Offer Decision Thread - Boutique/MM Firms

Hey guys, so I am contemplating several options for FT recruiting: Houlihan Lokey Corp. Finance (M&A), Stifel, Peter J. Solomon, Stephens, and Raymond James, all for M&A. Have my own internal ranking but wanted to see what people's general thoughts were. Please rank the firms and share any thoughts, thanks!

 
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curryking101:

^can you guys give an explanation for why HL? what are exit opps like from HL corporate finance? assuming mostly middle market PE funds, but what caliber?

I doubt the exits from HL corp fin are too great, their restructuring arm is stronger. So I'd say low-mid caliber with a couple exceptions. Still, HL will have better exits than the other firms listed.

 

HL because I am biased. My ex-boss worked there and he is awesome and making millions now.

"I do not think that there is any other quality so essential to success of any kind as the quality of perseverance. It overcomes almost everything, even nature."
 

thanks for the feedback guys. anyone else? particularly interested to hear ppl's opinions on exit ops from HL corp fin, either from what they've heard or personal experience

 

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