Secretaries / Administrative Assistants

This strategy is admittedly a bit hard to implement.

And, looking back, the receptionist is grateful.

Would you want such a program in place at your law firm?

Arts columnist Harry Graff still hopes this season of Suits will tackle something more interesting than secretary-related drama.

Would you want this policy to be implemented at your law firm?

Cultural critic Harry Graff dives headfirst into the new season of Suits -- does he like it any better now?

First this firm tried voluntary buyouts; now it's resorting to layoffs.

It sounds like working with this woman is a real drag. What would you do in this situation?

This secretary didn't want to be a partner's sexytary, and now she's suing.

Do you think the costumes these legal professionals are wearing represent their roles in a law firm setting?

This guy is a partner who wants an employee to "reduce [his] stress level" by handling every task that he feels is beneath his lofty stature.

What options are available to lawyers who can’t or don’t want to pick up the phone every time it rings?

What are the many benefits of having low overhead? Managing partner Bruce Stachenfeld identifies several.

Which major firm wants to trim its payroll through a voluntary retirement program, and how generous are the buyouts on offer?

Anonymous Recruitment Director fields questions from paralegals and secretaries and discusses when you should (and shouldn't) use a legal recruiter/headhunter.

Which prominent law firm recently announced double-digit cuts?

Which firm is offering “very generous” packages to inspire employees to walk away?

This firm isn't conducting layoffs just yet. Instead, it's offering extremely generous buyout packages.

Which firm just conducted a double-digit layoff?

Which law firm just cut dozens of employees, both lawyers and staff, across 10 offices?