From Above the Law By Elie Mystal I find it funny that firms that want to skimp on bonuses also expect associates to make sure they are helping the overall health and performance of the firm. At some level, why should associates care if the firm is up to date on its collections? It’s not [...]
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From Above the Law By Elie Mystal Last month, we profiled Steven Pesner, a partner at Akin Gump who sounded like an egomaniac while threatening associates who did not promptly enter in their time. Prior to Pesner, Simpson Thacher threatened to dock the pay of timekeepers who are delinquent. Entering time is important, but sometimes [...]
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From the Careerist By Vivia Chen Partners, I feel your pain. Squeezed by the bad economy and badgering clients, you really have to hustle to take home that million or two these days. What’s more, you face an enemy at your own firm: Lawyers who won’t or can’t get their time sheets in on time. [...]
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