Independent Project Director for Law Firms

Senior, independent leadership for law firms undertaking important technology, systems, AI and operational change.

Most law firms can research software, systems and suppliers. The harder part is providing the leadership needed to turn an important technology, systems or AI initiative into successful change.

Hutchinson & Company provides experienced, independent project leadership on the client’s side, keeping projects moving, suppliers accountable, risks controlled and decisions made. Clients work directly with founder and lead practitioner Alex Hutchinson throughout the engagement.

We work particularly closely with independent, boutique and specialist law firms, while also supporting larger firms where complex technology and operational change needs dedicated leadership.

Your project. Your objectives. Independently led.

Helping firms to:

  • Identify where existing technology, systems and processes can work better

  • Establish clear project objectives, governance and responsibilities

  • Evaluate options and make informed investment decisions

  • Select and challenge systems, suppliers and implementation partners

  • Coordinate internal teams and external suppliers

  • Manage risk, maintain momentum and drive accountability

  • Take projects from decision through implementation, adoption and successful delivery

Recent Client Firms

Practice Areas

Project & Programme Leadership

Independent leadership for major technology and systems projects

Leading projects from mobilisation through implementation and delivery, providing clear ownership, governance, supplier management and accountability.

Keep important projects moving and under control.

Systems Evaluation & Selection

Making the right decision before committing to a major investment

Helping organisations assess requirements, evaluate options, challenge suppliers and select the right systems and implementation partners.

Make the decision with confidence, then move quickly into delivery.

AI & Technology Initiatives

Providing structure and leadership for AI and technology improvement

Leading AI, technology and operational improvement initiatives from initial opportunity through evaluation, pilot, implementation and adoption.

Turn good ideas into properly led initiatives.

‍How Clients Engage

Direct access to experienced, independent project leadership when an important initiative needs dedicated ownership.

  • Clients work directly with Alex Hutchinson as founder and lead practitioner throughout the engagement.

  • Independent of software, vendor or supplier affiliations.

  • Flexible involvement, from evaluation and selection through to project leadership and delivery.

  • Additional support can be introduced where a project requires it, while Alex retains overall leadership and oversight.

  • Clearly scoped engagements with agreed budgets and visibility throughout.

  • Senior project leadership without the cost or commitment of a permanent appointment.

Have an important technology or systems project to deliver?

Whether you're still considering the options, have selected a supplier or already have a project underway, let's discuss where things stand and what is needed to move it forward.

About

Find out more about Alex Hutchinson and his experience leading technology, systems and operational projects.