Pillsbury

Our Survey Says

 VAULT'S VERDICT:

Pillsbury seeks well-rounded, enthusiastic, and sociable individuals and recruits from top national and regional law schools. Successful candidates fit in with their smart, driven, and friendly colleagues. Partners engage respectfully with associates, welcome their insights, and give feedback on work product. Laterals find a mentor, an advisor, and a welcoming culture waiting for them at Pillsbury, enabling them to meet people and integrate effectively. Purposeful trainings ensure that associates improve their skill sets, and accessible associate and partner mentors provide hands-on teaching and general guidance for professional development. Lean teams mean that associates get a broad range of experiences early in their career. Associates manage their own workloads through a free market system, and strong performers can expect to take increasing responsibility. The firm’s 1,950-hour billable requirement includes up to 300 hours of pro bono and development work, and associates say that they have flexibility in their hours and work location. Compensation is equal to market standards with opportunities for super bonuses for associates who bill 2,200 or 2,400 hours. New laptops, updated tech platforms, and multiple AI platforms support Pillsbury’s push for technological efficiency and innovation. Massages, health screenings, counseling, and workshops contribute to employee wellness. The firm supports pro bono work for associate development and giving back to the community. Realistic internal promotion options include counsel positions and equity partner.