7th year finance associate at my 2nd big law firm (both V20 - 4 years at the first place, the group was falling apart and now going on my 3rd year at new place) and trying to figure out how to shake these golden handcuffs and get the hell off this rollercoaster.
No interest in becoming a partner (whether here or at a smaller firm) and want to get away from the law firm life. I have 2 young kids at home and am over the long hours and unpredictable client needs/demands. I don’t mind working hard and a lot but having some control over my schedule, getting most weekends back and a semblance of predictability is much needed.
Does anyone (particularly one was in a finance group) have any suggestions on how to move without completely sinking my salary? Naturally going to a bank/private credit shop is the most transferable but that seems so boring and probably not a long term move (lack of growth, automation taking a large number of those jobs).
How hard is it to move away from practicing law completely? What are natural avenues beyond consulting (does that even exist)?
Snarky responses, sarcasms and even roasts are accepted (since that’s what this thread is) but some actually insight would help too. DMs are open