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"The firm is very transparent. Partners tends to give direct feedback and are very respectful. Formal reviews are given twice a year, but I assume that most guidance and feedback occurs in an informal way on a daily basis."

"STB offers a great work environment. Despite the long hours that come with the caliber of work that we handle, partners and associates are able to maintain a cordial and pleasant atmosphere. STB also offers great learning opportunities and has greatly improved its training for associates."

"Pillsbury provides significant freedom for partner-track attorneys to take control over their own career path and business development, which is empowering and satisfying."

"I can't imagine having a better firm job, and especially more substantive responsibility, at this stage of my career. The work is varied and interesting, and demands on associates' time are not unreasonable."

"I work with excellent people (both associates, partners, HR, etc.) and have a nice work-life balance, while still doing high-level work for incredible clients."

"I'm extremely fortunate in that I'm doing exactly the type of law that I wanted to do so I love my job. If you put in the hard work, others will appreciate your work and give you more work to do."

"The place to work if you want to represent hedge funds" "Incredibly bright partners, challenging work, exciting deals." "Early exposure to meaningful work"

"Ropes does a great job of finding people who complement its collegial and supportive atmosphere; who are not cutthroat; and who are generally fun to work with."

"Ability to work with a wide variety of clients with sophisticated and interesting technologies; great working environment with friendly and supportive peers."

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How to Make the Most of Your Virtual Summer Program

by Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP | June 02, 2020

COVID-19 has prompted many law firms to introduce virtual summer programs. Read on for 10 tips on maximizing this time as a remote summer associate.

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What to Ask During a Networking Interview

by Shelley Awe | May 28, 2020

Networking is more important than ever, but once you’ve made a new connection and set up a meeting, what should you plan to talk about?

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From the Armed Forces to Practice: What It Is Like to Practice in BigLaw as a Veteran

by Andrew Paulson, Litigation Associate; Kiel Sauerman, Corporate Associate; and Crystal Weeks, Litigation Associate—Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | May 20, 2020

What is it like transitioning from military service to private practice? Here, three law firm associates describe their experiences as veterans working in BigLaw.

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