Making the big decision
Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2011 1:38 pm
Assuming two very similar firms with a strong practice in the area I know I'm interested in and people I really liked upon meeting, what is the basis for deciding between firms?
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Re: Making the big decision
Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2011 1:42 pm
coin toss
Re: Making the big decision
Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2011 1:51 pm
It's only August 25th. Do a follow-up visit to each firm, and ask recruiting to put you in touch with some of the first and second year associates, in order to get a better feel of what you'll be doing. Ask pointed questions when needed -- remember, now you have the power in the process. If you really can't decide, and they both pay the same amount (including bonuses), flip a coin. 
Re: Making the big decision
Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2011 1:51 pm
Look at PPP, previous associate layoffs if any, partnership prospects, partner defections, last year bonus(es), and any staff layoffs. Also, can look to see if you will have a private office or not.Anonymous User wrote:Assuming two very similar firms with a strong practice in the area I know I'm interested in and people I really liked upon meeting, what is the basis for deciding between firms?
Re: Making the big decision
Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2011 1:56 pm
What's PPP?Anonymous User wrote:Look at PPP, previous associate layoffs if any, partnership prospects, partner defections, last year bonus(es), and any staff layoffs. Also, can look to see if you will have a private office or not.Anonymous User wrote:Assuming two very similar firms with a strong practice in the area I know I'm interested in and people I really liked upon meeting, what is the basis for deciding between firms?
Re: Making the big decision
Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2011 1:59 pm
Profits Per Partner, though Revenue Per Lawyer is also a worthwhile statistic.Heartford wrote:What's PPP?Anonymous User wrote:Look at PPP, previous associate layoffs if any, partnership prospects, partner defections, last year bonus(es), and any staff layoffs. Also, can look to see if you will have a private office or not.Anonymous User wrote:Assuming two very similar firms with a strong practice in the area I know I'm interested in and people I really liked upon meeting, what is the basis for deciding between firms?
Re: Making the big decision
Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2011 2:00 pm
Profits per partner. A coarse gauge of how much partners earn.
Re: Making the big decision
Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2011 2:05 pm
Where can we get a good rpm list that's free? Amlaw charges
Re: Making the big decision
Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2011 2:36 pm
You should be able to view it here: http://www.law.com/jsp/tal/PubArticleTA ... 2448485080. Also, no reason to be anonymous...Anonymous User wrote:Where can we get a good rpm list that's free? Amlaw charges