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Firm CultureGoulston & Storrs lives by the twin concepts, “thinkresults” and “donedeal”. These principles keep our clients' business goals clearly in view, earning us recognition as dealmakers. | Core ValuesGoulston & Storrs embraces several core values which are fundamental to our firm:
- Goulston & Storrs takes consensus seriously. Our structure provides all Directors the opportunity for input into the firm's strategic direction.
- Goulston & Storrs takes teamwork seriously. We are by nature and strategy, an organization that values unity and collegiality.
- Goulston & Storrs takes communication seriously. Directors meet regularly and are encouraged to work across offices and practices to get the best possible results.
- Goulston & Storrs takes partnership seriously. Solid relationships among the Directors are as important to us as our relationships with our clients.
- Goulston & Storrs takes sharing seriously. We firmly believe in the concept of “firm clients”, rather than clients being viewed as the exclusive province of individual attorneys.
| Integration & Business DevelopmentTrue IntegrationWhen joining Goulston & Storrs, you are an integral part of the firm from day one; we want your transition into Goulston & Storrs to be seamless. This happens through a series of purposeful steps, including:
- A personalized Integration Team formed to complement your practice and expertise. This team takes the lead and introduces you to attorneys and clients with synergies to your practice.
- Our experienced Business Development Team works with you to support and expand your business.
- Monthly Directors Meetings where everyone has a seat at the table and all are encouraged to participate.
- Monthly practice area meetings are held.
- Structured networking opportunities allow for frequent interaction with colleagues.
| Business DevelopmentBusiness Development is a key component of Goulston & Storrs' ongoing success; we don't expect you to do it on your own. The firm offers a talented team of business development professionals providing a comprehensive support system for attorneys at all levels. Some business development services include:
- One-on-one coaching for developing skills including networking, sales, business development and nurturing relationships.
- Creating 3 month, 6 month and 12 month personalized action plans.
- Facilitating public relations and visibility plans.
- Client support.
- Launching communications programs.
| G&S By the NumbersStaying PowerGoulston & Storrs is proud of our extraordinary retention of partners, associates, professional staff, and clients. This longevity is a testament to the core values of our firm. We have a loyal client base, many of whom have been with the firm over several decades. Stable and consistent growth, close working relationships and a cohesive environment are proven components to our long-term success. Some unique statistics for our firm include:
- Less than 15 Directors have left for other law firms in over 100 years.
- Goulston & Storrs participates in the American Lawyer Mid-Level Associate Satisfaction Survey and has received very high rankings for over ten years.
- A significant percentage of our professional staff has been with the firm over 20 years.
- Many of our clients have been with the firm for over 30 years.
- The majority of our partners are in their 30's and 40's, uniquely positioning the firm for the decades ahead.
- Goulston & Storrs is an AmLaw 200 law firm.
- Goulston & Storrs is a Martindale Hubbell AV rated firm and 85% of our partners are AV rated.
| Recognitions / AwardsChambers DirectoryChambers & Partners USA Directory, a leading international guide to top lawyers in the country, recognizes several Goulston & Storrs practices and attorneys as leaders in the field. Goulston & Storrs has been named in the directory since 2003 and is proud to receive multiple practice acknowledgements; its Real Estate practice leading the way with a “powerhouse reputation”. Most of the Goulston & Storrs' practice areas recognized ranked at the top of their field nationally and twenty-two of the firm's attorneys were called out as leaders in their chosen fields. The Boston office of Goulston & Storrs was ranked as a leader in the areas of Real Estate, Banking & Finance, Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Environmental and Litigation by Chambers USA. The DC office of Goulston & Storrs was once again ranked as a leader in Real Estate. “ …This Boston firm has truly stamped its mark on the Washington, DC market since its arrival. The DC group handles the full spectrum of real estate work, from joint ventures and leasing to distressed property and affordable housing, and is able to draw upon the ample resources of the Boston office when necessary. The team has created a robust base of regional clients; however, it also acts for a large number of national developers, lenders and investors….”. | The American Lawyer Associate Satisfaction Survey - 1998 to 2008From the first year Goulston & Storrs was considered, we’ve been ranked at the top - Top 10 in the Nation and Top 2 in Boston from 1998-2007. In 2008, we ranked #1 in Boston. The reasons -- associates grow professionally and personally and are respected for their contributions to the firm, including our commitment to pro bono initiatives and community involvement. We are ranked #3 nationally in the 2009 prestige ranking for our Real Estate practice by Vault. Goulston & Storrs was selected among law firms nationally to be included in America's Greatest Places To Work With A Law Degree by Kimm Alayne Walton. In her book, Ms. Walton interviewed law school placement administrators throughout the country identifying law firms at which their particular graduates were happiest, and several Boston law schools nominated Goulston & Storrs. | What's Important to You?ReputationCollaborative, Cooperative, Consensus-Driven.
