Lateral attorneys and Mike Gotham were quoted in “How to Make a Strategic Lateral Move, with Perkins Coie,” an article in Chambers Associate, regarding why and how attorneys choose Perkins Coie.

“I often see lateral candidates who’ve had several years of experience in a mix of areas and now are ready to focus.” - Director of Recruiting and Retention Mike Gotham

“You are your own business and you need to make business decisions just like any other business would.” - Aaron Holloway, counsel in the Real Estate & Land Use group in Seattle

“Lawyers tend to be risk-averse people, but young lawyers should take the opportunity to take themselves to the best firm they can that suits their long-term career goals.” - Chris Lepore, Labor & Employment associate in Chicago

“I’ve been really lucky to have had some amazing mentors who’ve advocated for me to get professional development opportunities.” Commercial Litigation Associate Sopen Shah in Madison