February 2026
VOLUME 45, ISSUE 2

Table of Contents

Features: Talent Retention and Engagement

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The Future of the Billable Hour

By Alex Heshmaty

Increasing use of AI can lead to a potential drop in hands-on time spent on casework. Are billable hours still the best method for charging clients?

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Job Descriptions Overhaul: Rehabbing Outdated Expectations

By Sabrina Martin

Learn when job descriptions don’t work and how to improve them.

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Transforming Paralegals Into Strategic Assets: A Retention Playbook

By Kelly Zimmerman

The role of the paralegal is shifting — but are firm administrators and attorneys paying attention?

Columns

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Big Ideas: ALA President's Letter

Falling Behind on Your 2026 Goals? Don’t Give Up Yet

By Travis Armstrong, CLM, CPA

Learning from failure, setting goals and trying again are important skills in our professional and personal lives.

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Human Resources Management

From Paycheck to Purpose: Enhancing Your Employer Brand

By Dawn Anderson, CLM, JD, PHR, SPHR

Learn how to develop a unique employee value proposition to foster a strong environment in your workplace and ensure retention.

Departments

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Industry News:
Legal Management Updates

How to Boost Your Associate ROI

By Bryan Parker

Cycling through associates is costly. Learn how to increase retention through consistent feedback, mentorship and training.

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Tips & Trends:
Industry Advice and Developments

How AI Helps Amplify Your Team's Value, Not Erase It

By Ben Jennings

If rolled out thoughtfully, AI can be an asset rather than a threat to legal professionals.

 

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