Associates belly up to the bar (associations, that is); firms that promote a culture of such outside participation reap valuable long-term benefits
Article Abstract:
Issues regarding the professional development resulting from participation in bar associations are discussed. The failure to encourage participation by attorneys in such work has produced a definite decline in professional development, and such work can mentor associates with its educational value.
Publication Name: The National Law Journal
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0162-7325
Year: 2000
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A great balance; some firms have figured out how to make profits and have a life outside the office
Article Abstract:
The movement among some law firms towards permitting lawyers to enjoy a personal life while still remaining profitable is discussed. Atlanta's Morris, Manning and Martin is a leader in this endeavor. Such firms tend to represent technology-related business, pay based on merit rather than seniority, and have participatory management.
Publication Name: The National Law Journal
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0162-7325
Year: 2000
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Terminating law partners can be a risky venture; courts will determine whether the firing, when challenged, was done in good faith or for a 'predatory purpose.'(Law Office Management)
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The Uniform Partnership Act gives law firm partners some protection from summary dismissal, as it only recognizes expulsions in good faith under the partnership agreement. Good faith means that there was good cause for removing the partner. The courts will decide whether a challenged dismissal met this condition or happened for a 'predatory purpose.' Expulsion by judicial action is another possibility. Causes can include significant breach of the partnership agreement and wrongful conduct.
Publication Name: The National Law Journal
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0162-7325
Year: 1997
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