Law Firms — Law Firm Instability Signals Surface Through Partner Exodus, Workplace Issues, and Associate Retention Challenges

Law Firms · 2026-03-28

Today's developments reveal mounting pressures within law firms that threaten institutional stability. The closure of Taylor Duma after 21 years due to partner departures, coupled with widespread associate retention challenges, points to increasing volatility in firm structures. This instability is further complicated by serious workplace culture issues, exemplified by the White & Case litigation…