<p>This may be applicable for Biglaw litigation associates. Biglaw corporate associates have much wider/ flexible exit options than litigation. Litigation teaches you zero transferrable skills outside of law, and hence, you have zero exit options outside of law.</p>
<p>Doing litigation at Biglaw is kind of similar to being a professional athlete. Once young, you may be on top of the world making very high salary. Then, several years later, you may find yourself unemployed or working as a real estate salesman.</p>
<p>That is why when you choose your first job out of school, always choose the job that gives you transferrable/ marketable skills.</p>