Sidley Austin LLP - Anonymous employee Sidley Austin Employee Review

4.0
Nov 4, 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Interesting work with a well-recognized firm. In DC the work environment is not as much of a grind as some other firms; collaborative and friendly, especially as deadlines approach.

Cons

Like many firms, your co-workers are not technically your bosses. This difference between management and colleagues is extremely annoying and counter-productive.

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Pros

Working on top tier matters in the industry

Cons

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1.0
Jul 24, 2026
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Pros

The folks who have been at Sidley for 3+ years are great.

Cons

HORRIBLE leadership and management at the firm. The workday integration was a mess, and new CHRO has really tanked the company culture. They are also only giving out 3% raises the year the firm has record profits. Associates are burnt out and mean to staff. They underpay staff and then wonder why their best talent is leaving.

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