You hire an associate attorney. You invest time training them, introduce them to clients, and finally felt they were able to take some work off your plate. Soon after, they give notice. According to an updated report on associate attrition by the National Association for Law Placement Foundation, your situation is not uncommon. Let's talk about associate retention.

If you want to improve your meeting management skills, take your inspiration from the conductor.

Finding the right associate to join your firm can feel a lot like fishing. There may be plenty of fish in the sea, but you are searching for a star. Your job description is the first connection potential applicants have with you. You want that first contact to capture their attention and interest while also conveying your values and the benefits of working with you.

The OAAP is pleased to announce that Kirsten Blume, JD, MA candidate has joined the OAAP as an Attorney Counselor Associate!

To prevent mishaps and errors, you may need to evaluate how cases proceed through your office. Having a smooth process can avoid inaccuracies and save time. You can be more efficient if you have a well-defined and planned workflow for you and your staff.