Cooley Godward Kronish – “Upstairs/Downstairs?”

Pros

Firm still has solid 'high tech, emerging markets' reputation. Some business-oriented and business-savvy partners.

Cons

There's an 'upstairs, downstairs' mentality amongst many in the partnership - if you're not a partner then get below stairs to the sweatshop. There used to be a 'Cooley culture' espousing collaboration and 'we are one-firm' mentality. Not anymore.

Advice to Senior Management

Treat the firm as if it were a business, not a high school football team.