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Sure, Biglaw Layoffs Are Trending, But Not Like 2009 Trending

Biglaw lawyer layoffs can absolutely get worse.

Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!

While there’s a sudden relevance to Biglaw layoffs, it’s not nearly as dire as the past. How many lawyers were laid off in Biglaw (based on self-reported numbers) in 2009, widely considered the worst year for lawyer layoffs?

Hint: Even this scary number is likely an underestimate, given the prevalence of stealth layoffs and Biglaw firms underreporting their real cuts.

See the answer on the next page.

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