If your law firm offers an employer match to a 401(k) account, it almost always makes sense to contribute up to that cap to your 401(k) even if you have student loans.
I made the mistake of not contributing to my 401(k) to pay off $200,000 of student loans, prioritizing immediate debt over future financial benefits.
Many people around the office pointed out that this was a bad strategy, and that I was leaving money on the table by not contributing to a 401(k) plan.
Deferring retirement saving in favor of tackling student loans can lead to missed opportunities for free money through employer matches.
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