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Today I got fired from my job. I recently (2wks) had my review and had some stuff to work on but nothing major. And then today those same points were used as the reason to let me go. I have been in th… more

I’ve been at my job not quite a year. My office manager every few weeks keeps bringing up performance “issues” of things some legit and resolved and other not legit like not my task. I’ve been told … more

Any plaintiffs securities class action attorneys out there? Thinking of making the move from commercial lit defense. Had a good interview with the managing partner. I’m just starting my 2nd year of pr… more

Big law to ACLU? Anyone ever done this and have any insight? Culture shock? Were/Are you happy with the move?

Billable rate went up 12.5%. My salary should also increase by same rate, correct?

If I’m looking for an associate role in Project Finance, how important is it that I have an interest in the type of industry in which the project finance role relates to? For example, project finance… more

Seeking an attorney referral for a personal toxic mold exposure/remediation suit in TX who is willing to take the case on contingency. Client is a friend who I wish I could help myself 🤞🏼Firms consu… more

Any thoughts on Winston & Strawn? Specifically their Project Finance group? I am planning to apply for a junior role.

Why does Liberty overly complicate everything? I know this is a large company but the additional work is becoming overbearing. Why do we have 5 systems for file reviews/ claim information? Of course t… more

I’ve had a few UK recruiters approach me with the following strategy: They ask for my resume and propose to turn it into a pitch or profile, then send it out unanimously to various law firms to gauge interest.more

Buying our first home. Closing is tomorrow. We still don’t have final figures with regards to cash to close. Our broker keeps sending us loan estimates every other day with different cash to close num… more

Anyone here a commodities lawyer? What does your day to day look like and what aspects of your job do you like and dislike?

$135k no bonuses - no official billing requirement but expected to bill around 1600. SoCal. 4th year. No COLA. Is this under or overpaid?

Am I overreacting or should I say something? I work in a midsize office (technically about 50-60 attorneys, many who are WFH or hybrid). I just found out that the MP has invited a “select few” to a no… more

HR recruiter said after the screener that she’d “definitely” put me through to the final round, told me what to expect, and asked for availability. I was supposed to get confirmation by last Wednesday… more

Amlaw 50 firm says I need motion to disqualify waivers from multiple insurers before I can work for the firm. Is this opportunity dead in the water?

Need advice as a junior associate. There is an opening at an AM100 law firm that I am very keen on. Do (1) apply directly, (2) contact a recruiter who I believe may have a relationship with the hiring team to put… more

Fair comp range? 7 years out, with 2 relevant to current practice. 1700 hours required, $375/hr, commercial lit (no ID), Columbus, Ohio. Thanks!

Is it ethical for a billing attorney to cut my billing for a 4-year time span by almost $10k in one month on flat fee files just because the firm is upside down on the files? The work had to be done, … more

Does anyone else feel that services like IMEs, deposition services and mediation services have gotten worse as the years go by. For instance, I have to constantly email my vendors for IMEs see to if t… more

Has anyone gone to trial against a Pro Per? How does their direct examination (of themselves) work?

Does the ACLU allow attorneys to work side job to supplement the income?

I make 117.5k and if I bill 1960 on the year I get 16k in bonuses. So can make $133.5k. I’m entering my 4th year I do commercial litigation. I work in a mid size market. Am I underpaid or overpaid? Is… more

Junior mid-law associate here considering the move to big law. I’ve been practicing primarily in corporate M&A and real estate finance. Located in Atlanta. The only thing holding me back is the fe… more

Is this a good offer? (First year)

Hi all I am a first year. Got an offer at a litigation firm that represents companies in the automotive world.

1900 billable hours. 15k bonus at 1900 hours and $125 per hour ove… more

My main coworker is known as the jerk at work. I've done well at getting along with them. But I'm finding sometimes it warps my perception of how I should be treated. Also I'm never sure… more

Need some advice - new to this. A small law firm has asked me to do some temporary case work. How much should I charge hourly? I am c/o 2022, living in a big city but the firm is in a small town. I ju… more

Can I still file for unemployment if I quit my job?

Hi! I have a property in the DFW area in TX. I need to evict a tenant ASAP and am looking to retain counsel. The property manager has been managing but so far it’s been a disaster after disaster so I … more

Depressed colleagues do you find that people at work overly judge you?

Accidentally sent prospective class list to Plaintiffs counsel…am I gonna be fired? lol. I got them to delete the email asap but still

Have any other lawyers filed a discrimination complaint against their firm/organization? I want to but am afraid that I would be blackballed if I did.

Any Landlord-Tenant attorneys in NJ area here (or know of anybody who specializes in L/T law)? Looking for a referral for an immediate family member who is a renter in Monmouth County, NJ

I had a really public breakdown three years ago and got fired. I took a break from the law for about two years, recovered, and came back to a job where I got exceeds expectations in my first year at … more