Should I accept an offer and then negotiate with my current firm? Generally in the Big 4, are there any repercussions for accepting an offer and then declining it?

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No repercussions other than burning a bridge. Why not negotiate with your current firm before accepting the offer?

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Ok. Thank you both.

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