Law firm partnership has never been a simple “make partner and share profits” milestone. Today’s partnership landscape is increasingly tiered, metric-driven, and designed to manage firm profitability—often by expanding non-equity roles while concentrating equity ownership. This recent report....
Read ArticleThe global legal industry is a cornerstone of modern economies, generating immense revenue while addressing the complex needs of corporations, governments, and individuals. At the forefront of this sector are the world’s largest law firms, ranked by revenue, often dubbed "Big Law." These firms wie....
Read ArticleExecutive SummaryLaw firm culture profoundly shapes attorney satisfaction, retention, and advancement. With associate attrition fluctuating between 18–26% in recent years and major gaps in work-life norms across firm types, aligning with the right culture is a career-critical decision.....
Read ArticleOver my 25‑year career in legal recruitment, I’ve seen firsthand how small law firms and solo practitioners face unique challenges in hiring top legal talent and sustaining long-term growth. In one particularly candid conversation with a Houston-based firm owner, I discussed the hurdles of high ....
Read ArticleThe legal profession is facing an unprecedented crisis: 20% of law firm associates left their positions in 2024, according to the latest NALP Foundation report—up from 18% in 2023. Meanwhile, attorneys report feeling burned out 42% of the time, with mid- and senior-level associates experiencing bu....
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