"The top law firm for midlevel associate satisfaction is O'Melveny & Myers, according to an American Lawyer survey published by Law.com. More than 3,000 associates in their third, fourth and fifth years responded to the survey asking them to grade their firms in 12 categories on a scale of 1 to 5, Law.com reports. The categories included compensation and benefits, training and guidance, relationships with partners and other associates, satisfaction with the work, billable-hours policy, and management transparency about firm strategies and partnership chances."
"The survey was distributed as firms were deciding how to respond to punitive executive orders by President Donald Trump, directed at firms based on their clients, causes and diversity initiatives. More than 100 associates mentioned either the impact of Trump on the legal profession, pro bono deals made by firms to avoid the orders, and commitment to diversity, Law.com reports in a separate story."
O'Melveny & Myers ranks highest for midlevel associate satisfaction. More than 3,000 third- through fifth-year associates graded firms across 12 categories including compensation, training, relationships, work satisfaction, billable-hours policy, and transparency about firm strategy and partnership prospects. The survey coincided with firm deliberations over punitive executive orders by President Donald Trump, prompting over 100 associates to mention Trump-related impacts, pro bono responses, and diversity commitments. Willkie Farr & Gallagher drew criticism from 25 associates over a $100 million pro bono pledge tied to Trump-supported causes. Associates also reported widespread technology frustrations, citing slow security software, outdated equipment, crashes, and anxiety about AI replacing entry-level roles.
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