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Downey Brand is a large law firm based in Sacramento, California, and is the largest in the area. Their attorneys come from diverse backgrounds and have a variety of skills and experience in many different types of legal practice areas. The firm has a strong connection to the local community, and many of their attorneys participate in local civic engagements and activities. The firm�s downtown office is located right on the Capitol Mall, and offers a great view of the city.

Many reviews of Downey Brand comment on the positive atmosphere in the firm. Most of the attorneys are described as collegial and friendly, and the firm is generally considered to be a great place to work. The firm is noted for having excellent practices in niche areas unique to California, and the attorneys are described as bright and knowledgeable.

However, the firm is not without its drawbacks. Some reviews note that the pay is lower than larger national firms, and that work-life balance is not as good as it could be. Additionally, the amount, type, and complexity of work can vary greatly depending on the practice group and the attorneys that you work with. There is also a high pressure to market and build books of business, and the firm looks at an attorney/staff ratio and not how much work a staff person might do with less than their usual ratio.

Overall, Downey Brand is a well-respected firm with a strong connection to the local community and a great office location. Most of their attorneys are described as bright and friendly, and they offer excellent practices in niche areas unique to California. However, the pay is lower than larger national firms and the work-life balance is not as good as it could be. Additionally, there is a high pressure to market and build books of business, and the firm looks at an attorney/staff ratio and not how much work a staff person might do with less than their usual ratio.

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"The Downey Brand LLP received a review that was highly commendable and outstanding in every way." - Anonymous

Former Employee - Reviewed on Apr 25, 2023

Pros: 5.0 Current Employee, more than 5 yearsOne of the best places to work in SacramentoPartner in Sacramento, CA ProsGood group of people; great connection to Sacramento community; Sacramento's largest law firm; amazing practices in some niche areas unique to California. The Sacramento office on Capitol Mall is lovely, and Sacramento itself has a really great standard of living.ConsPays less than larger national firms, of course, but that's the only negative I can think of.

Current or former employee?: Former Employee

Last Year at Employer: 2022

Job type: Full time

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