Many organizations finalize their annual budgets and do not meaningfully revisit them until year end. This session focuses on the value of conducting a mid-Q1 budget versus actuals review, with a specific emphasis on the revenue side of the business. Attendees will learn how to assess early-year revenue performance, identify emerging gaps or risks, and determine whether the organization is truly on track to meet its annual goals.

Drawing from real-world law firm and professional services experience, this session will walk through practical techniques for analyzing revenue trends, understanding the drivers behind variances, and implementing targeted course-correction strategies while there is still time to influence outcomes. Participants will leave with actionable tools they can apply immediately within their own organizations.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1. Understand why a mid-Q1 budget versus actuals review is a critical early warning system for revenue performance
2. Identify key revenue metrics and trends to evaluate when comparing budgeted revenue to actual results
3. Diagnose common causes of revenue shortfalls or misalignment early in the year
4. Apply practical strategies to correct or stabilize revenue performance while preserving long-term goals
5. Communicate revenue variances and corrective actions effectively to firm leadership and stakeholders

Join us in-person at Nixon Peabody or virtually through the link provided after registration. We look forward to seeing you!

Patricia Zulaica

Patricia Zulaica is the Executive Director at JKZ LLP. She brings nearly six years of experience in the legal industry with a strong focus on operational excellence and data-driven strategy. Known for her keen analytical insight and collaborative leadership style, she is passionate about using data to drive smart decision-making and sustainable growth.

Outside the office, Patricia is a proud mom of energetic boy and girl twins who keep her on her toes and inspire her every day. She’s also a devoted dog lover and actively fosters and rescues dogs in her community. Her personal and professional worlds are guided by a deep commitment to care, clarity, and continuous improvement.

Business Partner Sponsors:

Thank you to our Diamond Business Partners Acrisure Insurance, Afinety. Inc., King Courier, and Pacific Office Automation for sponsoring the session.

The Golden Gate Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators is an approved CLM 
provider.  This session satisfies the required educational criteria in the following areas:

CLM® Recertification Credit:  1 hour in the subject area of Financial Management (FM).

CLM^® Application Credit for Functional Specialists: 1 hour in the subject area of Financial Management (FM)
toward the additional hours required of some Functional Specialists to fulfill the CLM application requirements.

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Meeting contacts: Traci Staggs and Lilliane Villanueva.