Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
VAULT RANKINGS 2013
THE BUZZ…
• "Friendly"
• "Too much turnover"
• "Huge focus on hours"
• "Knowledgeable IP group"
NEWS AND UPDATES
Vault's Scoop
Uppers
• "Remarkable congeniality of the partners, associates, and staff"
• "Experience and responsibility early on"
• "At the forefront of law firms with respect to retention of women"
Downers
• "Difficult to meet the billable hour requirement"
• "Not very social"
• "We have stagnated"
ABOUT THIS COMPANY:
THE SCOOP
With a full name like Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, it's no surprise that this firm is the product of big mergers between well-established practices. The firms that created today's Pillsbury have long, proud heritages that go back to the 1800s.
Giants Combined
Pillsbury began on the west coast in 1874 as the practice of Evans S. Pillsbury, who represented a local banking and delivery service called Wells Fargo.
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Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP Perspective
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP HIGHLIGHTS
Every day at Pillsbury, we work on ground-breaking matters for some of the world’s most innovative companies. Every day, we confront some of the most meaningful legal challenges of our time. Every day, we take on pro bono cases that change lives and frame important social issues.
This is a place where initiative is valued and rewarded, where self-starters become team players, and where continual growth—both professional and personal—underscores every successful career.
YOUR CAREER AT Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
At Pillsbury, brains and talent are a given. What sets us apart is our chemistry—that appealing combination of teamwork, drive, and mutual respect that’s hard to define, but easy to recognize. It’s built into our culture. It’s often noted by our clients. And if you’re a person who thrives on collaboration, Pillsbury is where you want to be.
Getting Hired
Tips from the inside
Vault’s Verdict: While the firm may prefer high GPAs from top schools, a cultural fit is also important. Friendly but business-focused lawyers will excel at Pillsbury.
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