The Former Lawyer Podcast
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The Former Lawyer Podcast
Is Making Partner Really Better Than Being an Associate
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Sarah Cottrell
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Episode 273
You're a senior associate who keeps telling yourself, "it'll get better when I make partner." But what if it doesn't? What if making partner actually makes things worse?
In this episode, Sarah addresses the common misconception that partnership will solve the problems you hate about being a lawyer. She breaks down why so many lawyers who finally make partner realize they've made a terrible mistake, and explains the real reasons partnership decisions aren't actually merit-based.
If you're a senior associate considering the partnership track, this episode will help you ask the right questions before you commit to a process that might not give you what you think it will.
See show notes at formerlawyer.com/273