Laura Ahtes: Paralegal, Potter Anderson Corroon, LLP, Wilmington, DE
For Laura Ahtes, education was the lucky charm that launched her career. After obtaining her degree from Goldey-Beacom College and graduating with honors from t...
Main Office: 1313 North Market Street, 6th Floor | Wilmington | DE | 19801
Phone: 302-984-6000 | Fax: 302-658-1192
Year of establishment
1826
Number of partners
46
Number of offices
2
Partner to associate ratio
1.00
Biggest office
Wilmington
Percentage of women attorneys
23.50
Number of attorneys
112
Percentage of minority attorneys
4.10
Number of associates
46
Advice to law firm management:
If the firm grew a bit larger, more opportunities to advance and grow would be a welcome addition.
Pros:
A close working environment with caring and vibrant people. Small enough that everyone has a chance to be close to one another which creates a great atmosphere for team work. Everyone is friendly and positive, which makes working here a joy.
Cons:
The small scale of this firm means that promotions are rare and that there is some seniority based on who has worked at the firm the longest.
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Current or former employee?:
Current Employee
Length of Employment:
10+ years
Advice to law firm management:
Get replacements for yourself.
Pros:
Nothing.
Cons:
Cindy Bauer and Carol Travia
Partners to Avoid and Why:
All of them. Entitled, nasty people.
Career Opportunities:
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Current or former employee?:
Former Employee
Last Year at Employer:
2021
Job type:
Full time
Length of Employment:
10+ years
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Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP follows the set of hiring criteria outlined below.
Excellent academic credentials and strong writing skills required. Prefer activities such as law review, journal, moot court and mock trial. Consideration also is given for previous employment.
The firm has not reported whether it counts pro bono hours towards the minimum billable hours requirement. Pro bono hours are counted the same as billable hours for the purposes of year-end bonuses.
Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP Partner Richard L. Horwitz Recognized by DuPont with Leaders' Circle Award
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