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Features: Midyear Performance and Operational Reviews

A Legal Administrator’s Guide to Implementing Midyear Reviews

Many companies and law firms conduct one annual review a year, but adopting midyear check-ins may lead to better communication and greater development among employees.

How Periodical Reviews Lead to Better Interpersonal Relationships

Consistent check-ins on a firm’s operational performance not only gives managers an idea of workload but also allows them to better understand their employees’ needs and progress.

Setting SMART vs. STAR Goals: Which Framework Is Right for Your Firm?

SMART. STAR. SWOT. Learn what these acronyms mean for you.

Columns

How Volunteering Can Increase Your Impact

New ALA president Elyssa A. Goldstein shares her approach to leadership and how ALA members can serve the community.

Sitting Down with Danny Goldberg

Legal Management’s Senior Managing Editor spoke with keynote speaker Danny Goldberg in a Q&A focused on how to create a safe and productive workplace.

Managing Risk Through HR Audits: Four Key Areas for Law Firm Administrators

In Dawn Anderson’s Human Resources Management column, she shares how law firm administrators can best conduct audits to remain in compliance with both state and federal laws.

Departments

The Panic Before the Numbers: How AI Can Transform Your Midyear Review

Law firms using artificial intelligence to conduct operational reviews may be missing a crucial perspective: the human element.

Future-Proofing the Firm: The People Component

Adopting artificial intelligence requires more than technology training. Learn what your firm can do to prepare your people as well.