Challenging, dynamic environment with strong leadership and cutting edge vision. - Senior Level Manager Sidley Austin Employee Review

4.0
May 14, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

The firm is recognized as a worldwide leader. The intellectual capital of both staff and attorneys is really superior. My work is always challenging and requires forward thinking. Directors and firm management are accessible. Salaries and benefits are competitive, market or above. Quality place to work where staff retention is good and many have significant longevity with the firm.

Cons

Long hours during certain periods which could be mitigated with improved communication. At times, noticeable inconsideration from firm management with demands at the end of the day for immediate turnaround for non-critical materials. Implied expectation to check emails after hours, weekends and on vacation.

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
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Pros

Culture is really depending on the practice group.

Cons

Insurance is from Illinois. More often than not, people are rude.

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