Time Management for Lawyers: Making Every Six Minutes Count

Time Management for Lawyers is aguide designed to help legal professionals take control of their time and enhance both productivity and wellbeing. In a fast-paced and high-pressure profession, time management is the key to thriving – not just surviving. This book explores practical strategies for managing overwhelming caseloads, maintaining a healthy work–life balance and preventing burnout. It covers the latest technological influences, including how AI is reshaping how lawyers manage time and tasks, while also addressing the mental and emotional challenges of working in law.

From optimizing focus to managing client demands and avoiding distractions, this book helps lawyers achieve peak performance while still leaving room for creativity, innovation, and personal wellbeing. With expert advice on delegation, prioritization, and setting clear goals, Time Management for Lawyers: Strategies to improve performance and optimize efficiency equips you with the tools to reclaim your time and thrive in your legal career.

table of content

Chapter 1: The time challenge in law

By Catrin Mills

Chapter 2: The art of delegation

By Todd Hutchison

Chapter 3: Prioritization – focusing on what matters most

By Karen Dunn Skinner and David Skinner

Chapter 4: Making time for business development

By Joanna Gaudoin

Chapter 5: Work–life balance and wellbeing – protecting your health and energy

By Jean-Baptiste LeBelle and Alice Boullier de Branche

Chapter 6: The impact of working from home – efficiency or distraction?

By Nikki Aldersen

Chapter 7: AI and time management – a game changer for lawyers

By Sarah Murphy

Chapter 8: The culture of busyness – breaking free from constant overload

By Gary Miles

Chapter 9: The “always-on” mindset – managing client expectations and boundaries

By Mila Trezzo

Chapter 10: Neuroproductivity – mastering your mind to master your time

By Anna Marra

Chapter 11: Making space for creativity – a path to wellbeing and peak performance

By Karen Skinner

Chapter 12: Career planning and strategic time management

By Todd Hutchison

Chapter 13: Mastering time for a successful legal career

By Rachel Brushfield