By Doug Striker bio Let's say you're looking for a lawyer to handle a rather complicated family matter. A friend recommends a lawyer whom he says is a legal genius, who works hard for his clients, knows the law inside and out, has a knack for finding legal loopholes, never loses a case, digs hard to get all the facts and looks under every rock. You're very excited to … [Read more...] about What does it mean to be a competent lawyer?
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Is this the most valuable perk for your employees?
Flexible work hours are the perk that influences employee satisfaction the most, according to a new survey by Clutch, a B2B research firm. More than 40% of the full-time U.S. employees surveyed say that flexible hours are the most important perk they receive, and over half (54%) say it's the perk that matters most to their job satisfaction. Professional development is the … [Read more...] about Is this the most valuable perk for your employees?
Entry-level law firm recruiting activity remains steady and robust
The National Association for Law Placement (NALP) released its annual Perspectives on 2017 Law Student Recruiting report, showing that entry-level law firm recruiting remained robust, although mostly flat compared to last year. The lack of additional growth after consistent increases over the last several years suggests that recruiting volumes may have peaked after a marked … [Read more...] about Entry-level law firm recruiting activity remains steady and robust
There’s an app for everything
Editor's picks: Most outrageous employee excuses for being late Use this one easy chart to track attorney profitability Why your law firm needs a wellness program and how you can build one that works … [Read more...] about There’s an app for everything
17 quick tips for law firm leaders
By Robert Denney bio Here are some quick pointers to keep in mind, whether you've been a firm leader for decades or are new to the position. Have a vision. If you don't know where you're going, you'll never get there. Develop a strategic plan and follow it. Hell is paved with good intentions and business plans that were never implemented. … [Read more...] about 17 quick tips for law firm leaders
Donʼt get into a merger without smoothing out these rough spots
A merger can bring in more clients, give the firm a presence in a new geographic area, and add depth to an existing practice area. It can also be the downfall for the merging parties, says Allan Hodgart, a strategic development advisor and managing director in the London office of Huron, an international management consulting organization. To be successful, both parties need … [Read more...] about Donʼt get into a merger without smoothing out these rough spots
What are your past employers saying about you?
It makes good business sense—and is respectful professional etiquette—to stay in touch with your former bosses, says Allison & Taylor, a national professional reference-checking firm. As your career advances, your efforts to stay connected with past employers could pay dividends many times over when they provide you with favorable professional references. Conversely, … [Read more...] about What are your past employers saying about you?
10 traits to look for in your firm’s next partner
By Bianca Moreiras bio Think you've found the perfect candidate for your firm's next partner? Before you make the offer, make sure the candidate has these 10 traits. 1. Honesty We would hope that all attorneys are honest; however, even stretching the truth when keeping timesheets is an act of dishonesty. Missing deadlines and making excuses perhaps is an oversight … [Read more...] about 10 traits to look for in your firm’s next partner
Sexual harassment in the workplace: how your practice’s policy can make a difference
Employees are more likely to report sexual harassment they witness at work when there is a zero-tolerance policy in place, according to a new study conducted by Florida International University (FIU). The study's findings show that companies where zero-tolerance policies are a top-priority are particularly effective in increasing the reporting of the most common forms of … [Read more...] about Sexual harassment in the workplace: how your practice’s policy can make a difference
The surprising answer to what your staff really wants
Flexible work arrangements are often at or near the top of survey lists. And yes, money matters. But, perhaps surprising, career development also gets top rankings. Employees want to acquire knowledge and learn new skills in order to do their jobs and advance their careers. What's more, development opportunities play an important role in keeping staff members – and … [Read more...] about The surprising answer to what your staff really wants