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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’m a DOJ attorney, pretty senior, and have an in-house offer at a small company whose work is related to my DOJ work (but no conflict issues).  Small pay bump, but with real bonuses in addition. A friend has been there a few years and is happy.  Full telecommute, which is huge for me because I have kids and would love to be home an hour earlier rather than wasting my time commuting. But obviously this is more risky than my current job.  Spouse has a fed job, so there’s some security there.  My gut says take it.   I’m bored and stressed at current job, and this would be a move out of litigation.  Dumb?  Smart? Crazy? [/quote]

I would be cautious about leaving DOJ for a "small company" that only offers a "small pay bump."  Small companies are notorious for laying people off in a downturn.  If you were offered a Fortune 500 legal position, then I'd consider taking it.  Otherwise, keep looking.  DOJ is very marketable to in-house (depending on specialty).[/quote]

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