Lagomarsino Law

What would you, or others, like to see changed at employer?
This firm could improve by not expecting the staff to work so much. Hire more experienced line level staff (receptionist, runner, assistants).

What were the things that you liked most about this employer?
Good reputation with judges and other people in the legal community. Paralegals are very experienced and make the job of the attorney easier. Casual dress when appropriate, more formal dress when needed. Great place to gain experience. It was my first couple years practicing law so I got to do things that other attorneys of my experience level did not do. Got to handle many high dollar cases. Compensation was strong.

What did you not like about this institution?
The worst part I would say is that a lot of hours were expected of me. This firm handles a lot of litigation so I was expected to work later and on weekends when we were on deadlines.. I have a family so it was really hard to balance. Most full time staff worked 40+ hours. Compensation was above average to on the higher end but no amount of money is worth it if you are having to work all the time. I decided to take a 40 hour a week job after working here.

People, departments, offices, products, services and whatever comes to mind that should be avoided at this institution
There is only one partner. He is pretty demanding and expects everybody to be on point at all times, which can be a little much on a daily basis. Has pretty high expectations when it comes to work product and writing.

How could this employer run its business to employees or the public better?
The people. The clients. I liked the mix of cases. Got a bunch of experience. The work hard-play hard atmosphere.

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Length of Employment:
10+ years

What would you, or others, like to see changed at employer?
Don't micromanage your employees. Don't give preferential treatment to your paralegal over your associates, if you want to attract new legal talent. If you want future employees to give you notice before leaving their job, stop firing people after they give notice.

What were the things that you liked most about this employer?
Pay is ok for law clerks.

What did you not like about this institution?
I worked at this firm as a law clerk during law school. The partner, Andre, was very inflexible with my schedule and a micromanager. When I had questions for him, he would criticize me for not knowing the answer and his paralegals were not much better. I once asked his paralegal a formatting question and she took it to Andre who then pulled me into his office to give me a lecture. When I eventually put in my two weeks, his managing partner Justin came to my office and asked me to leave immediately, saying I'd be paid for the rest of the day (which I was not).

People, departments, offices, products, services and whatever comes to mind that should be avoided at this institution
Andre.

How could this employer run its business to employees or the public better?
Break room had good snacks!

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10+ years

What would you, or others, like to see changed at employer?
Treat your employees better and don't play favorites.

What were the things that you liked most about this employer?
Decent pay for law clerks. Health insurance and retirement account.

What did you not like about this institution?
Very demanding and micromanaging partner. He called me and his paralegal into his office to yell at us over a formatting error on a motion. When I asked his paralegal questions she would report me to the partner who would then call me into his office for another talk. This happened repeatedly until I put in my two weeks at the end of the summer. His managing partner then escorted me out of the office and told me I would be paid for the rest of the day. When part of my last paycheck was missing they claimed I was never promised pay for the rest of my last day. Worst summer job experience ever.

People, departments, offices, products, services and whatever comes to mind that should be avoided at this institution
Andre, he's a micromanager.

How could this employer run its business to employees or the public better?
Good pay, big offices

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10+ years

What would you, or others, like to see changed at employer?
More teambuilding days. We had a few field trips but I wanted more lolz!!!

What were the things that you liked most about this employer?
Everybody was professional and got along. Nice atmosphere. Interesting cases. Fun that the law firm was in the news for a few big cases while I was there.

What did you not like about this institution?
Nothing bad about the law firm at all but some of the clients were “challenging.”

People, departments, offices, products, services and whatever comes to mind that should be avoided at this institution
Nothing bad to say here. Andre was a teacher type. Justin more a manager that let you figure it out.

How could this employer run its business to employees or the public better?
The coworkers were sooo nice!! No cubicles! No voicemail! Very non corporate. The office decor was really modern with good energy. Oh and I loved the free snacks and drinks!!!

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What would you, or others, like to see changed at employer?
I’ve worked at 3 firms. This law firm takes first place as to how the people are treated. Free lunches regularly, early outs on a lot of Fridays. They really allow their people to grow. Maybe more training on the software would help.

What were the things that you liked most about this employer?
The people were the best part. They really cared about being professional. The bonuses and compensation were strong. Health insurance was completely paid for. The cases were interesting and meaningful. Definitely a variety of cases.

What did you not like about this institution?
No real complaints. All business at this firm. As you can see from some of the other reviews on here, they sometimes expect a lot in terms of good writing. Definitely edit your work before turning it in. They do edit pretty strict. Learn how to spellcheck and grammar check if you decide to work there haha!

People, departments, offices, products, services and whatever comes to mind that should be avoided at this institution
No need to avoid the partner. He works with everyone, some more than others. He’s pretty chill. He does have high expectations of his people.

How could this employer run its business to employees or the public better?
They paid really well. Cared about their employees. Positive atmosphere. Smart people work there. After I left, I referred a case for my cousin because I knew it would be handled properly for her. They got her a great result.

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10+ years