I currently work at a top pharma company doing Policy and Gov’t relations work. I have been doing this since I graduated law school. I have come to realize that I would rather practice law at a firm because I am not happy with the development opportunities or lack thereof with my current role. Is it possible for me to transition into big law without ever being a summer associate? I would appreciate any insight and or guidance

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You sound like you belong in DC. Open to relocating? I myself started in-house and went big law after a couple of years. Now still seems like a great time to lateral.

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Yes, I’m currently in the DMV and I am willing to relocate. AA1 I hope you don’t mind if I pm you for guidance.

Might be easier to start at a smaller firm first and then move to big law.

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Thank you A1.

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