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I'm a securities/capital markets midlevel in a secondary city at a well known firm considering a relocation to NYC. My main motivation behind relocating is not professional, but to experience a new city and the culture/fun of living in a world capital. I've connected a lot with New York the times I've visited and think I'd enjoy living there for a couple years, but am a little put off by the posts I've read on here of the intense work lifestyle of NYC biglaw. I bill about ~1800 at my current gig and still feel like I work a decent amount, and the thought of billing 300-500 more hours/year than I currently do seems a little overwhelming, especially if I'm making the move to enjoy the city. I don't need a strict 9-5, but I'm curious if anyone has any stories/recommendations about practicing in NYC while still maintaining some semblance of a life outside of work.

Sounds like you want Chicago or LA

The Lsat Airbender wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 13, 2024 9:21 pm

Sounds like you want Chicago or LA

My exact thought.

You may not get many responses as they are all busy working.

I'd focus more on the big west coast cities such as Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco/Bay Area, San Diego, etc. It's a different vibe than NYC and other large east coast metros but you'll likely have a better chance of some wlb on the west coast.

1800-1900 a year is considered slow probably at all the reputable shops in NY