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Training and workshopping for law firms

Why use Concatena?

The firms that will stand out in the next decade aren't just the ones whose lawyers know their stuff.

They're the ones whose lawyers can make clients feel like they're in safe hands when the topic gets complicated. And that's not easy.

Training and facilitation from Concatena goes beyond technical expertise. It gives your lawyers and teams the practical knowledge, skills and confidence they need to do their best work.

I have been where they are. I'm a qualified solicitor with more than 20 years PQE, and prior to launching Concatena I was a partner in a global law firm specialising in technology and data protection law. Not only that, but I also spent almost a decade as a professional support lawyer, as well as acting as Head of Data Governance across multiple jurisdictions, so I've seen law firms from all directions.

I understand how law firms work, and what makes training land.

What Concatena can help your firm achieve

Concatena's training and workshops are designed to help your firm:

  • develop practical expertise that clients really value
  • make lawyers’ lives easier with actionable skills training that improves everyday work and capitalise on those marginal gains
  • generate trust within teams and foster inclusion and psychological safety
  • make better decisions with structured, externally facilitated workshops

Courses can be tailored to your requirements, delegates and firm values, standards and precedents. Bespoke training is also available.

Who is this for?

I work with commercial law firms of all sizes, from specialist boutiques to large national and international firms, and our training is right for:

  • Partners and leaders - who want to lead inclusive, high‑performing teams and feel confident on complex tech and data topics.
  • Associates and trainees - who need practical, applied training in contracts, technology, data protection and personal effectiveness.
  • Business services, KM and operational teams - who support legal work and need to understand how law, data, technology and inclusion fit together.

How I work with law firms

Every firm is different, but the process is usually:

  1. Short call to understand your firm, audience and objectives.
  2. Proposal with suggested session outlines, format options and a clear fee proposal.
  3. Refinement of content so it aligns with your precedents, values and risk appetite.
  4. Delivery of the agreed sessions, pre-recorded, live and online or in person.
  5. Feedback and follow‑up - including optional materials or ideas for follow‑on sessions, and summaries of learning points for continuing competence evidence.

Sessions are usually priced on a fixed‑fee basis per session or per programme - more information can be provided on request.

I design all work with law firms - including training and facilitation - to be as accessible and neuroinclusive as possible. That may include clear agendas, multiple ways to participate, cameras‑off options, and materials designed with accessibility in mind. If you or your colleagues have particular access needs, please let me know so we can plan accordingly.

Delivery

Sessions can be delivered online or in person, in a format that fits your firm.

I can also provide bespoke tailored asynchronous training following a live session, making the learning points more accessible than simply watching a recording.

What other people say

"Gayle is able to untangle complex legal and technical issues and explain them in a way which makes sense for those unfamiliar with data protection and technology." IT Manager, UK law firm

"Very refreshing and inspirational." Head of Legal, UK public body

"Engaging, relatable, and honest." Senior in‑house counsel, major corporate

"Gayle is hugely knowledgeable with regards to her field and considers every angle." Corporate partner, global law firm

"Her technical knowledge is second to none." Senior in‑house counsel, major corporate

"Gayle's approach is both engaging, and positively disarming." Senior Innovation Manager, national law firm

"Days where you chat to Gayle are brighter than those you don't." Senior Associate, in‑house legal team, UK law firm

Please get in touch for a short, no‑obligation call to discuss how we can work together or for further information on your training needs

Get in touch!

Find out more about the kind of training I provide at the links below:

Legal and technical training
Courses include: AI and technology for lawyers * Advising clients on AI use (for technology lawyers) * Clients who use AI – a primer for non‑technology lawyers * Technology basics for lawyers in: * commercial * real estate * employment * corporate * litigation Data protection and data governance * Data protection basics for: * commercial lawyers * real estate lawyers
ConcatenaGayle McFarlane
Skills training
Technical knowledge is only part of what makes a successful lawyer. I also offer skills training to support sustainable, inclusive performance. Personal skills * AI for lawyers – its strengths, risks and how to get the most out of it to make your day better * Practical IT skills for lawyers – (OK, I
ConcatenaGayle McFarlane
Neurodiversity, disability and inclusion
Boost retention and wellbeing by driving trust and inclusion in your firm. In addition to the inclusion and accessibility content above, courses include: * Working with neurodivergence – your own, or within your team * Practical accommodations and productivity for ADHD * A deep dive into neurodivergence for inclusion or HR teams * Collecting disability
ConcatenaGayle McFarlane
Workshopping
Facilitated workshops for teams and leaders Fed up of meetings where nothing gets decided, or where everyone seems to leave with a different understanding of what was agreed? With an externally facilitated workshop, you can make the most of your face‑to‑face time and successfully navigate: * working‑style differences
ConcatenaGayle McFarlane