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Lindsay Griffiths is the International Lawyers Network’s Executive Director. She is a dynamic, influential international executive and marketing thought leader with a passion for relationship development and authoring impactful content. Griffiths is a driven, strategic leader who implements creative initiatives to achieve the goals of a global professional services network. She manages all major aspects of the Network, including recruitment, member retention, and providing exceptional client service to an international membership base.

In her role as Executive Director, Griffiths manages a mix of international programs, engages a diverse global community, and develops an international membership base. She leads the development and successful implementation of major organizational initiatives, manages interpersonal relationships, and possesses executive presence with audiences of internal and external stakeholders. Griffiths excels at project management, organization, and planning, writes and speaks with influence and authority, and works independently while demonstrating flexibility in thinking, especially in challenging situations. She also adapts to diverse and dynamic environments with constant assessment and recalibration.

JD Supra Readers Choice Top Author 2019

In 2021, the ILN was honored as Global Law Firm Network of the Year by The Lawyer European Awards, and in 2016, 2017, and 2022, they were shortlisted as Global Law Firm Network of the Year. Since 2011, the Network has been listed as a Chambers & Partners Leading Law Firm Network, recently increasing this ranking to be included in the top two percent of law firm networks globally, as well as adding two regional rankings. She was awarded “Thought Leader of the Year” by the Legal Marketing Association’s New York chapter in 2014 for her substantive contributions to the industry and was included in Clio’s list of “34 People in Legal You Should Follow on Twitter.” She was also chosen for the American Bar Association Journal’s inaugural Web 100‘s Best Law Blogs, where judge Ivy Grey said “This blog is outstanding, thoughtful, and useful.” Ms. Griffiths was chosen as a Top Author by JD Supra in their 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards, for the level of engagement and visibility she attained with readers on the topic of marketing & business development. She has been the author of Zen & the Art of Legal Networking since February 2009.

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As 2025 comes to a close, the International Lawyers Network reflects on a year defined by connection, collaboration, and meaningful engagement across our global community.

From in-person conferences and virtual programming to thought leadership and cross-border referrals, this year showcased what makes the ILN work: committed member firms, active collaboration, and a shared focus on delivering high-quality legal support to clients with international needs.Continue Reading ILN 2025 Highlights: A Year of Global Collaboration and Momentum

As 2025 comes to a close (this year has FLOWN), I’ve been thinking about what it has meant — for the International Lawyers Network, for the legal profession, and for me personally as someone who spends her days at the intersection of connection, leadership, and global collaboration.

It wasn’t a year where I published as much as I would have liked (isn’t that always the way?), but it was a year full of learning, recalibration, and growth. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned after nearly two decades of community-building in the legal industry, it’s this:Continue Reading What 2025 Taught Me About Community, Leadership, and Showing Up

With recent shifts in trade policies and tariffs, lawyers are increasingly called upon to navigate complex geopolitical landscapes. We’ve long recognized that today’s legal advisors must act as business partners to their clients, but the reality is that geopolitical awareness is now a critical component of that role.

The practice of law doesn’t exist in a vacuum. The global stage is playing an increasingly powerful role in shaping how our clients do business. This truth was underscored at our two most recent ILN conferences — first in October 2024, when we hosted a panel discussion on the potential legal and economic impacts of the U.S. presidential election, and again this May in Bucharest, where our European members examined how U.S. tariffs are affecting clients around the world.Continue Reading The Evolving Role of Lawyers as Geopolitical Analysts

Being a good communicator is central to being a good lawyer.

Last month, I sat in on a fireside chat between President Obama and the president of my alma mater, Hamilton College. As someone widely regarded as one of the most gifted public speakers in recent U.S. history, Obama shared the four key skills he believes every great communicator needs. Naturally, I took notes.Continue Reading Want to Be a Better Lawyer? Start by Being a Better Communicator

Last week, many people tuned in to hear former President Barack Obama speak during an hour-long fireside chat filled with thoughtful insights and meaningful advice. What many don’t know is that this powerful conversation took place at my alma mater — Hamilton College.

Alumni had the opportunity to attend live or via video link. I opted for the latter (because I couldn’t get tickets) and took pages of notes — on what it means to be a strong communicator, how future leaders can engage with artificial intelligence, and how we all can make a difference. One theme that stood out was Obama’s advice for bridging gaps — something that feels especially vital in today’s fractured world.Continue Reading What President Obama Taught Me (Again) About Bridging Gaps

Last week, I woke up with a migraine and a heavy heart.

If I’m honest, I was also angry. Very angry.

In part, that’s because I saw people – especially those with privilege and platforms – suddenly speaking out in defense of the rule of law, urging others to join them. And listen, that matters. It matters a lot.

But the first thing that I wondered was: Where have you been? Continue Reading When It’s Safe to Speak Up

I was an early adopter of virtual networking. As an introvert and remote worker, for me, the ability to connect from my computer from wherever I am has a variety of benefits and always will – I know that I’m not alone in this. While I am confident that it’s possible to build and sustain strong personal relationships online, there is no true replacement for in-person connection. I know that we all lead incredibly busy lives, so it’s tempting to sign up for that one-hour or even three-hour virtual session instead of committing to a three-day event out of the office, especially when it means time away from your family. But I want to assure you that even if you use virtual networking to stay engaged, your relationships are suffering from the lack of your in-person presence. Continue Reading Taking It Offline: Why In-Person Connections Still Matter in a Virtual World

When I speak with law firms, two topics come up over and over again—the practical implementation of AI in the practice of law and the challenge of attracting and retaining talent.

Law firms, like all businesses, are in a constant battle for top talent. But when people join a firm—whether as young and enthusiastic lawyers or seasoned practitioners—what is it that truly keeps them there?Continue Reading The War for Talent: Making the Case for a Culture Fit

In the grind of the day-to-day, it can sometimes be easy to forget who is at the center of everything we do – our clients. I’d like to offer you two contrasting stories that serve as a reminder of putting clients first (which I know we all strive to do!) and show how going that extra mile can really make the difference in adding value. Continue Reading The Good and the Ugly: Lessons in Putting Clients First

As we all rush to finish up our work for the end of the year, very few things will make me stop what I’m doing and focus on them – and that, folks, is what you want to achieve with your own content.

What am I talking about?

Greentarget and Zeughauser Group’s 2025 State of Digital & Content Marketing Survey Report. Along with being one of my favorite ways to wrap up the year, this report offers critical insights into what content resonates with executive decision-makers – which is why lawyers and law firms should also be digging into its content. Continue Reading The 2025 State of Content Marketing: What C-Suite and In-House Counsel Value Most