The year has thrown up some unique challenges and opportunities for law firms and lawyers, as will the year to come. Lawyers Weekly speaks with industry leaders across the legal spectrum about how the events of 2009 have affected firms and what's in store for 2010. We get the boutique view from John Kain, Director of Kain Corporate + Commercial.

The lull in legal services at the top end of town has highlighted the emerging force of boutique firms, and the talent war is on for the boutiques to secure some top talent.