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.

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

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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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4.0

Jun 27, 2017

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Anonymous employee

Recommend

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Business Outlook

Pros

top matters and top clients nice, a opportunity to learn, very interesting work both in advising clients and in litigation; an attractive salary

Cons

very high work pressure, not a very good work life balance, also limited visibility vs clients for the more junior associates

4.0

Jun 15, 2017

Associate

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

the people, compensation, and openness to alternative work schedules

Cons

the billable hour requirement and work life balance is a challenge

4.0

Jun 12, 2017

A growing, collaborative environment

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Steady and good people. Comfortable environment. Food and special celebrations. Collaborative team focused regional support. Global company with a strong presence

Cons

No room for growth or advancement. No opportunity. When a door opens there is no communication or assistance offered to help you move forward. No tuition or certification reimbursement.

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