Ropes & Gray reviews

I could write a novel about all of the things that were wrong about working here. To summarize the full experience, all you need to know is that all of the manager level positions are held by former practicing attorneys. This is detrimental to the company in two ways. One, your administration is full of attorneys, who couldn't hack it anymore as attorneys, trying to do jobs they do not have the experience or knowledge to do. Two, they can't retain young talent as a result. There is no room for career growth. Management only values people who have a JD or aspire to attain a JD. If you must work there, do your two years and get out.

Every job has pros and cons. If you join Ropes, be absolutely prepared for some major cons that strike at your self worth. The firm is so large, many of the practicing attorneys will likely have no idea who you are, and won't care, either. In fact, many (not some) of the attorneys will likely treat you like trash. There are some who will not hesitate to let you know that in their eyes, you are worthless, despite not even knowing your name. The notion that everyone throughout the firm is treated with respect is a bold faced lie. I refer to not a single person or random one off experiences, but rather a system that makes it acceptable to treat its administrative staff in this way.