The American Lawyer | Analysis
By Justin Henry | Christine Charnosky | Jessie Yount | September 13, 2023
Wilson Sonsini and Goodwin Procter are part of a growing wave of law firms seeking a head start to law school recruiting. Nearly twice as many early offers were made to 2Ls for summer 2023 programs as for the previous year, per NALP data.
The American Lawyer | Commentary
By Noreen Weiss | September 8, 2023
"Entrepreneurialism thrives in communities that facilitate sharing of ideas and opportunities. Rather than allowing departmental silos and internal competition, firms need to look at how collaboration at all levels can be encouraged," says gunnercooke's Noreen Weiss.
The American Lawyer | Analysis
By Thomas Spigolon | September 7, 2023
"Law firms are different from other businesses—they just are," said Atlanta-based law firm consultant Alexa Ross. "Lawyers don't want to be told what to do and when to do it."
The American Lawyer | Analysis
By Justin Henry | September 6, 2023
Many firm leaders view the adoption of hoteling as a concession, said one consultant who works with law firms on real estate. The cost savings are real, but it also may send the message that the return-to-office campaign has hit a wall.
The American Lawyer | Analysis
By Jessie Yount | September 5, 2023
For all the draws of flexible work, some firms still face challenges around compensation, expectations and cultural alignment that may stand in the way of using it as a strategy to attract talent.
By Andrew Maloney | August 31, 2023
Common billing reminders often begin in September, from managers asking partners in meetings to pledge what they think they're going to collect, to some managers going door-to-door in the office to discuss it.
The American Lawyer | Analysis
By Patrick Smith | Andrew Maloney | Hank Grezlak | August 30, 2023
Communication, clear expectations, frequent meetings and giving associates a venue to "flex different muscles" can help address any skill gaps.
The American Lawyer | Analysis
By Patrick Smith | Andrew Maloney | Hank Grezlak | August 28, 2023
Consultants and partners have bluntly described some younger associates as "lacking accountability and initiative." But surveys suggest younger lawyers and aspiring lawyers are more varied in their motivations than earlier generations.
The American Lawyer | Analysis
By Andrew Maloney | August 25, 2023
Midsize law firms are seeing faster demand growth than big firms. But this segment of the market is still vulnerable to large, existential threats.
The American Lawyer | Commentary
By Gloria Gomez-O'Rourke and Gretta Rusanow | August 24, 2023
Clients are slower to pay, but that means inventory is building. If firms start seeing checks come in, the second half of 2023 could be much more promising, Citi's midyear survey shows.
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