I would like to first commend the attorney for starting this bowl. I attended a T4 school and was stuck in doc review for years. However through networking, I made connections which gave me a chance to get my foot through the door. One I did I knew they would have to physically drag me out of that firm if they wanted me to leave. Now I’m a partner at a multi-state/national firm. I’m always looking for similarly situated young attorneys to mentor and help. Anyone out there feel free to pm me.

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Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I think the challenges that shape us for success give us the perseverance to make a difference for ourselves when the time is right.

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I’m similarly situated! I went to a T4 school, grades were “meh” yet I’m about to lateral into an Am100 firm in 2 weeks!

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I’m in the DFW area

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