How often does Gibson Dunn hold people back if they hit hours in lit? Considering a lateral but their review and progression system gives me pause

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Why would a firm hold someone back if they hit hours?

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Yes, I’m responding from a GDC perspective.

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Never heard of this at GDC.

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Good to know

Would not recommend GDC, their bonus policy get more strict year over year

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In what way has it gotten stricter?

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