Human Resources

Alcoholism is a widespread problem in the legal profession. Whether it is the high levels of stress involved in the profession, the number of lawyers who hate their jobs, or just something about law practice that attracts or enables those with substance abuse problems, the alcoholism problem among lawyers is undeniable.

How to deduct medical bills as business expenses at your law firm.

While it is rare for attorney conflicts to erupt into physical fights, it is not uncommon for attorneys to deal with each other in a manner that would be considered rude and unprofessional in any other occupation.

Are the terms of your associate compensation contract clear? Are your associates owed a bonus if they leave the firm? The law firm of Nixon Peabody is going to find out. Read about a lawsuit filed against them claiming that a former associate is entitled to a large bonus.

Want ideas on how to get employees to provide feedback on what they think should be changed at your law firm, as well as their comments on what you are doing right? Try the "Start Stop Continue" approach recommended by Ruby Receptionists in this blog post.

Legal outsourcing, also called legal process outsourcing (LPO), is where a law firm outsources legal research projects to an outside company, often in India. The following directory lists some of the more popular legal outsourcing companies.

Are you interested in practicing law part-time, on a flex time schedule, or in some other alternative law practice arrangement? Read this article by Wendy Werner in the ABA Law Practice Magazine for some guidance on how to make that transition.