Among the AmLaw 200 firms, few are known to be as collegial as Goulston & Storrs, with a partnership structure that provides for input by all directors into setting the strategic direction of the firm. We are by nature and strategy a consensus-driven organization. Directors meet monthly and are encouraged to work cross-offices and cross-practices. At G&S, relationships among the directorship are as important as relationships with clients. Our Co-Managing Directors hold frequent luncheon discussion roundtables with 5 – 8 directors at a time to allow for directors to ask and receive communications about firm management.
Our high associate satisfaction results in little to no turnover during a matter or deal with a client. From the first year the firm was considered, The American Lawyer has consistently ranked Goulston & Storrs among the Top 10 in the Nation in its mid-level associate satisfaction survey. | Management StructureThe firm is managed by two Co-Managing Directors and an eight person Executive Committee, all serving three-year terms. The Executive Committee is comprised of partners across practice areas and across levels of seniority. There are monthly Directors meetings where all Directors in all offices have a seat at the table and are welcomed and encouraged to participate in firm strategies and matters. The larger practice groups (real estate, corporate, litigation and private wealth) have practice group co-chairs. | Compensation StructureSingle Tier Partnership
Among the nation’s top 200 firms, only 15% have single tier partnerships; and only 3 of Boston’s top 10 firms have a single tier. G&S is proud that our single tier structure reflects the true meaning of partnership.
Our compensation system requires collaboration and teamwork in servicing our clients. It is a subjective system and is determined by an annual rotating compensation committee, comprised of directors across practice areas and across seniority levels. All directors are encouraged and expected to meet with the compensation committee each year to provide feedback about firm members. New lateral director hires come in on a 1-2 year set contract before going into our compensation system strongly encourages collaboration and teamwork. | Supporting a Lateral PracticeCross-servicing clients and increasing wallet-share one client at a time is the cornerstone of our growth and decades of high client retention. Our unique culture and collaborative environment fosters the expansion of a lateral’s practice without losing relationship management and responsibility. | Where Laterals Are Coming From
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- Millbank Tweed Hadley & McCoy
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- Mintz, Levin, Cohen, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo
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- Simpson Thacher & Bartlett
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- Sutherland Asbill & Brennan
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- Childrens’ Hospital Boston
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- Partners Healthcare System
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| Contact InformationNancy Needle, Director of Legal Recruitment
Phone: 617-574-6447
Fax: 617-574-4112
E-mail: mailto:nneedle@goulstonstorrs.com
400 Atlantic Avenue
Boston, MA 02110-3333
Over the last three decades, Goulston & Storrs has had steady and consistent expansion. Our growth is both targeted and opportunistic. We seek highly motivated partners who believe they will thrive in a consensus driven team-oriented environment.
| Apply Online | Laterally SpeakingA Sampling of Testimonials from Directors of Goulston & Storrs“…this truly is a consensus driven firm… since there isn't a rigid topdown, "corporate mentality", one can work creatively, and cooperatively with others, to mold unique arrangements that better serve our clients…”
- Phil Herman, Director, New York and Boston office
“One of my highest professional priorities is to work in a truly collaborative and respectful environment, where instead of internal competition the goal is to work together to make a quality practice with strong internal and external relationships so that the rising tide lifts all of our boats. These goals support a low-ego culture of mutual respect and support that makes coming to work a pleasure.”
- Dan Avery, Director in the Boston office
“The overall emphasis on real estate and the distinct sense that people enjoy practicing here…the firm has a clear sense of direction.”
- Max Friedman, Director in the NY office
“The chance to do challenging and interesting legal work in a firm culture that is characterized by respect for the client, the adversary, and one's colleagues.”
- Kevin O'Flaherty, Director in the Boston office
“The constant validation of the firm's inclusive culture never ceases to amaze me. From the frequency of the interactions that the partners/directors have as a group (whether it be at directors' meetings, associate review discussions or other committee meetings) to the openness with which partners feel free to (and do) speak at these gatherings...”
- Marc Heller, Director in the NY office
“…the remarkable thing about Goulston & Storrs is that we manage to be competitive on all levels with the mammoth firms while still retaining our unique character and culture…”
- Sheldon Weisel, Director in the DC office
"The first words that one of my partners said to me when I walked into the office on my first day at Goulston was 'Welcome home David.' I didn't know what he meant then, but I certainly understand it now. Although difficult to fully capture in words, Goulston is a place where everyone's opinion counts and where important decisions are made by building a consensus, with the ultimate goal of doing what is right over the long term and in a manner that is consistent and preserves the firm's culture. With these principles, practicing law here is extremely rewarding and, dare I say, fun."
- David J. Rabinowitz, Director, New York office
“…G&S truly practices law the way it should be practiced- as a team, without the competitive mentality present in many other firms…it is possible to do very sophisticated and satisfying work, make an excellent living and enjoy the practice of law…”
- Dennis Moyer, Director in the DC office
“G&S lawyers and staff are intensely committed to their projects, yet they also foster a humane, collaborative approach to law and work in general…I love being part of this culture.”
- Adam Hundley, Director in the Boston office |
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