I’m about to give my notice at a firm I’ve been at for the majority of my legal career. They’ve recently offered me non-equity partnership (which I’ve accepted), w equity partnership on the horizon. However, I’ve been annoyed with their way of running the business and getting between me and my earnings far too long; and I received a lucrative offer to go in-house. I’m not looking forward to their reaction and feel bad about them having to take over my docket when everyone’s very busy. Any tips?

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One tip. Enjoy your new life to the fullest. Don’t let your perception of other people’s feelings get in the way of that.

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You have made other people very rich during your time. You owe them nothing.

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Non-equity partnership is a title. Significant, but a title.

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Correct. I’d get equity in a couple of months. But they’re so bad at running the business the equity will likely be underwhelming. They won’t let me leverage support staff or associates to the extent needed to be able to make any money. I’m just tired of the opportunity cost here. Everything else has been great, WLB, nice people, etc.

Just tell them you appreciate the opportunity you were offered but that another opportunity came up that you just have to take.

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Congrats on the new role. What’s your salary / total comp ?

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Thank you!

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You will also be a very highly prized potential client. Leave on good terms and they will understand.

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