What Comes Next for Law Firm Leaders in 2026
On Record PR
As firms enter 2026, many of last year’s pressures haven’t disappeared—they’ve intensified. In this episode of On Record PR, Gina Rubel and Jennifer Simpson Carr examine what law firm leaders are already grappling with: flexibility that must translate into action, talent shifts reshaping culture, and AI’s growing impact on pricing, leadership, and client trust. This is a conversation about priorities, not predictions—and the cost of standing still.
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5 PR Trends Law Firm Leaders Must Navigate in 2026
On Record PR
Gina Rubel and Jennifer Simpson Carr break down PR Daily’s top five trends for 2026 and translate them into practical implications for the legal industry. They explore how narrative intelligence, GEO, AI monitoring, video, and data governance intersect with crisis preparedness, business development, talent recruitment, and long-term reputation management.
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Replay: The Role of General Counsel in Times of Crisis
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In this episode of On Record PR, Gina Rubel goes on record with Maria Feeley, the Chief Legal Officer of Washington and Lee University, to discuss the important role of the general counsel in times of crisis and GC’s expectations of outside counsel.
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How AI Is Rewriting Media Relations: What Law Firms Must Know About Media, Credibility & Visibility
On Record PR
Director of Media Relations Becky Bergman joins Jennifer Simpson Carr to discuss how PR and media strategy are evolving in the era of AI. From newsroom changes to AI-driven research, they explore what law firms must do to strengthen visibility, credibility, and discoverability. Becky shares actionable steps firms can take this week to future-proof their media strategy.
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Inside LMA’s TWxSW Conference: GEO, AI, Silos, and the Rule of Law
On Record PR
To mark episode 200, host Jennifer Simpson Carr is joined by teammates Kim Miller, Mahalet Ropar, and Kyla Thompson to discuss top takeaways from LMA’s 2025 TWxSW Conference. They explore GEO and gated content, breaking down silos, responsible AI adoption, evolving pricing models, and a powerful fireside chat on the rule of law.
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How Law Firms Turn Trusted Voices into Reputation Capital
On Record PR
From the C.O.P.E.S. method to “rules and tools,” Gina Rubel and Jennifer Simpson Carr unpack what really moves the needle: speaking invites, media citations, backlinks, and peer referrals. Plus, a 5-step framework to activate authentic advocates without adding to the billable hour burden.
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Emotion, Trust, and AI: Your Law Firm’s Digital Footprint
On Record PR
From the reality that 95% of decisions are driven by emotion to the rise of nano-influencers and ethical AI, Gina Rubel and Jennifer Simpson Carr give law firm leaders practical steps to build credibility, manage risk, and convert digital trust into business outcomes.
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Relationships at the Speed of AI
On Record PR
Fresh off the Women, Influence & Power in Law Conference, hosts Gina Rubel and Jennifer Simpson Carr discuss a core theme reshaping the profession: in an AI-accelerated world, relationships are the differentiator. From client trust and judgment to reverse mentorship and “clear is kind” communication, they share a practical framework and rituals leaders can use to retain clients and talent.
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How Law Firms Can Build Collaborative Growth Models
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Deb Ruffins, a member of Furia Rubel’s International Faculty, returns to On Record PR to continue the conversation on why law firms must evolve beyond the billable hour. In this episode, she and Jennifer Simpson Carr explore how leaders can break down silos, incentivize collaboration, and implement accountability systems that drive sustainable growth and stronger client relationships.
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Beyond the Billable Hour: What Clients Really Want from Law Firms
On Record PR
Former Big Law CMO and International Faculty member Deb Ruffins joins Jennifer Simpson Carr to examine the future of the billable hour. They explore why clients are pushing for new models, the risks firms face if they remain locked into traditional metrics, and how attorneys can shift from service providers to trusted business partners.
info_outlineDeb Ruffins, a member of Furia Rubel’s International Faculty, returns to On Record PR to continue the conversation on why law firms must evolve beyond the billable hour. In this episode, she and Jennifer Simpson Carr explore how leaders can break down silos, incentivize collaboration, and implement accountability systems that drive sustainable growth and stronger client relationships.