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&lt;p&gt;With practices from M&amp;amp;A to tax, Skadden is a legal powerhouse and mainstay among the most prestigious firms in Vault’s top 100 ranking. Skadden lawyers are a social bunch who value teamwork and mentorship, and they dive headfirst into complex matters. From New York to Shanghai, the Skadden name is known worldwide, with nearly 1,700 attorneys across 8 U.S. offices and 13 international offices. Exit opportunities are endless for Skadden attorneys due to the firm’s strong alumni network and prestigious name. Attorneys are committed to pro bono work and are encouraged from day one to find a pro bono matter that sparks their interest to benefit the community.&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;From M&amp;amp;A to tax, Skadden is a legal powerhouse and mainstay among the most prestigious firms in Vault’s Top 100 ranking. Skadden lawyers are a social bunch who value teamwork and mentorship, while also diving headfirst into complex matters. From New York to Hong Kong, the Skadden name is worldwide, with approximately 1,700 attorneys across eight U.S. offices and 13 international offices. Exit opportunities are endless for Skadden attorneys, due to the firm’s strong alumni network and prestigious name. The firm’s commitment to &lt;em&gt;pro bono&lt;/em&gt; is unparalleled, with nearly three million hours dedicated to &lt;em&gt;pro bono&lt;/em&gt; over the past 15 years.&lt;/p&gt;

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