Some law firms will likely try to expand profits at all costs this year, particularly if they saw modest growth in 2023. But they do so at their own risk, as “profit-mindedness” remains the most commonly identified negative aspect of law firm culture, according to results of a new survey.

“The continued disdain for emphasis on profitability” was among the primary findings of the 2023 Law Firm Culture Survey report from Major Lindsey Africa, released Tuesday. Nearly 40% of respondents identified “profit-mindedness” as one of the top traits that inspires negative feelings toward their firms—easily the most frequent response on the topic of law firm culture.

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