Small firm attorneys – are you treating your employees right?
Being a lawyer is hard, but being a part of the staff at a law firm, no matter what the size, is just as difficult. The law is a niche industry – think about what those who are working for you have to pick up on if it took years of experience, going to law school, and taking the bar exam (once, if not more) for you to get to where you are. They work hard, and this should be acknowledged and encouraged.
With that said, here are 5 things you should be doing for the employees at your firm:
You should always be keeping your employees in mind. Remember, even the smallest of details can go a long way.
Editor’s note, November 22, 2016: This article was first published in November, 2013. It has since been updated.
Related Resources:
- Managing Employees (FindLaw)
- Perk Up, Buttercup! 5 Incentives for Your Staff (FindLaw’s Strategist)
- What is a ‘Lifestyle’ Law Firm? (FindLaw’s Greedy Associates)
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