Does DLA Piper pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, DLA Piper employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at DLA Piper. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at DLA Piper?

70% of DLA Piper employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated DLA Piper 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at DLA Piper?

Associate (141) , Intern (52) , Legal Secretary (41) , Senior Associate (36) , Paralegal (32) , Solicitor (30) , Lawyer (27) , Legal Assistant (23) , Internship (19) , Associate Lawyer (18) , Stagiaire (18) , Attorney (16) , Trainee Lawyer (15) , Associate Attorney (13) , Trainee Solicitor (12)

What are the pros of working at DLA Piper according to real employee reviews?

"very enjoyable and people were very nice" ((in 108 reviews)); "good benefits and out side of work events." ((in 65 reviews)); "Good culture and lovely people." ((in 52 reviews)); "Good pay and conditions." ((in 44 reviews)); "Interesting work and good salary" ((in 42 reviews))

What are the cons of working at DLA Piper according to real employee reviews?

"Plenty of people work long hours and get work done but efficiency would go way up with a tech overhaul" ((in 52 reviews)); "No work/life balance (depending on a group and season)" ((in 34 reviews)); "Poor management" ((in 32 reviews)); "late working hours;" ((in 26 reviews)); "no training or career development (poor feedback/no interest in individual progression" ((in 12 reviews))

What are employees saying about DLA Piper layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about DLA Piper layoffs and their outlook for job security at DLA Piper in 2026.

What are the top reviewed DLA Piper locations?

New York , Chicago , Washington , Baltimore , Los Angeles , San Francisco , Tampa , San Diego , Boston , Philadelphia , Atlanta , Palo Alto , Austin , East Palo Alto , Dallas , Phoenix , Houston , Minneapolis , Miami , Century City , Newark , Hillside , Petersburg , Richmond , Reston , Sacramento , San Jose , Denver , Hartford , Seattle

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DLA Piper reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(1,043 total reviews)

Charles Severs and Frank Ryan

71% approve of CEO

64% positive business outlook

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DLA Piper has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 1,043 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The DLA Piper employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Legal industry (3.8 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

4.0

Feb 1, 2022

Great international experience

Junior associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Most project are international, so it's a great practice for young lawyers. Also, the company upholds outstanding corporate standards.

Cons

The salary level is usually lower than the median on the market.

5.0

Jan 30, 2022

really good

Associate lawyer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good salary Friendly environment Good and hardworking staff

Cons

There are no cons for this company

5.0

Jan 29, 2022

Nice life/work balance

Technology architect

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

People are treated equally Flexible working scheme Modern tech, great projects Clear strategy and vision

Cons

There are few toxic people, but I bet they are everywhere. They somehow find their way into every org. Tbh I can’t think of major cons

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