Any thoughts on when making a lateral move as a mid-level litigation associate will be feasible again? I want to make a change, but (for obvious reasons) I worry firms may not be looking for any more mouths to feed at this time.

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I don’t think anyone knows. In April everyone thought it would be okay in May and it’s almost become worse. It’s mostly just a wait and see situation.

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What? It’s feasible now. Firms are hiring. Will DM.

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