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Cadwalader Wickersham

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Look out for all employees, not just senior partners - Anonymous employee Cadwalader Wickersham Employee Review

2.0
Jun 22, 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

I had a competitive salary, great benefits, and ample paid time off. I met some very kind and brilliant people and strengthened my skills set. The firm is well known in the area and looks good on a resume.

Cons

Being available for some overtime does not mean being expected to be at your partner's beck and call at any hour of the day. Work/life balance was terrible. Office politics were equally terrible. In the end, the trust I had given the firm was shattered.

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Cons

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4.0
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Cons

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