Law firms are built on precision. Your work is detailed, structured, and accountable. But internally, that same level of structure doesn’t always exist, especially when it comes to HR. Most firms don’t set out to “ignore” HR. It just becomes something that gets handled as situations come up. A conversation here. A quick decision there. A partner stepping in when…

One of the most common calls employers make to HR sounds like this: “My employee hasn’t reported to work for several days. Can I terminate them?” The instinct is understandable — operations must continue. However, acting too quickly can create legal exposure. A no-call/no-show does not automatically equal a resignation. Depending on the circumstances, the absence may still be protected.…