Notes from the Secretarial Pool

By N. Rolling-Ford and Y. Caldwell

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 gratit... more

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May 27, 2024 Episode 7 - Notes from the Secretarial Pool - Change?
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.
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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/

The postings on this site are my own, personal views and do not necessarily represent the views or positions of Hogan Lovells [US LLP][International] or its clients or personnel.
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36min
May 21, 2024 Episode 6 - Notes from the Secretarial Pool - AI in Our BI
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.

The postings on this site are my own, personal views and do not necessarily represent the views or positions of Hogan Lovells [US LLP][International] or its clients or personnel.
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25min
May 12, 2024 Episode 5 - Notes from the Secretarial Pool - Happy Mother's Day
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.

The postings on this site are my own, personal views and do not necessarily represent the views or positions of Hogan Lovells [US LLP][International] or its clients or personnel.
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17min
May 07, 2024 Episode 4 - Notes from the Secretarial Pool - Don't Stunt on Your Co-Workers
Yesenia and Nigeria discuss the challenges of a multi-generational workplace.

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34min
April 29, 2024 Episode 3 - Notes from the Secretarial Pool - Who is your Client?
This week we discuss the concept of client service and how it should extend beyond those named in an engagement letter.

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22min
April 22, 2024 Episode 2 - Notes from the Secretarial Pool - Hybrid or a Bid
Yesenia and Nigeria discuss hybrid work schedules and dedicate this episode to their former colleague Danelle Gager. We also give a shout out to Ms. Eboni K. Williams of the podcast Holding Court.

The postings on this site are my own, personal views and do not necessarily represent the views or positions of Hogan Lovells [US LLP][International] or its clients or personnel.
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25min
April 15, 2024 Episode 1 - Introducing Notes from the Secretarial Pool
Notes from the Secretarial Pool pilot podcast. Host and show introductions.

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14min

FAQs about Notes from the Secretarial Pool:

How many episodes does Notes from the Secretarial Pool have?

The podcast currently has 7 episodes available.