As Rodney King asked, after the civil unrest in Los Angeles that erupted as a result of his beating by police officers, “Can’t we all just get along?” One of the many dramatic changes that swept the legal profession over the past 30 years is the growing number of women, minorities, and others with diverse…
The office holiday party or other business holiday entertaining can be an opportunity to further your career, ruin your reputation, and everything in between. The smart partygoer knows how to make the most of the situation, and even have a good time. An invitation to a holiday function should be taken very seriously and you…
Counter offers often are made by employers so that you will leave the firm on your current employer’s terms, not yours. Counter offers only come into play when you have threatened to leave or given notice of your termination. Employers do not like to be “fired” (no one likes rejection), so a counter offer can…
So, you’ve just accepted the job offer of your dreams. What now? How best to make the transition from your current employment to your new venture? Our bottom line advice: DON’T BURN ANY BRIDGES! First of all, if you have an employment contract or partnership agreement, refresh your recollection regarding notice requirements (e.g., how long,…
