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Numerous businesses, law firms and legal departments depend on the Law and Management Department at the University of St.Gallen as their trusted in-house training provider.

The HM Academy St.Gallen, the the in-house law and management programme for Hengeler Mueller, received the “Azur award 2010″ for the best training and further education of associates in German law firms at an early stage. The HM Academy was developed by the Executive School of the University of St. Gallen in cooperation with Hengeler ... Read more

The HM Academy St.Gallen, the the in-house law and management programme for Hengeler Mueller, received the “Azur award 2010″ for the best training and further education of associates in German law firms at an early stage. The HM Academy was developed by the Executive School of the University of St. Gallen in cooperation with Hengeler Mueller and has been running since 2010. All associates of the law firm complete a comprehensive continuing education program in business administration, law and personal development leading to a diploma. Parts of the program take place at the University of St.Gallen’s continuing education campus. Successful graduates can continue their studies up to the “Executive MBA HSG” or “Executive Master Law & Management”.

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The in-house B&K College programme at Bär & Karrer AG has been running since 2013 with the aim of providing young business lawyers not only with specific legal expertise, but also with training in business contexts and soft skills. With this broad training, we want to further improve the associates’ presentation to ... Read more

The in-house B&K College programme at Bär & Karrer AG has been running since 2013 with the aim of providing young business lawyers not only with specific legal expertise, but also with training in business contexts and soft skills. With this broad training, we want to further improve the associates’ presentation to their clients. The program is now designed as a certificate program. After two years, successful participants receive a CAS from the University of St.Gallen in “Law and Management”. The credits earned will be credited to the “Executive MBA HSG” or “Executive Master Law & Management” for participants who wish to broaden and deepen their knowledge of corporate management.

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The in-house executive programm “European Management School” for Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP was launched back in 2007. Freshfields was the first law firm to integrate the targeted promotion of entrepreneurial skills into its internal training program. Following the extremely positive response from participating associates, ... Read more

The in-house executive programm “European Management School” for Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP was launched back in 2007. Freshfields was the first law firm to integrate the targeted promotion of entrepreneurial skills into its internal training program. Following the extremely positive response from participating associates, around 30 principal associates from all over the world now complete the eight-day intensive training program on corporate management every year. The special concept of the program is designed to promote business understanding and provide in-depth insights into corporate management. In 2009, the law firm was awarded first place in the “azur 100 – Top Employers for Lawyers 2009” ranking by industry publisher Juve. The jury cited career advancement as a particular plus point. In particular, the concept also includes the awarding of ECTS credits, which allows students to continue their studies at the University of St. Gallen on an individual basis.

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Marketing has become an important consideration, particularly for highly-regarded and specialised law firms. How can firms generate trust in their dealings with clients? What measures will have a positive effect on client acquisition and development? What are the elements of an effective client pitch? How should firms approach external communications? What role does social media play in law firm communications activities today? ... Read more

Marketing has become an important consideration, particularly for highly-regarded and specialised law firms. How can firms generate trust in their dealings with clients? What measures will have a positive effect on client acquisition and development? What are the elements of an effective client pitch? How should firms approach external communications? What role does social media play in law firm communications activities today? These are just some of the questions that participants master at an internal seminar that is followed by project workshops.

In addition to excellent legal advice, CMS clients also expect it to be directly implementable for them. In order to achieve this goal, it is necessary to think outside the legal box. Only those who understand their clients will be able to bring their legal advice to bear in a beneficial way in their environment.

The in-house executive program “Economy for Lawyers Program” was developed in cooperation with the ... Read more

In addition to excellent legal advice, CMS clients also expect it to be directly implementable for them. In order to achieve this goal, it is necessary to think outside the legal box. Only those who understand their clients will be able to bring their legal advice to bear in a beneficial way in their environment.

The in-house executive program “Economy for Lawyers Program” was developed in cooperation with the Executive School of Management, Technology and Law at the University of St. Gallen specifically and exclusively for CMS lawyers. It has been taking place since 2021 as part of a one-and-a-half-day face-to-face event and is intended to serve as an initial eye-opener.

Judges of the Swiss Federal Patent court are regularly called upon to conduct settlement proceedings for pending disputes. This often involves resolving difficult conflicts within complex legal cases. The parties and lawyers expect the presiding judge to make a significant contribution to resolving the dispute. What methods can be used to conduct this type of proceeding? How should they be applied in specific situations? In a Read more

Judges of the Swiss Federal Patent court are regularly called upon to conduct settlement proceedings for pending disputes. This often involves resolving difficult conflicts within complex legal cases. The parties and lawyers expect the presiding judge to make a significant contribution to resolving the dispute. What methods can be used to conduct this type of proceeding? How should they be applied in specific situations? In a one-day workshop, all aspects of resolution techniques and how to conduct proceedings are discussed and practised.

