Our Most Popular Resources for In-House Legal Teams: 2024 Year in Review

We’ve closed out 2024, and it's clear this was a landmark year for in-house legal departments. The widespread adoption of AI technologies, evolving talent dynamics, and persistent resourcing challenges have fundamentally reshaped how legal teams operate. Our shows that 99% of legal departments now use AI tools, while 54% of in-house counsel are considering new opportunities – highlighting both the transformative potential and growing pains of our rapidly evolving industry.

Welcome to our comprehensive guide highlighting Axiom's most impactful insights from 2024. Whether you're a General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, in-house counsel, or business leader, these resources will help you navigate the changing landscape and drive success in 2025 and beyond.

Looking Back: A Year of Transformation in Legal

1. View from Inside: 2024 In-House Legal Survey Report—Our landmark research reveals concerning trends in legal department satisfaction and retention, with 54% of in-house counsel actively looking for new roles. The report examines shifting career priorities, AI adoption challenges, and resourcing struggles while offering practical solutions for legal leaders.
2. Everyone is Using AI - Now What? Key Strategies for AI Policy Development—With 99% of legal departments now using AI but 47% lacking formal policies, this webinar summary provides essential guidance on leveraging existing privacy frameworks, engaging stakeholders, and balancing innovation with risk mitigation in AI governance.
3. Mastering Your First 100 Days as General Counsel—This guide outlines five crucial takeaways for new GCs, including strategies for embracing change management, leveraging organizational resources, and fostering collaborative cultures to achieve early success in the role.
4. Legal Operations: Navigating Growth, Challenges, and AI in Corporate Legal Departments—Our groundbreaking research into legal operations reveals surprising trends, including 83% of teams seeing budget increases despite industry pressures. The report also examines interdepartmental tensions and technology adoption challenges facing legal ops professionals.
5. Navigating Large Legal Projects: An Axiom Lawyer's Perspective—Through a compelling case study of a Fortune 100 financial institution's compliance management system overhaul, this article provides actionable insights into managing complex legal projects and leading large teams effectively.
6. Emerging Budgeting Trends for GCs in 2025: Strategies for Cost-Savings & Legal Department Efficiency—With 61% of GCs expecting budget growth in 2025, this article examines emerging budgeting trends and provides actionable strategies for optimizing legal spend, including tips on cost containment and resource allocation.
7. How to Navigate Data Privacy Laws in an AI-Driven World—Explore the intersection of AI and data privacy laws, offering strategies for maintaining compliance while leveraging AI technologies, based on insights from leading privacy experts.
8. Embracing AI in Legal Departments: Implementation Strategies—Drawing from successful implementations at leading companies, this webinar summary provides guidance on AI adoption, addressing common challenges, and ensuring effective change management.
9. AI in Legal Departments: Promise Meets Reality in 2024—Our forward-looking analysis examines emerging trends in legal technology, talent management, and service delivery models, helping legal leaders prepare for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
10. Navigating General Counsel Challenges: A Global In-House Perspective—This report examines how in-house legal departments worldwide are addressing common challenges, from budget constraints to talent retention, offering valuable insights for multinational organizations.

Looking Ahead: Entering 2025 Prepared

Now that we’ve entered 2025, several key themes emerge from our most popular resources. The integration of AI technologies will continue to reshape legal work, while talent retention and development become increasingly critical. Legal departments must balance innovation with risk management, all while maintaining operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Get ahead of these challenges by exploring our comprehensive library of resources and learning how Axiom's solutions can support your legal department's success in 2025.