The American culture of compulsive productivity has led to unprecedented levels of burnout among working professionals. Although burnout is not exclusive to the legal industry, it has become something of an epidemic. According to a 2020 survey by the California Lawyers Association, 24% of female respondents and 17% of male respondents had “considered leaving the [...]
Throughout the last decade, the idea of work-life balance has become increasingly popular. So, what does the term actually mean? According to the Cambridge Dictionary, it can be defined as “the amount of time you spend doing your job compared with the amount of time you spend with your family and doing things you enjoy.” [...]
How do you become a partner in a law firm? Conventional wisdom suggests that you might be offered a partnership as a result of hard work, demonstrated commitment to the firm, expertise in a certain practice area, and strong client relationships. While these factors certainly play a role, there are some unexpected things that [...]
As law firms across the country transition to remote offices, legal professionals have been forced to quickly adjust their workflow. This has created a steep learning curve, with most people focused on Zoom etiquette and monitoring frequent court status changes. As we begin to adjust to this new normal, it’s beneficial to consider the sustainability [...]
Life as an attorney is not easy. Clients breathing down your neck, touch and go court cases and depositions that feel more like interrogations are enough to increase anybody’s stress levels! However, one Cincinnati-based lawyer believes he has created the solution for attorneys who struggle to keep their stress levels down and remain calm whilst [...]
Does your law firm currently have a wellness program? How about health initiatives? Whether you’re thinking of implementing a brand new program or improving an existing one, there are steps that you can take to make sure the rollout is successful. In this article, we’ll show you how you can promote total wellness in your [...]
Common sense tells us that your firm is only as strong as your attorneys. So, how can you make sure that your attorneys are operating at their highest level? It all starts with attorney wellbeing. Your attorneys are at their best when they feel that their wellbeing is supported throughout all levels of your organization. [...]
As legal professionals, we devote the majority of our time to serving our clients. After all, that is a cornerstone of our job description! However, professionals in the legal industry tend to overextend themselves, allowing the needs of others to overshadow their own. Often, that leads legal professionals to experience issues affecting their health and [...]
Summer weather is here, bringing with it the temptation to shirk the stuffy office wear and don cool summer sandals and bikinis. A new season full of fresh strawberries and possibilities! Moreover, the longer days of summer are energizing, making the warm weather season a perfect time for legal professionals to evaluate and consider career [...]
Before mobile devices became a part of our daily lives, work-life balance was a struggle for many in the legal industry. Now, with technology keeping us plugged in at all hours and all locations, that balance is even harder to maintain. Throw in urgent-sounding messages from clients, co-workers, and prospective clients, and it's easy to [...]
