Old fashioned. Close minded. Social hierarchy is shameful - Paralegal K&L Gates Employee Review

1.0
Oct 18, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Overall benes are good. Pay is fair. Cafe in building is way cheaper than going out for lunch. Next door to the YMCA and small gym in building. If you're an atty you'll be happy.

Cons

Attorneys are the top 1%. All others are irrelevant. No bonus ever except for attys. New firm admin doesn't advocate for staff, instead it's about pleasing the attys and doing their bidding with no question or thought for staff. You are expected to bill at 100%=2080/yr but. The annual billable but it is unattainable unless you bill 100% 2080/yr. no time off. Paralegal schedule 36.25/hrs/wk only allows for 1880/yr at 100%. Which is still impossible unless you skip pto and work OT to cover your admin work. Certain attys talk down to staff often. Firm gatherings never include staff unless it's purely internal and once a yr. Non attys get none of the opportunities or work life benes that atty s do. Don't expect to last if you are different in personality, have family obligations or a learning disability. They want perfection now and no mind if you're supporting 10-15 people! No policy for telecommuting except for top 1% and Mgmt. They'd rather fire u to avoid unemployment. No concern about the implications that will have on your family.

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5.0
Jul 7, 2026
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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
Jul 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

My experience with my team was outstanding, and I genuinely enjoyed the work I performed during my time at the firm. The role was exactly as it had been presented during the interview process, The environment was supportive. My colleagues were always willing to help, share knowledge, and step in when needed. One aspect I particularly appreciated was the team's commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance. I could take PTO with confidence, knowing that I would not return to an unmanageable backlog of work. Additionally, the firm's benefits package was among the most comprehensive and competitive I have encountered in my career. The PTO amount was awesome too.

Cons

As of early 2026, the firm had announced the strategic priority of automating administrative functions with AI chatbots, including my scope of work. Ultimately, I chose to leave due to both the handling of this announcement as well as the growing concern that my role would be replaced by AI.

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