very disappointing - Legal Assistant DLA Piper Employee Review

2.0
Nov 25, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

nice offices, regular functions and good in-office perks

Cons

-company focuses more on spending money on lavish offices and amenities than providing market level pay. -the first time I got feedback that I was doing an "excellent job" was in my performance review... I had been with the firm for a year already. -very hard to get any recognition despite being a high performer. LAs get treated very poorly. -depsite being very good at my job, my partner(s) became very petty once I resigned, could not get a recommendation for my next firm. didn't even get a card organised as everyone usually does. -very high turnover - agree it felt like a sinking ship. -management allows poor performance and bullying, people raising the issue are considered the 'problem' moreso than the offender

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5.0
Jun 10, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Thoughtful and understanding management. Good team atmosphere. Flexible work arrangement.

Cons

Clients can be demanding. Frequently working against tight deadlines.

3.0
May 4, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

- Excellent pay and benefits - Flexibility with the hybrid schedule (depending on your practice group) - Easy to build community with other assistants and paralegals

Cons

- Easy to fall into burnout due to understaffing in assistant/paralegal positions - Be prepared for an unexpectedly higher or lower workload at any point. - D.C. location is particularly strict about the hybrid expectations - A bit disorganized as a whole when it comes to onboarding and training for your particular practice group.

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