As part of a group of four partners, the authors made a lateral move to their new firm in September 2011, a first for the younger partner (YP) and the third move for the more seasoned partner (SP), although he did spend over 26 years at his first firm. The emotional rollercoaster experienced by each was a little different, as you will see. YP handles real estate, corporate and litigation, while SP is a corporate transactional lawyer.
SP: From my perspective, the normal (and sometimes boring) daily routines of practicing law suddenly almost take a back seat to the necessity of executing a complex move in a matter of as little as a day. You must, of course, handle all of your clients’ needs timely and professionally, while also handling a second full-time job of planning and executing a move, usually simultaneously. This is because most law firms would rather have the departure occur ASAP to avoid turmoil at their offices. While I understand their view (especially because I was on the executive committee at my first firm for two years), the realization that you suddenly become almost a nonperson humbles you, as attorneys and staff alike may treat you very differently. Some will be angry, some sad and others envious.
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