Extras

There’s a growing talent gap in the legal industry. Gene Commander points to talent development and career advancement strategies that can propel midsize and smaller firms into the next decade.

Joan Feldman | Quitting is pretty tough for those of us who believe our highest accomplishment is to dig in our heels and persevere.

Have you noticed how reluctant lawyers are to discuss retirement? The mere mention of the change causes discomfort. You might recognize these five obstacles to discussing your own retirement. Obstacles and Actions for Planning Retirement Being ...

Roy Ginsburg | This is no time to be shy. Clients are never as price-sensitive as you think.

There's no magic spell for how to make friends, but there is a proven formula that's one part authenticity and two parts patience.

How do you design compensation plans that are good for your law firm and the new hire? Follow the wise counsel of the rule of thirds. Compensation plans have become a hot topic as competition increases for good attorneys. Yet here’s the problem: ...

When you are a first-year associate in a big law firm the way is fraught with booby-traps. Here are 17 tips to help you become an excellent attorney. A family friend recently graduated from law school and will be starting his career at a large ...

“Law is a jealous mistress.” After two of my own divorces, I got a better idea of how lawyers can have successful relationships.

Nothing But the Ruth | Here's what I really want to say in my client engagement agreements.

Process Improvement Tips | Essential steps to ensure your annual legal fee increases are thoughtful, fair and easy to implement.