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?

67% of DLA Piper employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated DLA Piper 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.4 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 105 reviews)); "good benefits and out side of work events." ((in 62 reviews)); "Good pay and conditions." ((in 48 reviews)); "Remote Work and great culture" ((in 46 reviews)); "Interesting work and good salary" ((in 40 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 50 reviews)); "No work/life balance (depending on a group and season)" ((in 32 reviews)); "late working hours;" ((in 27 reviews)); "no training contract opportunities" ((in 13 reviews)); "Worked 2500+ billable and the bonus for the 500 over the 2000 quota was < (salary/2000)" ((in 10 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.

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DLA Piper reviews

3.7

67% would recommend to a friend

(1,041 total reviews)

Charles Severs and Frank Ryan

69% approve of CEO

65% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Culture & values

3.4

Career opportunities

3.3

Work/Life balance

3.3

Senior management

DLA Piper has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 1,041 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).

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Reviews by job title

1K reviews

5.0

Mar 30, 2017

Great company, great people, great opportunities.

Business development

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

A really intelligent business law firm with a dynamic global strategy. Opportunities are endless if you want to progress. They'll push you to excel, and try position you in a place where you want to be in you career. People are generally polite/respectful and committed - the culture of the firm demands it. Given the size of the firm, there are many opportunities for work travel/secondments. The company has a 'fight forever' mentality. They won't stand still and won't settle for second.

Cons

Some fee earner -v- support staff tension, but the same exists in all law firms. Certain areas of management do not take responsibility for disengaged/poor performing staff. A reputation for not paying market rates for business professions. However, the benefits offered are very competitive.

DLA Piper Response

Your feedback is greatly appreciated. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed your time at DLA Piper. It's employees like you that help shape our vision and culture. We think it's a great place to be and we hope you stay in touch through our alumni community. Thank you for your excellent review.

3.0

Dec 15, 2016

Life at DLA

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Lots,of social outings, good benefits aside from the lack of bonus, opportunity to get good experience

Cons

Poor communication, and a very hierarchical working environment - there is no desire to retain employees and progress them.

1.0

Oct 6, 2016

Intern

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

have nothing unusual to report

Cons

please consider seriously if you have a chance

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