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      2.9

      39% would recommend to a friend

      (14 total reviews)

      59% positive business outlook

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      14 reviews
      5.0
      24 Oct 2025

      Dominant Force: Strong Management

      Legal dept.
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      I don't usually write reviews but felt compelled to do so when I read a recent one-star review that was so different from my experience, it seems suspect. I am a previous employee and can say that this firm is fast paced, and the employees are both brilliant and easy to get along with. I have not had another experience where I was surrounded by so many great people. The partners and the employees at this firm are at the top 1%, smart, ambitious and organized. The work is extremely interesting/complex; firm is diverse; partners seem to genuinely are about your development as an employee and promotions are possible when you excel. I found compensation is highly competitive.

      Cons

      If you want to do your job and be left alone, this is not the place for you. If you are uncomfortable working in a team environment you may not excel here. If you are unwilling to learn, you do not want to work here.

      5.0
      11 Jul 2025

      A place to learn and grow

      Attorney
      Recommend
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      Pros

      My time at Cole & Van Note was challenging in ways that ultimately helped me grow as an attorney. The firm offers higher-than-average compensation, and the workload and expectations pushed me to develop sharper skills and a stronger foundation for the next stage of my career. Specifically, I developed valuable insights in negotiation, strategy, case momentum, and the importance of documenting communications effectively. The environment is fast-paced and high-intensity, and success here depends in large part on how well you adapt to and anticipate the working style of those you support in the office, something that’s true in many legal settings, but especially here. Overall, I’m grateful for the lessons I learned at CVN. This role may be a great fit for someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys managing multiple moving parts and is looking to sharpen their litigation instincts in a hands-on environment.

      Cons

      The work environment can be non-linear and at times hands-on and reactive. Things move quickly, priorities shift often, and expectations can feel unspoken but very real. That said, this is not out of step with the nature of litigation, it’s just concentrated here. The leadership style is intense and direct. This is not the place for someone who needs constant validation or prefers a gentle tone. However, if you're opinionated, assertive, and willing to advocate for yourself the way you would advocate for a client, you may find the experience deeply formative. This is not a “paper-pushing” associate job. It’s hands-on, high-stakes, and often confrontational, internally and externally. But, let’s be honest, that’s the nature of the law. Litigation is adversarial by design. If you’re someone who doesn’t shy away from that, who finds purpose in the friction and clarity in the pressure, this may be exactly the kind of environment that shapes you. For others, it may be worth asking whether that’s the challenge you’re actually looking for.

      5.0
      10 Jul 2025

      Research and administrative assistance

      Administrative assistant
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Assisted with scanning, reviewing, filing, and documenting paperwork, researching, and synthesizing information for briefings. The workplace environment was close-knit and welcoming. I enjoyed my time with the company, and I especially enjoyed working with Scott Cole personally, as he leads with passion and understanding. He is steadfast in his beliefs and commitment to his clients.

      Cons

      There was not too much creative freedom.

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