Attorneys of Color

This is my daughter situation. She was working for one office. She applied, interviewed and offered job. Well she put her two weeks notice in, worked out the two weeks and started the new job at the… more

Hi can anyone point me in the right direction to get started in mass tort litigation. I realize it’s very competitive and dependent on who you know , here’s to hoping lol !

As a POC senior associate, do you feel like people knock off 2-3 years of your experience? I am 9th year and sometimes feel like I know more than the partner I’m working with (both substance and facts… more

Revamping our affinity bi-weekly email newsletter. What are things you like to see on newsletters? Things you don’t like to see? TIA!

Any Fl attorneys here looking to make some new connections !

Ooh what a great day. This partner came up to me and then said “oh you’re not (insert another brown person’s name)”. I said no and mumbled while going back to my office “no I’m just another brown pers… more

Does anyone know of BigLaw firms interested in 6th/7th-year litigation associates? Thank you!

I was on a (scheduled/approved) vacation, which was unfortunately followed by a significant family emergency that required me to extend the leave. I communicated about it as and when it was happening … more

I feel really uncomfortable when people ask me what I do for work. Anyone else? I think it stems from imposter syndrome on my end.

Do you all think this is an accurate hourly rate for a doc review role ($21/hr)? I know a few of my attorney friends who do this on the side for extra cash and charge up to $50 an hour. Does it vary from … more

Partner invited me to a boat ride with a client. They were taking about their cabins, boats, and a very Caucasian sport. I couldn’t connect with anyone, and for the most part sat quietly, nodding in a… more

How much sleep is everyone able to clock in during weekdays? 👀

What do you have to do to reach the point where you feel like you're an expert in the field? I've been an attorney for 7 years and still, the impostor syndrome kicks in. Where are you all in y… more

If it's okay to ask... What's everyone's five-year plan?

Is anyone part of a group that they’ve found particularly helpful. Looking at joining Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) but open to suggestions. Thanks!

I have been practicing law for almost 1 year now and have had a terrible time at my firm. All the other attorneys who look like me have left the firm recently and encouraged me to do the same. Other f… more

Is there anyone here that did not enjoy their clerkship experience?? Currently in the first few months of a federal clerkship in one of the busiest districts and I’m working way more than I did in Big… more

I find myself actively trying not to attend any social gatherings my coworkers try to organize. I guess I feel like they're not genuine people to be friends with. Are you all close with your colle… more

How to deal with insecure colleague who calls you out constantly ?

How are federal government legal jobs for attorneys of color? I am curious if attorneys of color have better experiences in these roles. Currently in big law and looking to transition.

The feeling of relief when you have the realization that big law isn’t for you and that you are not a failure for it not being for you and that there is better out there.

Has anyone worked with an executive presence coach they liked in NYC?

For those who moved/lateraled to a firm in a new state or city, how long did it take you to make meaningful connections through networking?

I used to think 55 is the age I want to stop working but as I'm close to 45 now, I want to retire at 50 and call it a day. When does everyone want to retire?

Possible to come back from negative reviews/reviews with constructive criticism as a second year? Work product is great. I was told I need better communication skills and project/task management to be… more