Any general anecdotes about moving from a market-paying law firm to government? What was the experience like? Any regrets? How bad did the pay cut sting?

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The pay cut is hard. And the work will be demanding. But challenging. I enjoy not having to get clients or go to court. I work for the SBA. I am sure that the pay grade will increase but it is very lockstep

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Wait, more demanding than biglaw?

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