People at Milbank: did you know Milbank was destined for V1 when you chose it? Or did you just luck into working at the best firm?

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CravaTTTh is a midlaw boutique in New York meant for people who don’t like money and want to learn from second rate lawyers

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Watchell deserves to be Milbank-lite

Cravath and Milbank #1 and #2

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