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Amaru
Amaru Member Posts: 1 Member
in Colorectal Cancer #1

I'm was diagnosed in June 2024. Completed first round of Chemo. I'm a Private Equity Lawyer (20 yrs) - M&A and Securities. Now, I can't find a position at any law firm. I don't offer why I took such a long hiatus from practicing, but also can't lie when pressed. My career has been a huge part of my life and now I am feeling very lost

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  • Arx001
    Arx001 CSN Member Posts: 50 Member
    #2

    Assuming that you got a complete response to your treatment why would you wish to join a discriminatory workplace? Can you not go down the ladder and choose a smaller firm who would be eager to benefit from your experience and skills? Perhaps you start your small law firm with a few younger partners?

  • mak1970
    mak1970 CSN Member Posts: 14 Member
    #3

    Hello Amari- I am a pseudo attorney as well and if you are willing to discuss more, please let me know! As an aside, it is always more difficult to get a “job” as you get older as well. ADA applies to law firms as well so you may be able to sharpen your skills by pursuing this avenue (but I agree with Arx001 that it is better not to work for such jerks!)

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