5 Steps To Operationalize Your Law Firm’s Strategic Plan

By Rachel Sapperstein
February 19, 2026 | 2-minute read

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Law firms have invested heavily in strategic planning, from firmwide initiatives to practice-specific plans. The value of those efforts depends on how effectively strategies are translated into clear, well-resourced, and measurable work. Use this five-step framework to help bridge the gap between strategy and execution.

Rachel Sapperstein

Rachel Sapperstein is a strategic growth leader with nearly two decades of experience driving profitability and competitive strength for Am Law firms. Drawing on roles at Skadden, Dickstein Shapiro, Blank Rome, and Manatt, Rachel works across the spectrum of legal marketing, business development, and strategic initiatives to bridge the gap between strategy and execution to navigate complexity and deliver measurable outcomes.