I’m thinking about transitioning to In-House from a big law firm where I practice Employee Benefits. Will employers consider me without the typical “corporate” or “litigation” experience?

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Are you looking for an EB/EC position? They're out there, but don't come up nearly as often.

A company is not going to allow you to change your practice area to come in house, they're going to want someone that has the specific experience they need. You would need to find an in-house opportunity within your specialty.

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