Exit options for a burned out litigator Forum

[Anonymous User]

Hi all, I'm sure this question has been asked before, but I'm just reaching out to see if anyone has any thoughts about my situation. I went to a T14 and have a couple of years of PI and private practice (mix of mid-law and biglaw) litigation work behind me. I'm currently at a USAO in a large city. However, I'm massively burned out, and thinking of making an exit at the beginning of 2024. Anyone have any thoughts based on the minimal amount of detail I've shared on my odds of landing in a less stressful kind of position (e.g. in-house)? Any experiences that anyone can relate would be especially appreciated. Thanks.

[bajablast]

What kind of matters have you worked on? L&E translates well to in-house.

[Anonymous User]

I haven't personally pursued this at all, but a USAO colleague who doesn't have private sector experience was talking about looking into into corporate investigations, which seemed like a decent match for a prosecutor (assuming you're currently a criminal AUSA).

[Anonymous User]

The SEC's Enforcement Division will be hiring very many attorneys soon, either investigative or trial counsel.

A surprising number of my new colleagues are arrivals from the U.S. Attorney's Office.

I assure you it's considerably less stressful and offers the best pay in the federal government.