The good, the bad, and the bureaucracy. - Anonymous employee Venable LLP Employee Review

3.0
4 Oct 2014
Anonymous employee
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Pros

It's a nice place to work - the people are generally friendly and the benefits are good. Plus there's a lot of history at the firm and a fair amount of job security.

Cons

Many of the attorneys like to pretend the support staff doesn't exist, like an Indian caste system. Also, there's a sense that offering up criticism of management or asking a tough question could lead to trouble and possibly getting fired. The staff shouldn't be afraid to confront the lawyers with something as innocuous as advice.

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5.0
4 Jan 2026
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Pros

The other attorneys and staff are great. The New York office was recently renovated and is amazing.

Cons

Salaries are lower than the top firms, but work life balance is better.

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3.0
24 Mar 2026
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Pros

Great work life balance, but very dependent on the partners you work with

Cons

Not a lot of cross office work

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