I'm interested in a legal specialty which is generally small but more prevalent in tech oriented law firms. I'm striking out at my target techy law firms, but have an offer from a non v100 firm that is reputable in the specialty/market I'm interested in. On the other hand, I have an offer from a white shoe, v10/15 firm in which it would probably be more difficult to gain experience in my interest area.
I'm considering applying to my target firms again next year as a 3L or eventually lateraling. With these things in mind, which firm would it make sense to go with for my 2L summer?
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Re: 2L deciding between firms
IMO you have to really think about what is drawing you to this particular practice area and how confident you are that you couldn't get the same/more fulfillment from other types of work. unless you have ruled out other practice areas, I do think taking a more generalist approach early-on at a more prestigious firm could make sense. that way, you have plenty of flexibility to explore new things or, after a few years, exit/lateral to a smaller firm where you can specialize in that small practice area, given you harness a skillset at the v15 that translates well to that type of work.
