Legal budgets are increasingly scrutinised, and allocating resources wisely requires a more strategic, risk-led approach than ever before. This session will explore how legal teams can prioritise spend based on risk exposure, business impact and regulatory pressure, rather than historical patterns or intuition. Speakers will discuss frameworks for risk assessment, the use of KPIs and data to support decision-making, and practical ways to align investment with organisational objectives while maintaining robust oversight. Attendees will gain actionable insights into building a transparent, defensible and value-driven legal spend strategy that strengthens resilience and supports sustainable business growth.