Legal Commentary

Larry Smith will be the next executive director of the Association of Legal Administration -- taking the reins in January to succeed John Michalik, who is retiring after 15 years with the Association.

Working with ALA's board of directors, Smith will oversee of the organization's operations, including its headquarters staff and 100 chapters, the organization notes.

Smith served for seven years as director of the American Bar Association Law Practice Management section. He has a J.D. from the University of Colorado School of Law.