Three firms in three years Forum

(Deciding to leave, same firm different office, Reference requests)
Luckystrike3090

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Three firms in three years

Post by Luckystrike3090 » Thu Jun 23, 2022 5:44 pm

I am currently interviewing for patent pros positions as a rising 4th year. I was in Biglaw for 1.5 years and was let go because of the COVID slowdown. I joined a small but well respected IP boutique for about $180k and have been there for about 1.5 years, but it has been just as slow as my old firm. Last year I billed 1000 hours with an 1800 hour target and got no raise or bonus. This year I am on track for 1500, still below target. My performance review is not until November. However, right now is really hot for my technical background and I can't wait until November in case I miss a great opportunity. I am getting interviews with both IP boutiques and Biglaw, both for my city and for remote roles, and at my current salary up to Biglaw $. My question is about the risk of jumping law firms again so soon. With COVID and the hot lateral market, will I kill my career if this next job doesn't work out? Also, if I have offers in hand, is it crazy to ask for enough money to stay even if I am low on hours? I wouldn't mention other offers, as this may backfire, but I feel that I may have some leverage, as I am the only associate with my technical background in my group. Thanks upfront for any advice!

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Re: Three firms in three years

Post by sparty99 » Thu Jun 23, 2022 7:38 pm

I would leave for more money and so you don't have to worry about your hours. You will have to be at your next firm for 2 to 4 years so you don't look like a job hopper. Although who cares, really.

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Re: Three firms in three years

Post by Prudent_Jurist » Thu Jun 23, 2022 8:11 pm

At this point, OP, my only question is how high can you go?

nihonsundeitai

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Re: Three firms in three years

Post by nihonsundeitai » Fri Jun 24, 2022 8:31 am

The market has changed a lot the last few years. I don't think it will matter as long as you have a good reason as to why you lateraled each time.

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