In-house legal teams are under increasing pressure to deliver efficiency and value. One area under scrutiny is how external legal services are sourced. While the Request for Proposal (RFP) process is often associated with selecting new law firms or building panels, its real power lies in how it can be used more tactically, for individual matters, within an existing panel or preferred firm arrangement. When used thoughtfully, RFPs can drive better outcomes, improve cost predictability, and reinforce strong supplier relationships....