Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

OUR SURVEY SAYS

Vault’s Verdict: There’s not much in the way of after-work socializing at Debevoise—and that’s just how the family-oriented associates like it. Although attorneys here love the collegial culture and commitment to diversity, some are worried about finding enough work.

Associate Life

Satisfaction
• “If I have to work in BigLaw, I want to work at Debevoise.”
• “As a new associate, I have had a hard time getting work, which leads to little or no personal interaction with people at the firm and a general sense of social and professional isolation. Yet the interactions I have had have been good, so I am optimistic that things will improve.”
• “As law firms go, I enjoy the culture here and feel it’s a good fit. It’s a collection of very intelligent, considerate people. That said, the hours are very difficult and trying.”
• “Debevoise is a great place to work. It is a truly collaborative and respectful environment. I am very happy with the cases I have worked on, which are substantively interesting and well-managed. My only point of criticism would be the lack of practice group structure in the litigation department, which sometimes causes inconsistencies in staffing.”