Law Firm People Management

Handle situations of perceived unfairness with care, for they can quickly spin out of control. Observations from an employment lawyer who also manages a law firm.

Lori Mihalich-Levin | I've discovered that during any major life transition, focusing on these strategies can provide structure to the unknown and reduce anxiety.

David and Karen Skinner | We asked a group of over 250 legal professionals what they found hardest about working remotely. It boils down to one thing.

Simply saying “thank you” can go a long way toward improving morale, retaining valuable staff members and keeping your clients coming back.

Debbie Foster | The more effort you invest in building an effective and accountable team, the less time you’ll spend focusing on barriers to your firm's goals.

Susan Kostal | The pandemic has demanded empathy, flexibility, innovation and, in some cases, increased transparency. The future of legal services delivery demands the same.

Law firms are scrambling to reconfigure workspaces for the new reality. Approaching renovations holistically allows opportunities for positive changes.

Working with both in-person and remote teams may conjure a cauldron of frightful scenarios! Here are ideas to help you dispel malevolent forces and perk up the people on your team.

Carson Tate | To build strong, authentic relationships in this new world of work, use the Platinum Rule, identify your colleagues’ workstyles, and tailor your communication to co-workers’ preferences.

Susan Hodges | What will the post-pandemic law firm look like? Will it be totally virtual? And will that be truly effective? Will I even still want to practice law?