Cole, Scott & Kissane Reviews
Updated Aug 20, 2019
Found 90 reviews
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"High billable hours, no time off for vacation, opposed to flexible work schedules, harsh criticism from management" (in 9 reviews)
"I had no work life balance, billable hourly requirements were high, and I was expected to work every weekend" (in 6 reviews)
- Featured ReviewHelpful (2)
"I have been working at CSK for 6 years."
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Cole, Scott & Kissane full-time for more than 5 years
Pros
I have been with the firm now for the past 6 years. I can honestly say CSK values its employees. It is a firm that genuinely cares. They are extremely helpful in all aspects and the firm enjoys bringing its employees together for events. It brings great energy to the entire office. Also, it is a constant learning environment.
Cons
The legal field can be very stressful at times, but this aspect goes with the territory.
Cole, Scott & Kissane2018-09-07 "Legal assistant"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Cole, Scott & Kissane full-time
Pros
Great atmosphere and friendly environment.
Cons
None. I Do not have any cons.
Cole, Scott & Kissane2018-12-04Cole, Scott & Kissane Response
December 11, 2018 – Administrative Manager
Thank you for taking the time to write this positive review of your experience at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A. CSK is proud of striving to make our employees happy. We hope that you will continue working with us for many years to come.
"Current employee at the firm"
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I have been working at Cole, Scott & Kissane full-time for more than 3 years
Pros
Firm works with finding the right attorney/assistant pairing. Generous PTO and great location.
Cons
Staff are treated like children. Raises and bounces are minimal.
Cole, Scott & Kissane2019-08-20"experience"
StarStarStarStarStarI worked at Cole, Scott & Kissane full-time for less than a year
Pros
you will gain a lot of experience very quickly
Cons
there seems to be a lot of turnover
Cole, Scott & Kissane2019-08-07- Helpful (2)
"Prepare to be overworked"
StarStarStarStarStarNo opinion of CEOI worked at Cole, Scott & Kissane
Pros
Flexibility, great reputation, has possibilities:
Cons
Disorganized, care about billing, partners steal billing from associates, associates work in office on weekends.
Advice to Management
If you value employees don’t overwork them
Cole, Scott & Kissane2019-08-05 - Helpful (2)
"Average"
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I worked at Cole, Scott & Kissane full-time for more than a year
Pros
Good litigation experience. A lot of court, deposition and mediation experience.
Cons
Pay and bonus are not good. Very high caseload.
Cole, Scott & Kissane2019-06-29 - Helpful (1)
"Great opportunity for litigation experience"
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I have been working at Cole, Scott & Kissane full-time for more than a year
Pros
The firm provides associates with numerous opportunities to obtain valuable courtroom and litigation experience.
Cons
In some departments, the amount of compensation is not compatible with the amount of hours spent working.
Cole, Scott & Kissane2019-05-11 - Helpful (1)
"One of the Worst Places I've Ever Worked"
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Doesn't RecommendI worked at Cole, Scott & Kissane for less than a year
Pros
Newer kitchen, proximity to downtown WPB
Cons
Just about everything else. Employees were not treated equally. The firm is comprised of teams and some are easier to work for than others. Unprofessional behavior from at least one member of management, particularly with sharing information about others that should not be. Unrealistic expectations of what assistants and paralegals should achieve in the typical day. And criticism all around.
Cole, Scott & Kissane2019-04-16 - Helpful (3)
"Keep Looking for a Paralegal Job"
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Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at Cole, Scott & Kissane full-time for less than a year
Pros
I wasn't there long at all. I guess the benefits would have been fantastic as well as the pay.
Cons
I was lied to from the interview on. Flexible time stated in their ad. NO Flexible time. I was told if I came in early I could leave early. This was also told to other employees. Very unfriendly place. No one speaks to you. No one can close their door! Very restrictive and I felt like I was a prisoner.
Advice to Management
Please don't lie to new potential candidates and say that you have flex time when you don't. Please don't use foul language during an interview.
Cole, Scott & Kissane2019-04-23Cole, Scott & Kissane Response
May 6, 2019 – Administrative Manager
Dear former paralegal, CSK employs a large team of professional paralegals and most have been with the firm for many years. We do provide our paralegals with the choice of a start time of 8:00, 8:30 or 9:00. There are even cases wherein a paralegals requests a 7:30 or 9:30 start ...
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"Awful"
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Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookDisapproves of CEOI worked at Cole, Scott & Kissane full-time for less than a year
Pros
Air conditioning, nice restrooms, chair to sit in
Cons
Awful people, and work environment, unethical office manager, horrible superviors who make life hell.
Cole, Scott & Kissane2019-04-19Cole, Scott & Kissane Response
May 6, 2019 – Administrative Manager
Dear former legal assistant, We are sorry that you did not have a positive experience with our firm. Our Office Managers are all very fair and ethical. If you truly felt that there were any issues with management, it should have been reported to the Firm Administrator or the ...
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September 10, 2018 – Administrative Manager
Dear CSK paralegal, Thank you for taking time out of your day to rate our firm. We are happy that you have been with us 6 years but happier to hear your positive thoughts about how we value our employees as we truly do! We do know that our employees enjoy the event like ...
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