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Comments on the firm's part-time policy:
The firm considers part-time work schedules for associates caring
for children under 5 years of age, but will consider part-time
work for other purposes. PAR does not consider limiting part-time
work to those caring for children to be a best practice; it tends
to stigmatize part-time work and cause backlash.
Usually, part-time associates work at least 3 days per week for
up to a year, but will consider longer periods of time. Again,
PAR does not consider this to be a best practice. Schedules should
be individually tailored and a reduced-hours schedule should not
be limited in duration.
Compensation is adjusted accordingly.
The firm conducted an Opt-In program, which explored retention
and promotion of women within business and legal communities.
The firm conducted a series of roundtable discussions and lectures
with leaders from different professions to create and identify
best practices for increasing the number of women in roles of
leadership.
