A crisis like the current Covid-19 pandemic is fertile ground for misinformation and communication missteps. Right now, with so many firms’ offices closed and staff members working remotely, there are some important communication best practices to follow to keep...
What Law Firms Can Do to Protect Employees from Discrimination
Employers are responsible for protecting staff from a variety of risks that impact their well-being. In addition to creating policies and platforms that safeguard employees from physical threats, organizations need to proactively institute programs that target often...
Five Strategies Law Firms Can Implement to Increase Firm Diversity
The case for building a culturally diverse workforce is stronger than ever. Adherence to legislation under the Equal Opportunity Employment Commission, in addition to value-driven initiatives such as best practices, have prompted firms to embrace inclusion and...
What Firms Need to Know About Performance Appraisals
Feedback is critical to bolstering workplace morale, managing employee expectations, and establishing a company culture with a focus on high standards and peak performance. Studies have reported that performance development and assessment creates a winning environment...
Promoting Employee Engagement in the Summer
Summertime means enjoying some down time for many employees—and less time thinking about work. Warm sunny days may make it difficult to focus on work when getaway spots beckon (as do kids home from school). One study revealed that workplace productivity drops 20% and...
The Top 10 Human Resource Issues that Affect Law Firms
Human Resources is an invaluable asset to every business, and law firms are no exception. This specialized field requires professional expertise and experience. Although most law firms deal with a diversity of clients on a daily basis, many managing partners do not...