Principles, Processes and Practices in Legal Management of Organizations

Human activities cannot be separated from legal issues. All human relationships are attached to legal risk. Therefore legal management is an important approach in managing organizations. Not only in profit-oriented businesses but also in other spheres such as social, which may include religious, charity, environment, and other kinds of foundations to manage legal risks that may arise. In practice, legal management encompasses a variety of principles, processes, and practices. These principles include an understanding of applicable legal rules and compliance with them. The legal management process involves the identification of legal risks, management of legal documents, and appropriate legal consultation. Meanwhile, legal management practice involves legal ownership activities, handling of legal issues, and preventive approaches to managing legal risk. In conducting legal management, collaboration between internal and external legal departments as well as support from organizational stakeholders is essential. In addition, legal awareness and legal-related training are also needed to enhance understanding and sensitivity to the relevant legal aspects within the organization. By applying the principles, processes, and practices of legal management properly, organizations can reduce legal risks that may harm them, and carry out their operations effectively with due regard to applicable legal aspects.

Keywords: Management, Law, Principle, Process, Practice, Legal Risk.