Morning Docket: 03.03.25 - Above the Law
Briefly

Paul Weiss has announced a new policy requiring its lawyers to work in the office four days a week, despite just declaring substantial profits. This decision is likely to reshape the firm's work culture and expectations for its employees. Additionally, Gibson Dunn's recent recruitment effort reflects the struggles faced by incoming Gen Z lawyers, particularly in the context of rigid in-office mandates. Furthermore, the Trump administration's abrupt layoffs of staff have raised concerns among former employees about the protection of trade secrets, amidst a wave of lawsuits linked to the administration's early performance.
Fresh off announcing massive profits, Paul Weiss has mandated a four-day in-office workweek for lawyers, reshaping expectations and work culture within the firm.
The recent Gibson Dunn recruitment campaign highlights the challenges faced by Gen Z lawyers, possibly influenced by firms like Paul Weiss pushing for in-person work.
As the Trump/Musk administration executes arbitrary staff cuts, former employees raise alarms about potential trade secret violations amid growing dissatisfaction.
The myriad of lawsuits stemming from Trump’s chaotic early presidency prompted Bloomberg to develop a tracker, showcasing the legal fallout from that period.
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