The Next Generation Think Tank (NGT) is our platform for future-focused thinking. It brings together emerging talent from across the firm to anticipate change, tackle complex challenges, and strengthen client relationships. Guided by three pillars: Innovate, Solve & Connect, NGT ensures Shoosmiths stays ahead of the curve and ready for what’s next.

Innovate | Helping the firm stay ahead of change and prepared for whatever’s coming next:

We horizon-scan for trends shaping the legal market, client industries, and ways of working. We do this with a focus on spotting emerging risks and opportunities, providing insights and recommended solutions to help the firm adapt before competitors. The NGT proactively generate ideas that drive progress towards our 2030 vision and address next-generation challenges.

Solve | Complex challenges are met with fresh thinking, and future leaders are built from within:

Acting as a trusted advisory group for senior leaders, investigating pressing business issues and testing new approaches, resulting in delivering solutions that are informed by diverse, next-gen perspectives to strengthen decision-making and innovation.

Connect | Stronger client ties and a reputation as a progressive, client-focused firm:

We launch collaborative innovation pilots with real clients to solve real-world challenges and engage with next-generation professionals at client organisations and emerging companies to deepen peer-level relationships and loyalty. This positions Shoosmiths as a law firm that understands what’s coming—and is ready to shape it.