Many women attorneys in private practice are dealing with a constant stream of after-hours work communication. The late-night texts, even the ones that say “no rush,” can build into a steady source of stress, distraction, and burnout. This post explores the quiet toll they take—and how to start shifting the dynamic. What’s one thing you’ve […]

Change is coming. The only question is—will it shape you, or will you shape it? Big change never shows up at a perfect time. An engagement. A new title. A spouse’s cross-country job offer. A parent’s icy fall. And for women attorneys in private practice, the life you’ve been working so hard to balance starts

What happens next in your career isn’t about luck. It’s about recognizing the moment and choosing with intention. There are moments in your life and career when something shifts. Sometimes it’s quiet—a lingering thought, a sense that something isn’t quite right. Other times it’s loud—a proposal, a diagnosis, a partner’s job offer in another city.

“Lindsay” was an associate in the Denver office of a regional law firm. She was also planning her wedding. On paper, everything looked fine. She was staying on top of her matters, juggling drafts, deadlines, expectations, and vendor meetings, telling herself it was all still doable. Skipping a wedding planner, she told herself, was a

Have you ever thought about one simple, spontaneous action you can take today that your future self will be grateful for? It doesn’t have to be big—it can be as simple as reconnecting with an old friend or making a meaningful connection. For me, it’s calling my roommate from my sophomore year at The College

You are the one everyone can count on. You pick up extra work. You respond to emails late at night. You make sure deadlines are met, cases move forward, and senior partners look good. You are the reliable one. And yet, when it comes to your own career? You’re waiting. Waiting for the promotion.Waiting for

Most law firm leaders do not realize an associate is leaving until the resignation letter is already on their desk. By then, it is too late. The signs were there. Disengagement in meetings. Less enthusiasm. Fewer proactive contributions. But instead of addressing them, they hesitated. “I’ll bet it’s just a rough patch.”“If they’re that unhappy,

The One-Year Countdown: When Associates Leave, the Signs Start Long Before They Quit By the time an associate gives notice, their decision was made months ago. It wasn’t the last long night at the office.It wasn’t the compensation discussion.It wasn’t even the recruiter’s email that finally convinced them to leave. They had already been gone…mentally,

Your firm has made the right investment in associate growth and development. But if retention remains a concern, the problem isn’t whether you’re offering enough opportunities—it’s whether those opportunities are delivering real value to both your associates and the firm. Step 1: Gather Data & Uncover Key Insights When retention challenges arise, it’s tempting to