Law firm culture reflects the company's and its employees' attitudes and behaviors. Culture can be observed in the way people interact with each other, how they make decisions and the values they hold. The primary aspects of a company's culture are employee engagement, work environment and leadership style. However, a law firm's culture involves many combined and interwoven factors. Other factors contributing to its culture can include:

  • Communication styles
  • Time management and output expectations
  • Career development opportunities
  • Colleague social connections

Why Culture Matters to Law Firms

Nearly half of all job-seekers say company culture is an essential factor, and a culture that attracts high-caliber employees can result in a 33% revenue increase. Whether they realize it or not, every company has a culture. If a law firm isn't intentionally and proactively developing and defining its culture, it could become a negative culture.