No worries I actually think AG has a lot of areas that cross with Skadden's, particularly its corporate and financial services offering, the only exception being its arbitration practice. However it is completely possible to transfer once qualified, I know many from LinkedIn who trained at AG specifically who moved to Skadden, Kirkland and Weil. Whilst I don't think it's fair to say you will absolutely move from AG as soon as you qualify, the opportunity to move to a US firm is definitely there. Even if you search NQ jobs in London on Google right now, the majority of firms with NQ positions open are the US firms comparable to Skadden, even in this dire lateral market.Thank you to everyone for all your comments and advice - this is a really amazing community and a great one to be a part of
My AC was with Skadden, which was my dream firm, so when they rejected me, it sucked. I now have the VS offer from Addleshaw, which I am, of course, grateful for, but it's still tinged with disappointment. I want to shake that feeling as everyone around me is very positive, especially when I've been working towards this for years now.
Knowing I could have had the opportunity to work for a firm like Skadden though and missed that opportunity is still getting to me. I know it shouldn't and you all make such good points (and I know I will be able to transfer later in my career). I'm sure doing the VS will be a great experience and one I'll learn a lot from, especially when I know there are many out there who would do a lot to be in my position.
I wondered if you had any wisdom to impart @Jessica Booker? Is there a way to still feel proud and upbeat about a VS from a firm that doesn't motivate you as much as one you got rejected from/its practice area strengths don't align with your main goals? I want to try and adopt a more positive mindset about it all
Sometimes life doesn't go the way you expect, and I truly believe it is always for a good reason. Maybe at AG you'll find a mentor who provides fantastic training, you may benefit from a larger trainee cohort, or you may find an area of law you unexpectedly really enjoy. Try to keep an open mind if you can and I'm sure things will work out!