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"... the sheer number of people applying to join the firm. If they knew the chaos of this place would they still want to come? I suspect, sadly, the answer is yes. However chaotic this place is, I am sure it is not as bad as other offices."

"...the meeting had more the feel of a bitter litigation battle between a divorcing couple - all defensive body postures, suspicious facial expressions and unfriendly voices. The fact the "small talk" was so poisonous did not leave a very good impression - particularly given everyone is supposed to be on the same side."

"...the hearing was quite a disaster – a poor presentation by the client; client blaming the partner; partner blaming the counsel; counsel blaming the associates; associates blaming each other; trainees/referendars wondering if they still want to become lawyers. Glad I was not in the office ..."

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