When it's time to come home; how easy it is to return to your old firm can depend on ow gracefully you exited
Article Abstract:
The rule of thumb "never burn your bridges" as good advice to have followed for lawyers wanting to return to their original employer after some entrepreneurial foray is discussed. Not venting over a perceived injustice or offering negative criticism of the firm is recommended.
Publication Name: ABA Journal
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0747-0088
Year: 2001
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Taking a bully by the horns; victims of control freaks don't have to suffer silently
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A pattern of deliberate and hurtful behaviors, sometimes even including physically menacing behavior, is at its heart a control issue and is known colloquially as workplace bullying. This is a problem in businesses nationwide. Law firm environments, with their lawyers who tend to be ego-driven and aggressive are, however, the perfect breeding ground for such behavior. Techniques for dealing with such behavior are given.
Publication Name: ABA Journal
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0747-0088
Year: 1999
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