Law Exit Opportunities

Any advice for a junior attorney looking to pivot out of the legal progression? I’ve been job searching for 8 months following a layoff and I’m getting nothing and need to move on. I’m getting good in… more

Do any recruiters work with attorneys who are looking to get out of the legal field? Or is it just for lateraling?

Anyone consider med school as an exit? It's never too late, apparently! Makes me think of a gentleman in my law school class year pursuing a second phase of his career who must have been at least 60. … more

Been in the legal field for 10+ yrs now and am not happy, haven’t been for a long time. It’s the field, not necessarily the firms. What is something one can transition to after being in the legal fiel… more

Anyone familiar with working as Littler Casesmart (LCS) Counsel? Wondering if you can work remotely from overseas without any issues from leadership, IT, etc. (but still on your time zone, or even on … more

I have a well-paid, good benefits, and good hours, etc., government job. But it’s in-person. I'm in need of remote work due to childcare obligations. I was offered a job at the same salary (I'… more

What opportunities are there for a law graduate from a foreign country (i.e. South Africa) in a country like the USA and Canada? Looking to practice as an attorney

Anyone leave a career in law to find success as an Uber/Lyft driver (or similar)?

Is the grass really any more green?

Has anyone gotten their MBA as a way out of litigation? If you did, where did you end up?

I work at a really small firm and wouldn’t need it unless it was going to help me escape.

Anyone else feel like your boss senses when you are applying for other jobs or is it just my anxiety kicking in? 😫

Has anyone found happiness in their career or at least contentment after leaving law

Those who have left and don't do in house, what do you do?

Open to any in house energy opportunities. Please DM!

Best books, podcasts, associations, etc for the litigator ready to leave the practice? Thank you

For M&A lawyers who don’t have a business background (prior to the job) - what non law exit opportunities are we qualified for? Fine to be law related but looking for opportunities outside of the … more

Any criminal law/family law attorneys here who successfully pivoted out of active practice? Been attempting to do so for a few months but haven't had any luck. Can't tell if it's me as a c… more

Looking to transition out of law practice after 1 year. Long story short, I have been practicing for a year, and my current firm is only paying me 17.00/hr. Its really a terrible situation, and i feel… more

I’ve worked in private practice (litigation) and in-house in government, healthcare, and tech. I feel like Goldilocks before she found the third bear’s bed. And I think I’m just done, but I’m really s… more

After 12 years going to make the jump out of big law. What should I be sure to ask for, take with me, ask for copies of etc?

Looking to work at a boutique matrimonial / family law firm in NYC with hybrid/remote work schedule. I will take an entry level role although I have 12+ years of experience working for the Courts in all legal arenas (3 years… more

Hey everyone, I graduated a year ago, managed to pass my state bar on the first try, but I haven't been able to land any legal jobs. What non legal work could I try to land?

I’ve been a litigator for the past 5 years and I despise being an attorney at this point. Any recommendations for any other types of work, or does anyone know of anyone hiring?

Any anecdotal stories of lawyers turned software engineers?

I’ve been a litigation attorney for the past 6 years and I need out. Any advice on where to find regulatory compliance jobs or really any job that’s research/writing focused? Are these jobs available … more

Any advice for a 5+ year associate in ID who is trying to get out…?

Is anyone developing their creative career, like in fiction writing, screenwriting, acting, music, or art, while working in law? If so, what kinds of law jobs allow for side quests into creative fiel… more

Anyone make a pivot from law to finance?

Has anyone here switched to a professional development position? Are you happier?

I was extended an offer for a sanctions compliance officer position. I’ll have two people reporting to me and this will be at a regional bank. They came with 165, but I have stock options, profit shar… more

Has anyone moved from being a lawyer at a big law firm to being on the business side (practice management, associate development, legal directors)? Would you be willing to chat about how you made the … more

Best resource to get recent market data on compensation and equity grants for a jump to in house role?

Starting to feel some burnout in med mal defense world. I love the job but starting to feel overwhelmed and tired or fighting every day. How is the transition from litigation to health care in-house?

Anyone go in house to an insurance company? If so, how did you like it compared to a firm?

Looking to get out of practice. I’m also a handicapped individual. Would really like to get in with a company like Unum and be an ADA specialist. Does anyone have any experience with that particular r… more

Wanting to stop practicing soon…I’ve felt this way since day 1 and I’m been practicing for 6 years. Thinking about legal editing or compliance…anyone made a similar transition? No kids, loans, and a l… more

Any professional development ex laweyrs here?

I’m a recent law graduate any body know of any lobbying firms hiring in Florida ?

Anyone familiar with the legal data analyst role at Bloomberg?

If a company or firm does not list a position on their website, but it is on a third party job application site, is it actually legit?