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Bernstein Liebhard LLP
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Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reviews
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and racist behavior to go unchecked.The reviews of the law firm, Bernstein Liebhard, are generally positive. Those who have worked there praise the firm for utilizing their skill sets to its full potential and for creating an inclusive and accepting atmosphere. On the other hand, some criticisms include the limited snack options, market rate salaries, limited financial and advancement upside, and the lack of growth in terms of salary and the micromanagement of employees.
The positive reviews indicate that the firm is dedicated to finding the best fit for their employees. With the conversation between management and the employee, the firm was able to identify the employee's strengths and assign them to a different position in which they have excelled. Furthermore, the reviews suggest that the firm is a safe and accepting environment for all employees regardless of sexual orientation or identity.
The negative reviews point to the limited snack options, market rate salaries, limited financial and advancement upside, and the lack of growth in terms of salary and the micromanagement of employees. It is noted that the salaries are only market rate for an entry-level position in NYC and there are overtime opportunities, however, overtime is not a constant. Additionally, employees are micromanaged and the lack of salary growth is pointed out. Finally, it is noted that bigoted and racist behaviors are allowed to go unchecked.
In conclusion, the reviews of Bernstein Liebhard suggest that the firm is dedicated to finding the best fit for their employees and creating an inclusive and accepting atmosphere. However, the firm has some drawbacks such as limited snack options, market rate salaries, limited financial and advancement upside, and the lack of growth in terms of salary and the micromanagement of employees. Additionally, it is noted that bigoted and racist behaviors are allowed to go unchecked.
"Intake Paralegal - good experience" - Anonymous
Advice to law firm management: more firm events outside the office
Pros: Everyone is friendly. Good manager and attorneys. First legal job experience learning basic legal process. Helping injured clients
Cons: can be somewhat repettive making phone calls but this was mentioned in the interview
Partners to Avoid and Why: none- everyone is helpful including partners
Current or former employee?: Former Employee
Last Year at Employer: 2023
Job type: Full time
"Great first job!" - Anonymous
Advice to law firm management: More remote days
Pros: You really learn a lot for an entry level position. Great coworkers and everyone is approachable and kind.
Cons: Mass tort work can be repetitive
Partners to Avoid and Why: None
Current or former employee?: Former Employee
Last Year at Employer: 2023
Job type: Full time
"No job for me at Bernstein Liebhard LLP. Take a look at these reviews of the firm from other sites" - Anonymous
Cons: 1.0 Former EmployeePlease take my advice and don't work here.Jan 26, 2023 - Paralegal ProsAbsolutely none. I truly cannot think of a single good thing to say.ConsEverything. You are incredibly micromanaged while being paid as little as possible. There is no room for growth in the way of salary. They assign enough work for two people and then question why you're using overtime, often in an accusatory way despite the fact you're just trying to do they work that they themselves assigned. They allow bigoted people to work in the office, spewing hate speech and discrimination. When it was brought to their attention they simply wrote it off as a "generational difference" despite the direct negative impact this behavior has on the employees. The environment is toxic and catty. Your coworkers WILL gossip about you behind your back and management does not care, let alone do anything to stop it. PLEASE take my advice and do not work here. I wish I would've listened to the glass door reviews and not taken the interview, let alone the job. It was truly the worst work experience I've ever had.Advice to ManagementYou need to grow and evolve with new generations. WE are the generation working for you. You NEED to meet demands or else your turnover will continue to be 6 months per paralegal. You know who you need to get rid of and there's no good reason you haven't.1.0 Former Employee, more than 1 yearMentally taxingSep 30, 2021 - Litigation Paralegal in New York, NY ProsYou will learn a lot but at the cost of being overworked, unappreciated and under paid.ConsThe firm heavily monitors everything you do on the computer and keeps track of what you're doing every second of the day. They track your phone call history and everyday activity like a hawk. The job will make you feel like you're always behind on work when in reality there is just too much work for one person to handle. If you don't work through lunch or overtime you will fall behind and the firm will call you out on that. Low pay but you make up for it by having to do so much overtime. Not a job for someone with other commitments as you will spend all your time working. You can be the perfect employee but they will forget all of your hard work if you make a mistake. Mentally tolling and anxiety inducing.Advice to ManagementHire more employees, stop micromanaging, stop pushing work onto other people. Learn to appreciate your employees. Many great employees left out of frustration with how the firm operates and treats their employees. Quitting was a relief. I met some great people while working thereParalegal / Receptionist (Former Employee) - New York, NY - June 23, 2017I had the opportunity of playing both roles of a Receptionst as well as a Paralegal. The experience of both roles was great because there was balance. The days when I was doing the Receptionist, I had to answer a multi switchboard which I learned the extensions of the employees quick. The phones were extremely busy so I had to to be fast. The days when I played the Paralegal role, I had t meet a quota of 100 calls and be quick as well. hat wa where the pressure kicked in. The nuumbers were so important in my department.ProsOff on weekendsConsThey do not care about their employees
Current or former employee?: Former Employee
Last Year at Employer: 2021
Job type: Full time
"Steer Clear: A Warning about the Negative Work Experience" - Anonymous
Cons: Micromanagement and low payStagnant salary growthUnmanageable workload with unwarranted blameTolerance of discriminatory behaviorToxic and backbiting workplaceInadequate management action to address negative conditions.
Current or former employee?: Former Employee
Last Year at Employer: 2022
Job type: Full time
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