How long is the current lateral market craze expected to last?

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3.7 months.

Srsly, until client demand subsides. No one knows.

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I think if people knew, they would not be working in big law....they would be trading options and richer then your least favorite asshole partner

That said, 6-12 months

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As long as the stimmy money doesn’t run dry

It may end tomorrow. If you have a great job offer or are considering a move, I’d jump on it now while the leverage is good. The same move a year from now may require a class year cut or just not be an option.

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