There’s a ton of us moving down. I feel like I’m doing the same job, except making a lot more money.
— a Canadian associate, commenting anonymously on their recent move to join a U.S. firm in the wake of the pandemic and amid the hot lateral market. More than 30 Canadian associates have joined U.S. firms since the start of 2021, more than all of 2020. Associates have moved from top Bay Street firms to top Am Law firms.
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