Many of my friends who work at big firms do tons of pro bono work on the side, many times in an area of law that they do not normally practice. (lawyerist.com)
I'm a lawyer at a big firm and I make as much as my wife's mother who is a nurse. (wisegeek.com)
If you thought work as an associate or partner at a big firm was stressful, you'll find solo practice even more difficult. (rocketlawyer.com)