100 Best Companies to Work For 2008

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See three of the coolest corporate HQs, from Frank Lloyd Wright-designed buildings to conference rooms with DJ booths. Plus five firms where employees love to hang out together after work, whether they're learning samba or scoring hat tricks.

By Anne Fisher

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Best Companies Rank: 55

In May the firm's classic-rock group won Lawyerpalooza, a local battle of the bands. "The real talent in this outfit is the firm's messengers," says litigation partner and rhythm guitarist Harry Schneider. "They play lead. I just follow along."

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Last updated January 22 2008: 9:42 AM ET

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Best places to work... and play

See three of the coolest corporate HQs, from Frank Lloyd Wright-designed buildings to conference rooms with DJ booths. Plus five firms where employees love to hang out together after work, whether they're learning samba or scoring hat tricks.