I’m an older attorney and I want to join a mid size firm. I have the experience and ability. But I am afraid that I will be seen as too old. Any thoughts?

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It may depend on the specific practice area, location, and firm culture you find. I did this last year as a 40 year old and am having a great experience, if that helps. Bay area, laid back firm management, public agency law (I transitioned from government.)

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I joined biglaw as a sixth year at age 37...so you're good! Any firm that has a strict line about ages/experience probably isn't where you want to work anyway.

So I am talking about older. But I want to note something here: do you think a man would even worry about his age in such a situation? I highly doubt it

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