Legal departments at large corporates are required to provide staff at all levels with advice on legal matters arising in the areas of both strategy and operations. At the same time, legal departments play a crucial role in corporate governance. They perform a quasi-supervisory function and are often called on to intervene decisively in business processes. A legal department is only able to fulfil both of these functions if its ... Read more

Legal departments at large corporates are required to provide staff at all levels with advice on legal matters arising in the areas of both strategy and operations. At the same time, legal departments play a crucial role in corporate governance. They perform a quasi-supervisory function and are often called on to intervene decisively in business processes. A legal department is only able to fulfil both of these functions if its lawyers have a good understanding of how the business works. In a three-day seminar, participants examined and discussed key aspects of business administration with regard to strategy, business model design, leadership and risk management with the aim of bringing the legal department closer to the company’s business functions.

In their daily work, Isler Pedrazzini’s lawyers need to discuss complex technical and legal issues with other team members and their clients. They need to tailor their communications to the target audience in question. What kind of expectations do people have both internally and externally when it comes to good communication? What are the criteria for preparing the content of communications? How can complex relationships be ... Read more

In their daily work, Isler Pedrazzini’s lawyers need to discuss complex technical and legal issues with other team members and their clients. They need to tailor their communications to the target audience in question. What kind of expectations do people have both internally and externally when it comes to good communication? What are the criteria for preparing the content of communications? How can complex relationships be visualised? In a two-day workshop, participants learn and practise applying the principles of successful communication in a legal environment.

Linklaters LLP supports selected lawyers with targeted career development measures, offering them the opportunity to take a part-time continuing education programme at a prestigious business school. The law firm provides employees with assistance to take the Management for the Legal Profession (MLP) programme at its educational partner, the University of St.Gallen’s Executive School (ES-HSG).

Linklaters LLP supports selected lawyers with targeted career development measures, offering them the opportunity to take a part-time continuing education programme at a prestigious business school. The law firm provides employees with assistance to take the Management for the Legal Profession (MLP) programme at its educational partner, the University of St.Gallen’s Executive School (ES-HSG).

Managers at the Migros Group can be confronted with a wide range of legal issues. In a two-day seminar, participants examined the most important issues they face in connection with contract and competition law. The goal was to enable our managers to evaluate legal questions that arise regularly. This enhanced their skills for effective collaboration with internal legal departments and external lawyers.

Managers at the Migros Group can be confronted with a wide range of legal issues. In a two-day seminar, participants examined the most important issues they face in connection with contract and competition law. The goal was to enable our managers to evaluate legal questions that arise regularly. This enhanced their skills for effective collaboration with internal legal departments and external lawyers.

To gain clearer insights into the latest developments in the legal market, taking a regular in-depth look at emerging trends is essential. This also holds true for a company’s internal legal department. Planning ahead for expected changes ensures there is enough time to carry out the necessary organisational tasks and plan and implement the required measures. The University of St.Gallen’s Executive School was invited to give ... Read more

To gain clearer insights into the latest developments in the legal market, taking a regular in-depth look at emerging trends is essential. This also holds true for a company’s internal legal department. Planning ahead for expected changes ensures there is enough time to carry out the necessary organisational tasks and plan and implement the required measures. The University of St.Gallen’s Executive School was invited to give a presentation as part of this process to raise awareness of the topic.

The role of a business banking advisor includes supporting businesspeople with the planning and implementation of succession solutions. In addition to the strategic, organisational and financial aspects of business succession, legal considerations are paramount. What are the options with respect to matrimonial and inheritance law when designing a succession solution? From a company law point of view, what measures have to be put ... Read more

The role of a business banking advisor includes supporting businesspeople with the planning and implementation of succession solutions. In addition to the strategic, organisational and financial aspects of business succession, legal considerations are paramount. What are the options with respect to matrimonial and inheritance law when designing a succession solution? From a company law point of view, what measures have to be put in place to ensure successful succession? How should purchase, financing and collateralisation agreements for the transfer of share rights, such as shareholder pooling agreements, be drafted? In training seminars which take place over several days, Raiffeisen’s business banking advisors examine these issues, to help them to be expert partners to the bank’s business customers.

Legal departments are the first port of call for a company’s internal clients when looking for answers to legal questions. The satisfaction of internal business clients is a crucial factor in terms of positioning and status of these departments. At a workshop that was kicked off by a succinct presentation designed to stimulate debate and discussion, participants gained a better appreciation of the importance of customer focus ... Read more

Legal departments are the first port of call for a company’s internal clients when looking for answers to legal questions. The satisfaction of internal business clients is a crucial factor in terms of positioning and status of these departments. At a workshop that was kicked off by a succinct presentation designed to stimulate debate and discussion, participants gained a better appreciation of the importance of customer focus in a legal department and considered potential measures for improvement.

Law firms and notaries operate in highly competitive environments, and are required to prove themselves on a daily basis. High levels of client satisfaction with the services they provide are essential for successful customer acquisition and building customer loyalty. It is the level of service that clients receive, rather than the performance of skilled legal tasks, that lies at the heart of true customer focus. The University ... Read more

Law firms and notaries operate in highly competitive environments, and are required to prove themselves on a daily basis. High levels of client satisfaction with the services they provide are essential for successful customer acquisition and building customer loyalty. It is the level of service that clients receive, rather than the performance of skilled legal tasks, that lies at the heart of true customer focus. The University of St.Gallen’s Executive School was invited to hold a workshop to build awareness of this topic. The workshop began with a short presentation designed to stimulate discussion and debate.

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