K&L Gates has rolled out a flex-time program aimed to smooth out an attorney’s reintegration after an extended leave. The announcement comes as big law firms look to gain an upper-hand in the battle for talent by offering generous leave policies and benefits.

“Ramp Down, Ramp Up, & Re-Integration,” allows attorneys to have reduced hourly requirements shortly before they go on leave and for up to three months after they come back. A re-integration team composed of the office managing partner, a human resources staffer and another colleague works with the attorney before, during and after the leave.