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Proskauer Rose Lateral Profile 2025
It’s hard to believe all our associates were applying to the same firm. “Proskauer is one of the most public-facing firms that does sports work,” said one, while another junior contrastingly “wanted to find a firm in the healthcare field.” But “I wanted a big corporate practice with a New York base!” revealed another, with additional interviewees expressing how they were initially “looking for a strong real estate firm in Boston” and “a big firm that did trusts and estates.” Luckily for our sources, “Proskauer has a reputation for doing high-end work in a variety of fields.” As such, the firm is awarded top marks nationwide for its work in employee benefits and executive compensation, healthcare, labor and employment, in addition to its sports law expertise.
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Why did you join your firm? Associates say…
“For its New York roots, transparency in management, and growth in its litigation practice in New York and California.”
“I summered here, and everyone was incredibly friendly and generous with their time. Once they offered me a position I didn't even think about another firm.”
“Great clients and deals, smart and friendly colleagues, a manageable workload and great long-term opportunities.”
Career Development & the Path to Partnership
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12 |
1.7 : 1 |
78% |
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|
partners made in 2024 |
associate : partner gearing |
of associates intend to make partner |
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|
67% |
68% |
79% |
||
| felt partnership was achievable for attorneys with childcare/caregiver responsibilities | felt partnership was achievable at the firm | agreed partners are nurturing future leaders |
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Hours & Compensation
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no requirement |
15 |
47.5 |
|
billable hours |
average number of vacation days associates took in one year |
average number of hours associates worked in one week |
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79% |
83% |
81% |
| agreed they had a good work-life balance |
felt like they could take vacation/annual leave on their own terms |
found the firm's claims around bonus allocation to be authentic |
Salaries
1st year: $225,000
2nd year: $235,000
3rd year: $260,000
4th year: $310,000
5th year: $365,000
6th year: $390,000
7th year: $420,000
8th year: $435,000
Is Proskauer Rose the right firm for you?
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93% |
91% |
91% |
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were happy in their current role |
agreed the work they received was of the right quality |
felt that they chose the right firm |
Here's what survey respondents had to say about the firm's culture...
“Proskauer is a warm and welcoming workplace where questions are welcome and thorough training is provided. Attorneys across departments support each other and work collaboratively to get deals done.”
“Everyone working here is very supportive and willing to mentor you.”
“There's less Goodhardt-ing here than most places. We focus on delivery of legal services rather than on maximizing billables. That's more rewarding as a craftsman and also makes work life balance much easier.”
Pro Bono
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55 |
93% |
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average pro bono |
agreed the firm puts effort towards its commitment to pro bono and social impact activity |
Pro bono highlights: Meridian Heights Class Action Housing Litigation (Washington Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs, Co-Counsel); Home for Little Wanderers (provided transactional support for child welfare agency); Marine Corps Veteran (racial discrimination); Southern District of New York Re-Entry Program (incarcerated individuals).
The Twinning Project pairs sports teams with correctional facilities, using sport to teach important life lessons and, in the process, help secure successful re-entry for participants. With Proskauer’s help, the organization now has a presence in the United States and is in the process of partnering with professional soccer and basketball teams.
Contact
Recruitment contact: nyrecruiting@proskauer.com