Berry Appleman & Leiden Reviews

Pros

- Benefits; Pay; Culture; Flex Hours; Communication.

Great company to work for. I've worked for two other immigration firms and both are direct competitors and I can honestly say, this is the best place to work for immigration. It's also the best job I've had in my 20 year career. The firm has transitioned from trying to change how we make the widget to how we can improve your environment and work culture. They've rolled out several fun programs such as flex hours, 9/80 scheduling where you work 80 hours in 9 days and get the 10th day off, service days, volunteer days, and several more. Truly a great place to work. They also have a true open door policy. I'm never afraid of being myself or saying what I want to say.

Advice to Management

Roll out 9/80 year round.

Pros

This company genuinely CARES about its employees and is becoming more awesome by the day. They don't always get it right, but they get it right a lot of the time and they always try. They also actively seek feedback, listen, acknowledge any issues and then continually try to improve. They recently took all of leadership to an amazing resort in Puerto Vallarta and challenged each person to be exceptional in our personal lives, professional teams and in our firm. The sessions with our Managing Partner and Equity Partners were authentic and genuine, and we left feeling inspired, proud and empowered. We just opened our New York office and added a ton of cool, talented people and we are growing like crazy after our Deloitte alliance. It's been an awesome 2018 and 2019's going to be even better!! #cantwait #placetobe #futuressobright #myBAL

Advice to Management

Keep doing what you're doing and continually strive to be exceptional. We notice and we appreciate it.

Pros

Flexibility, and knowledgeable people working here

Pros

I don't normally post on these sites, but felt inspired coming back from our 150+ person leadership retreat. Hats off to our leadership and planners. The theme of pursuing the exceptional for your self, your team, and the firm made a lasting impression and I've already engaged my team to cascade the messaging.

There are many firms who do immigration law, but none that focus on culture and values as much as BAL. I'm excited for what's ahead and to team up with other great talent we have and continue to attract.

For anyone interested in working for a fun, tech forward firm, this is what you've been looking for... and I think we're on a hiring craze, good news for any job seekers out there.

Advice to Management

Keep up the leadership development that exists for ALL staff.

Pros

Top immigration law firm with equally excellent people.

Pros

Nice looking office. Most potential employees will be attracted towards the office and get hired, only to hate the job later.

Pros

Manageable workload
great hours
pay is reasonable

Pros

Virtually everyone here is kind, helpful, and supportive.
A lot of growth means a lot of growth opportunities for those willing to earn it.
Culture is relaxed and fun. Not at all like other stuffy law firms.
They have game rooms like some of the Silicon Valley tech firms.

Advice to Management

Things are heading in a positive direction. Keep going!

Pros

I have worked at a couple of law firms and this is hands down the best law firm I have ever worked for. It doesn't have the stuffy law firm feel. The office is bright and cheerful, management is easy to talk to, and BAL cares about work-life balance.

Advice to Management

Kudos to hiring and training so many new folks and still managing your day to day responsibilities.... and still maintaining your sanity.

Pros

Text book example of a company with major an ongoing leadership issues heading towards the abyss. Wish this company was part of my college studies :)

Advice to Management

Accept your flaws. Do not stop opposing voices by using questionable tactics. Consider changing careers so something you are more suited to.