Notes from the Secretarial Pool

In this episode, Nigeria and Yesenia delve into several notable changes that have occurred in law firms over the years. They cover a wide range of topics, including: 1. Smoke Rooms: The shift away from designated smoking areas within the office. 2. Liquor Carts: The disappearance of in-office liquor carts that were once a common sight. 3. Pagers: The absence of this job title. 4. Attorney-to-Assistant Ratio: Changes in the ratio of attorneys to assistants, reflecting broader shifts in administrative support structures. 5. Speed Writing: The transformation in methods and tools for drafting and taking notes quickly. 6. Water Cooler Conversations: How candid conversations around the water cooler have evolved or diminished. 7. Natural Hairstyles: The growing acceptance and normalization of natural hairstyles in professional settings. 8. Black Attorneys in Corporate Law: The ongoing issue of the underrepresentation of Black attorneys in corporate law, highlighting the need for continued efforts towards diversity and inclusion. The discussion provides insights into how law firm culture and operations have adapted over time, balancing tradition with modernity, while also acknowledging areas where progress is still needed. Referenced Articles https://www.abalegalprofile.com/demographics.html#:~:text=Meanwhile%2C%20the%20number%20of%20Black,the%20U.S.%20population%20(13.6%25). https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/1998/01/16/for-minority-attorneys-big-law-firms-prove-trying/e8cefc25-86ed-4e75-90e1-d18f1f4f846c/

Join two seasoned legal administrative professionals, each with over two decades of experience, as they delve into the highs and lows of their profession. From current hot topics to moments of gratitude, this podcast offers a candid and insightful look into the world of secretaries and other administrative staff personnel. Yesenia and Nigeria discuss AI and dabble into the attorney/assistant ratio discussion.

In this episode, we honor our moms and share some of their advice related to the workplace. Special thanks to Jasmine Bailey, Carina Castillo, Christopher Collazo, Bandy Forman, Venae Fowler, Suegeil Mercado, Katherine Morgan, Diana Peña, Tamesha Peterson, and Anaya Smith

Yesenia and Nigeria discuss the challenges of a multi-generational workplace.

This week we discuss the concept of client service.  Client service is not just about the paying client and the firm.  It extends across all levels of a law firm.

Yesenia and Nigeria discuss hybrid work schedules and dedicate this episode to their former colleague Danelle Gager.

Notes from the Secretarial Pool pilot podcast. Host and show introductions.