-There is a severe lack of training for support staff. They just throw you in there and expect you to learn via trial by fire. If you make a mistake, you are chastised despite not being given support.
-The attorneys definitely treat staff/paralegals as second class citizens. Sometimes it is blatant with attorneys favoring certain staff. They will address one staff member and ignore the rest in a group. Very uncomfortable.
-Some of the attorneys wait until the very last minute to meet deadlines on a consistent basis. Then you are expected to work overtime or are dragged through the mud because the blame of the deadline passing is placed on you!
-Lots of nepotism. Pay attention to which attorney is married to who, which attorneys kid gets jobs at the firm, who is related to HR. It's insane. They get away with a lot.
-The paralegal group is a revolving door. They have one paralegal that has been there for 20+ years and boy do they take advantage of her. The attorneys will give her work exclusively, not giving the other paralegals a chance for experience.
-The office culture is terrible. It's quiet. No one interacts. There are no office outings. No incentives for staff.
-Don't expect a bonus.
-Absolutely no opportunity for advancement for support staff. You will not find a career here.
