential, strategic consultations where we can discuss your firm’s specific challenges and opportunities.