Many lawyers are drawn to self-employment for the freedom it offers, but opening a law firm can lead to long-term negative career consequences. Once established, closing a practice poses challenges, as lawyers face hurdles withdrawing from cases, particularly in litigation. These responsibilities may hinder transitions to new opportunities, such as government positions. Moreover, some attorneys find it difficult to pivot to employment with other firms due to undesirable cases they cannot easily offload, affecting their ability to make a successful career shift.
Starting a law firm may seem appealing due to self-employment's freedom, but it presents significant challenges when transitioning to other career opportunities, especially in managing ongoing responsibilities.
Lawyers opening their own practice often encounter difficulties in withdrawing from ongoing cases, especially in litigation, which complicates potential career shifts.
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