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Old 09-02-2006, 09:10 AM   #24
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Originally Posted by Flames in 07 View Post
If your not in front of clients it doesn't matter. That's the million dollar question in law. Also, employment or performance is never dependant on what 'threads are on my back', however at big firms anyway, part of your performance is being able to judge things that are appropriate ... mannerisms, how you communicate, what you wear etc... If there is any place where that matters its corporate law.
Fair enough. I definitely agree that 'holding' yourself in a professional manner in the office is a big thing; however, clothes are just part of that... IMO, it's a lot more important how you communcate with other lawyers/staff (as you mentioned). Don't get me wrong -- I always try to 'look the part', but I'm just saying there are a lot more important things to worry about.

BTW, I do work in one of the big corporate firms... let's just say (at least in the department I'm currently in), I'm pretty sure the other people aren't discussing what brand of suits they're wearing!
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