Top Law Schools

are exit options from smaller secondary markets (think Atlanta/Charlotte size) worse than exit options from NYC and other major markets? I've seen a few people on various threads claiming NYC is generally going to have the best exit options for big law associates. how should one weigh this when deciding where to practice? appreciate the thoughts!

It depends on what kind of exit opportunities you want. Yes, NYC will give you the most flexibility for exiting. But if your goal is to work in-house for a Texas business, then working Texas biglaw would probably be a better choice.