Is there such a thing as job security in the law? I work in government and thought I was secure, but with recent budget cuts and my medical problems I don't know anymore.

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I think the only job security in law are partners with huge books of business. But that takes a lot of time and energy to build -- often years -- and usually comes from relationships.

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State government in a major economic center. So you’re not impacted by the instability of federal elections, and you might actually get paid a livable (though still not great) salary.

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Nope. Especially with AI coming.

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If you find it, let me know. Even being a partner doesn't help.

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Job security in ID and PI in large metro areas like Philly is probably as good it gets. Even when I see some layoffs or lawyers fired for work related issues, they get scooped up pretty fast by other firms.

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