Vantaggi
Good name that can open door for other opportunities; exposure to substantive work and early responsibility for associates; global integration; subsidized cafeteria
Svantaggi
Lack of any of positive culture; some very difficult partners (depends on practice group but you will be miserable FAST) - there is a reason for the high attrition rate; firm has very conservative, traditional mentality and can feel behind the times; very little attention to associate development; no associate or women's committees and does not seem committed to women's issues (women's health coverage does not match peer firms); expensive benefits; does not invest in IT or otherwise provide tools facilitate to attorney productivity despite the expectation to be available 24/7; compensation less than peer firms due to no-bonus structure; firm nickel and dimes associates on costs that most peer firms would absorb If you have the option to work here, you probably have other options - take those instead. Hiring is a bait and switch.