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I have a high degree of confidence there will be other moves that are not yet public. That said, the notice period is probably only part of why details are not yet public … laterals and groups commonly shop themselves to multiple firms … it takes time to have those conversations.
— An industry observer, speaking anonymously to preserve professional relationships, in comments given to the American Lawyer, concerning partners who are eager to leave Biglaw firms that capitulated to Donald Trump, but may be bound by their notice periods, which can typically range anywhere from 30 to 60 days.
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