Been let go 3 times by big law firms - twice during COVID and last year. Last firm, I changed my practice from corporate to litigation. I learnt that I was being underpaid (compared to the rate they were charging clients for my work). I complained, and they increased my salary. Things went south after that, and was told that my technical skills were not commensurate with my pay. They said it was not my fault since I changed practice areas and was catching up but weren't willing to negotiate.

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I loved my job so much. I had good relationships with the partners I worked with. I am currently in-house but would love to go back to private practice (big law, I have done a small firm, and it was not for me). If anyone has experienced this- would love to learn about how you navigated this.

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Unfortunately your salary is closely adhered to the value you bring to the firm. As a benchmark, if I switch practice groups, I’ll ask for below market as a way to market my “less than average” skill set with the grace period I need to transition into the firm. Later on, I’ll negotiate a bigger salary. So for example, if I didn’t get a salary increase the first year bc I started later in the year, then I’ll ask for a larger amount the 2nd year, and it will likely be granted.

Asking for a salary increase is a double edge sword, and you’ll have to sink or swim to add value to any firm.

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That's exactly what I did. I only asked for the increase a year in after glowing reviews. But I hear what you are saying. I think I should have delayed asking for the increase.

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