Says an insider, It s a very adult and mature culture, and of course, very hard working. Concludes an associate, We have offices everywhere, and we re business-oriented. At Shearman, we re more practical. The firm s corporate department is described as big and impersonal, while the litigation department is said to be friendly and supportive. The property department s culture is described as cliquish.
Associates repeat that they are treated professionally.
It s demanding, but collegial. Of course, it s a hard-working environment. People generally don t misbehave. Long hours New York law firms are known for grueling hours, and Shearman is no exception. One insider says that you can work 100 hours a week with not too much of a problem.