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Seward & Kissel LLP

Main Office: One Battery Park Plaza | New York City | NY | 10004

Phone: 212-574-1200 | Fax: 212-480-8421

Website: https://www.sewkis.com/

Year of establishment
1890

Number of partners
59

Number of offices
2

Partner to associate ratio
0.80

Biggest office
New York City

Percentage of women attorneys
30.10

Number of attorneys
172

Percentage of minority attorneys
13.20

Number of associates
78

Percentage of LGBT attorneys
1.80

Seward & Kissel LLP Reviews

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Reviewed on May 19, 2024

Current Employee Mr. San Francisco

What would you, or others, like to see changed at employer?
Refresh inward arrangements with respect to non-legitimate staff. A great deal of "rules" aren't composed, or on the off chance that they are it's in a to a great degree dated guide. Tune in to the charged and give reasonable appraisals. It would be ideal if you consider the ability sets of all representatives and give testing work.

What were the things that you liked most about this employer?
Individuals can be exceptionally friendly and cheerful. It is Incredible for its investment administration and related gatherings. Workplaces may offer a pleasant view while working. Partners are available, extraordinary and dynamic. A collegial and proficient atmosphere pervades the workplace.

What did you not like about this institution?
Sub-market rewards and bonuses, tech and advantages (contrasted with substantial NYC based firms). Medicinal benefits are costly. The firm is modest with specific supplies that are required to complete workplace duties. Repayments take quite a while when you are required to be reimbursed. There is not a lot of development opportunity and at times you may be relying upon your group for assistance. The work can sometimes be constrained and dull. The programming the firm uses is not at maximum quality. Administration is not always available when needed.

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Current or former employee?:
Current Employee

Length of Employment:
10+ years

Reviewed on May 19, 2024

Former Employee Mr. San Francisco

What would you, or others, like to see changed at employer?
You can stop illegally prosecuting Steven Donziger. You could cut ties and stop representing Chevron or Chevron interests. You could retire your law license and hope to avoid corruption charges. You could go states evidence and turn on all the corrupt elites and maybe your proteges won't be ashamed of you.

What were the things that you liked most about this employer?
Money and connections. Your get connections to many elites and have the chance to do them favors. No need for morals, ethics, or integrity. Plenty of secret bonuses and benefits to earn.

What did you not like about this institution?
Willing to do anything for a few dollars. Encouraged to find creative ways to abuse the law and the judicial system to make money. Working for massive multinational conglomerates to greatly damage humanity and the planet for money. Ashamed to associate with them and have to scrub yourself every night to get rid of the gross feelings. Will probably lose any moral people like your partner, associates, and friends if they find out who you work for.

People, departments, offices, products, services and whatever comes to mind that should be avoided at this institution
Not much difference between the partners in the end. Just different approaches to being borderline corrupt.

How could this employer run its business to employees or the public better?
It was great watching them research laws to find out how unethical or immortal they could get away with. Creative ways to manipulate others to get their money. They are/were acting as public prosecutors and as such lose their private protections.

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Last Year at Employer:
2020

Job type:
Freelance

Length of Employment:
10+ years

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Overview

Headline: Unparalleled Excellence at Seward & Kissel LLP in the Bay Area

For attorneys looking for an exciting and innovative work environment, Seward & Kissel LLP in the Bay Area is the perfect fit. Established in 1890, Seward & Kissel is a leading U.S. law firm with an international reputation for excellence. With offices in New York City and Washington, D.C., Seward & Kissel is especially noted for its representation of major commercial banks, investment banking firms, investment advisers and related investment funds (including mutual funds and hedge funds), broker-dealers, institutional investors and transportation companies (particularly in the shipping area).

Attorneys at Seward & Kissel benefit from a wide array of services, including corporate and litigation work. Our corporate and litigation team is well versed in the financial services, corporate finance and capital markets areas. We provide our clients with the highest quality of service, including comprehensive advice and assistance with all legal matters. Our team’s expertise and experience enable us to provide the best possible legal counsel.

In addition to providing high quality legal services, Seward & Kissel also offers a number of other benefits to attorneys. We strive to create an atmosphere of collaboration and cooperation, which helps foster a sense of accomplishment and ownership among our attorneys. Our attorneys have access to a wide range of resources, including mentoring programs, continuing legal education classes, and networking opportunities.

At Seward & Kissel, attorneys will find an innovative and exciting work environment. Our attorneys have an opportunity to work with some of the most prestigious firms in the country, and our reputation for excellence is well known. We provide an atmosphere of mutual respect and support which encourages our attorneys to strive for their personal best.

Attorneys who choose to work at Seward & Kissel in the Bay Area will find a challenging and rewarding career. Our attorneys have the opportunity to grow, learn, and gain experience from some of the best legal minds in the country. With unparalleled excellence and an innovative work environment, Seward & Kissel LLP in the Bay Area is an ideal choice for attorneys seeking a career in the legal profession.

Practice Areas

Seward & Kissel LLP practices law in the following areas and works with its clients to provide the best possible legal solutions.

Hiring Criteria

Seward & Kissel LLP follows the set of hiring criteria outlined below.

We are selective in our hiring standards. We look to hire outstanding students and lawyers. We are interested in well-rounded, mature individuals of demonstrated intellectual capacity and promising legal ability who can quickly assume a share of the Firm's work responsibilities.

Pro bono

Seward & Kissel does not report any information regarding its billable hours requirement.

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Summer Associate Program

In 2010, Seward & Kissel LLP had a class of 11 summer associates. 9 of those summer associates were considered for offers. 8 offers were made.

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