Schiff Hardin LLP

Also Known As: Schiff Hardin, Schiff Hardin LLP, Schiff

Law Firms

VAULT RANKINGS 2013

#12 Transparency

#15 Associate/Partner Relations

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GENERAL INFO

Headquarters: Chicago, IL
9 offices
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THE BUZZ…

• “Solid and reliable”
• “Consistent”
• “Regional”
• “Associates work long hours”

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Vault's Scoop

Uppers

• “Opportunity for real responsibility"
• “The quality (personally and professionally) of the other attorneys"
• “Work/life balance"

Downers

• “Stress regarding billing"
• “Opaque tiered salary/bonus structure"
• “It’s a little quiet around the office"

ABOUT THIS COMPANY:

With litigation as its largest practice group, Chicago-based Schiff Hardin has grown into a bi-coastal law firm which counsels both local and international clients.

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Schiff Hardin REVIEWS

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Schiff Hardin SALARIES

Schiff Hardin LLP salary & compensation reviews include all signing and year-end bonuses, vacation time and other perks and reimbursements that make up total compensation.

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Schiff Hardin SURVEY SAYS

Vault’s Verdict: A relatively transparent partnership that is interested in mentoring and advancing associates' careers earns Schiff Hardin rave reviews, but a move away from lockstep compensation has some grumbling.

Associate Life

Satisfaction
• “Supportive atmosphere to work. Great attorneys, great staff."
• “I have the best work in my area that exists. I work in a supportive environment. While Schiff doesn't pay top dollar in my market, I believe I will remain employed, unlike at other firms where layoffs could occur at any moment."
• “Work is a bit slow, and opportunities to learn the requisite to advance are lacking."
• “I would like broader projects. Most of the projects are the same—research and writing projects."

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Company Initiatives

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