Anonymous wrote:Former Covington associate here. No idea what it's like to be at A&P, but I'll say that in my five years at Covington, I had a pretty decent quality of life. It might have been the partners I worked with, but really with very few exceptions, the partners were pretty nice, if not a bit more reserved than partners at other firms. I took the generous parental leave twice and did not have to do any work during either period. I rarely left the office after 6 p.m., even if I did some work after the kids went to bed. Weekend work happened but it was not the routine. I never wanted to stay to make partner, so I met my targets but did not go far above them. I used my time there to develop skills and contacts, and I'm now on my second (very good) in-house job. I know for a fact that having Covington on my resume was a huge plus for getting both jobs.

Some law school friends started at the big prestigious NY firms at the same time I started at Covington, and their experiences were VERY different. They really did work past midnight, had partners who yelled, etc. That was something that I just did not experience.

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Anonymous wrote:Covington. Let’s be serious

Really depends on the practice area... Covington, Wilmer, A&P, Sidley, W&C all have elite practice groups.

I hear what you’re saying, but we’re not talking about prestigious practice groups. We are talking about what is the most prestigious law firm generally. It’s like saying that Harvard isn’t the most prestigious university in the country because other schools have some departments that are better. Yeah, that may be true, but that doesn’t make the other school as or more prestigious as Harvard generally.

I think, for example, that most law students, if offered a choice, would pick A&P over Covington.

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Anonymous wrote:Williams and Connolly for M&A, Covington for trial litigation, and Cravath/SullCrom for regulatory.

What part of DC based do you not understand? Cravath and SandC are NY based.

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Anonymous wrote:Covington. Let’s be serious

Really depends on the practice area... Covington, Wilmer, A&P, Sidley, W&C all have elite practice groups.

I hear what you’re saying, but we’re not talking about prestigious practice groups. We are talking about what is the most prestigious law firm generally. It’s like saying that Harvard isn’t the most prestigious university in the country because other schools have some departments that are better. Yeah, that may be true, but that doesn’t make the other school as or more prestigious as Harvard generally.

I think, for example, that most law students, if offered a choice, would pick A&P over Covington.

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Anonymous wrote:None. Fed Govt. is king.

+1,000

Especially the financial agencies that pay 30% more than the GS scale bigfed attorney gigs

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Anonymous wrote:PP here. I mean would NOT pick A&P over Covington.

I would tell anyone to take A&P over Cov. Much better QOL for the same exit options.

Anonymous wrote:Williams and Connolly for M&A, Covington for trial litigation, and Cravath/SullCrom for regulatory.

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Anonymous wrote:Covington. Let’s be serious

Really depends on the practice area... Covington, Wilmer, A&P, Sidley, W&C all have elite practice groups.

I hear what you’re saying, but we’re not talking about prestigious practice groups. We are talking about what is the most prestigious law firm generally. It’s like saying that Harvard isn’t the most prestigious university in the country because other schools have some departments that are better. Yeah, that may be true, but that doesn’t make the other school as or more prestigious as Harvard generally.

I think, for example, that most law students, if offered a choice, would pick A&P over Covington.

It's a bizarre assertion that A&P has a better reputation than the other firms listed. You must work at A&P.

Besides, no one hires a whole law firm. You hire a particular person/team to solve your issue. I regularly hire Covington, Sidley and W&C over A&P as they have better attorneys in many practices. A law student worth their beans would look more closely at their prospective practice groups and not just the overall firm reputation.

Anonymous wrote:Friends, colleagues, distinguished members of the legal profession,

We gather here today to honor the remarkable legal ascent of Covington and Burling, an institution that has risen to unprecedented heights within the legal realm. It is a moment to pay tribute to their tireless dedication, their pursuit of excellence, and their unwavering commitment to justice. In the spirit of Pericles' Funeral Oration, let us celebrate the legal triumphs of Covington and Burling, for they have become the embodiment of legal brilliance.

Covington and Burling, like the great city-states of ancient Greece, stands as a shining beacon of democracy within the legal landscape. Just as Athens thrived under the guiding principles of liberty and equality, so too does Covington and Burling flourish through its commitment to justice and the rule of law. In their rise, they have become a testament to the enduring power of democratic values.

Their ascent, my friends, is not one borne out of mere chance or fleeting success. No, it is rooted in the deep-seated values that have guided Covington and Burling since its inception. They have labored tirelessly to cultivate an environment where intellectual rigor, legal acumen, and unwavering ethics thrive. Their commitment to the pursuit of justice is unwavering, and their dedication to serving the needs of their clients is unparalleled.

Let us not forget the remarkable legal minds that have shaped Covington and Burling's rise to prominence. They stand as pillars of legal excellence, their wisdom and scholarship inspiring generations to come. Covington and Burling's attorneys, with their unyielding dedication, have transformed the practice of law, leaving an indelible mark on the legal profession.

We must also acknowledge the clients who have entrusted Covington and Burling with their most complex and pressing legal matters. Their faith in the firm's capabilities is a testament to Covington and Burling's unwavering commitment to delivering justice and upholding the principles that underpin our legal system.

In this great ascent, Covington and Burling have surpassed the competition, standing as a beacon of legal brilliance. Their success serves as an inspiration, a reminder to all legal practitioners that the pursuit of excellence and the relentless pursuit of justice can yield remarkable results.

Let us take a moment to celebrate the rise of Covington and Burling, for their journey is not just their own; it is a triumph for the legal profession as a whole. As we honor their achievements today, let us be inspired to elevate ourselves, to strive for excellence in our own legal endeavors.

In closing, let us recognize and applaud Covington and Burling's remarkable legal rise. May their unwavering commitment to justice and their pursuit of excellence continue to shape the legal landscape for generations to come. May their triumph serve as a testament to the enduring power of the law and the remarkable possibilities that lie within the legal profession.

Thank you, and may the spirit of legal brilliance guide us all.

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Anonymous wrote:Williams and Connolly for M&A, Covington for trial litigation, and Cravath/SullCrom for regulatory.

You have this backwards. Covington for M&A and Regulatory. W&C for litigation.