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April 28, 2003 | New Jersey Law Journal

Seeking Credibility as a Youthful Looking Lawyer

I'm going to be joining a large law firm this fall and would like advice on handling my image. Specifically, I look very young for my age. How best can I look credible to my fellow lawyers and, more importantly, my clients? Any tips regarding clothing, demeanor or anything else?

By Holly English

10 minute read

February 02, 2004 | Texas Lawyer

Cupid in the Cubicles

A Q&A on the potential perils of office romance.

By Holly English

8 minute read

June 23, 2003 | New Jersey Law Journal

Changing Attitudes on Firm Flexibility

Despite the desire by many attorneys at some time in their careers to have more flexibility in their working arrangements, particularly now that technology makes it so much easier, decision makers and even the candidates for flexibility themselves resist such arrangements. The deterrents to faster progress are perceived fears and uncalculated costs and benefits.

By Phyllis Weiss Haserot and Holly English

7 minute read

June 24, 2002 | National Law Journal

The Work of Socializing

Holly English answers readers` questions about workplace relations.

By Holly English

15 minute read

May 20, 2002 | New Jersey Law Journal

The Pros and Cons of Private Practice

Summary.

By Holly English

7 minute read

March 01, 2004 | Texas Lawyer

Once You're a Partner, You're a Boss: Do It Right

Now that you've made partner, and undoubtedly will have more employees to mind, you're in the perfect position to become the kind of boss that people love rather than loathe.

By Holly English

7 minute read

December 02, 2002 | National Law Journal

Boosting Office Morale

Legal Times' workplace advice columnist Holly English addresses how to deal with low morale, a partner who doesn't say thanks, and an important client who's mean to people.

By Holly English

11 minute read

March 11, 2002 | National Law Journal

You Can't Fire 'Family'

Holly English answers readers' questions about workplace problems.

By Holly English

7 minute read

May 15, 2006 | Texas Lawyer

How to Confront Backstabbing at the Office

Questions and answers about how to deal with a double-crosser at work.

By Holly English

5 minute read

November 04, 2003 | The Legal Intelligencer

Getting Ready for Reviews Is a Year-Round Affair

Q: My firm's associate review procedure only allows associates to choose firm partners as their reviewers, as opposed to other senior associates. Although this may be standard practice, I have only just finished my first year at this large law firm and, on some of my assignments, I have not had any contact with the partner in charge.

By Holly English

7 minute read