Law Firm People Management

law firm hierarchy
Understanding the Law Firm Hierarchy: Why Collaboration Over Hierarchy Makes Sense

While most law firms default to a hierarchical organizational structure, a flat organization focused on collaboration has its benefits. Instead of focusing on traditional law firm titles and hierarchical structures, we’ve developed a ...

Leslie Howard - January 4, 2025
What is a Legal Assistant
What is a Legal Assistant and How Can They help lawyers

How can a legal assistant prevent backlogs and priority conflicts in you law firm? Find out how they keep your law office running smoothly so attorneys can focus on practicing law. If you share a legal administrative assistant with two or more ...

Deborah Savadra - November 28, 2024
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When Cultures Collide: How Children Inspire Inclusion in the Legal Profession

Julie Roundtree Livington | Our children have a lot to teach us, especially when approaching differences.

Julia Roundtree Livingston - November 11, 2024
lawyer leadership
Investing in Homegrown Leaders: Here’s How to Develop Effective Lawyer Leadership Skills

Yuliya LaRoe | Leadership skills. We all know they are important. But can they be taught?

Yuliya LaRoe - November 7, 2024
eDiscovery teams
Managing eDiscovery Teams and Rampant Burnout

Keli Maire | Working in eDiscovery is a pressure cooker. With the right approach, burnout can be managed and averted.

Keli Maire - October 16, 2024
non-traditional holidays
Who Wants Pie? Celebrating Non-Traditional Holidays at Your Law Firm

Law offices should celebrate non-traditional holidays that fit their culture, rather than feel obligated to celebrate in traditional ways.

Ruth Carter - September 30, 2024
law firm retreat
The Return of the Law Firm Retreat: Destination Choices and Trends

Ryan Spear | Retreats are back! Read a travel pro's views on what's changed and what to consider while planning your events.

Ryan Spear - September 30, 2024
mindset shift for a thriving legal business
Mindset Shift: Building a Thriving Legal Business

Molly McGrath | Control your thoughts and you control your destiny. A law firm leader’s role is to find and develop top talent. This mindset shift helps you see people more clearly and make better decisions.

Molly McGrath - September 5, 2024
strategic slowness
Strategic Slowness: A New Mantra for Law Firm Leaders

Gene Commander | Law firm leaders move from decision to decision at breakneck speed. Here's a counterintuitive recommendation: Adopt a mantra of “strategic slowness.”

Gene Commander - August 14, 2024
How to Hug a Porcupine
Book Review: How to Hug a Porcupine

Book Review | "How to Hug a Porcupine" is full of practical tips for dealing with prickly people.

Susan Cohodes - August 13, 2024
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