Wiley Rein LLP

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Wiley Rein LLP hires associates from T14 law schools and schools in and around DC who have experience or interest in government or regulatory work. People in the office are friendly, professional, and collaborative, and they enjoy socializing at firm-sponsored events and organically in the office. Partners care about and value associates and look for ways to help associates progress in their careers. Partners and senior associates are approachable mentors who are willing to answer questions and provide feedback, which is supplemented by general and practice-group-specific trainings. Lunch meetings and regular trainings help laterals integrate into the firm. Work assignments are varied, interesting, and challenging, and associates have direct, substantive contact with clients. Wiley Rein’s billable hours requirement is 1,950 hours, and attorneys have flexibility in when and where they work. Salaries match the prevailing BigLaw rate, but hours-based bonuses fall short of the market standard. The firm is making changes to improve its technology, and it employs a helpful IT team. Wellness initiatives include activity challenges, flu shots, and topical presentations. Pro bono work is promoted by a dedicated partner and committee, with 50 hours of pro bono work counted as billable and additional hours counted with approval. Associates see viable paths for promotion to counsel, non-equity partner, and equity partner. Those who leave find roles in-house, in the government, and at other firms. Perks include a subscription to One Medical and a technology stipend.