What should I look out for when leaving a state position to join a small firm as a junior attorney. What amount of billable hours are good for work life balance?

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From personal experience any number was a shock to the system but I think 1800 is reasonable. Watch out at smaller firms whether pro bono etc can count towards that number.

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I did this and I don't recommend it. My firm required 1800. It's not just the hours it's the constant anxiety about meeting hours due to factors out of your control - usually distribution of work is up to partners. I stayed a short time and moved back to government.

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