Big Law

Firm is offering a retention bonus as part of a counter offer. What is the general market range for these sort of bonuses for a mid-level?

Earlier this year my therapist recommended that I go on STD, but I wanted to try out anxiety meds first. I recently got diagnosed with bipolar and got on medication but all that it’s doing is give me … more

Has anyone moved from NYC to SF? Is it really more “chill”? Obviously the hours seem similar but the vibe/culture wise?

Is the post clerkship market for litigation in dc kinda dead? Hearing crickets or rejections after applying in December as a big city (not dc) district clerk

This job took a toll on my marriage and played a role in my divorce. For those who’ve been through something similar, how did you process the resentment and decide what to do next in your career?

DC associates how late are you expected to stay in the office??

The funniest part of big law culture is when SR associates decide that "improving office culture" is going to help their partnership odds so they start hosting happy hours and other events. … more

What does a first round screener interview look like for a senior technology transactions associate? What should I expect to be asked?

Talk me off the ledge about AI. I know I need to touch grass, but I am terrified. Maybe it’s just me being neurotic.

I know it is not likely, but are there any law firms that are still open to fully remote paralegals (ie not living in a state where they have an office as I am currently stuck in a state with a poor l… more

Anyone who retooled from finance to funds willing to talk? Thanks.

Thoughts on Debevoise PE group? Clients, folks, culture? Want to work my ass off at a great institution to later make partner (I know it’s almost impossible there, so ideally lateraling as a partner… more

Anyone wanna play some video games? Preference for FPS games but open to all

Those of you who come from money dont realize how nice you got it. The paycheck goes a lot further when you dont have to support everyone on it.

Is it hopeless to apply for adjunct professor roles without an 'inside connection'?

I'd love to get out of big law and teach, wondering if anyone has snagged a teaching gig without an insid… more

For those who lateraled via recruiter, how did you get your offer - did the firm call directly or was it via the recruiter?

Anyone know the current Citi biglaw mortgage rates for 30 year and 5/6 ARM?

Quitting is becoming more and more tempting. Considering doing something entirely different. Private practice at this level has sucked the fun/intellectual creativity out of what I thought was my call… more

Latham vs. Simpson? NY offices for both. And either M&A or Funds, but heavily leaning Funds.

Any tips for managing the anxiety of being slow? Third year associate billing 10 hours a month, and anxiety is eating me up. (Yes I’m trying to lateral)

Recruiters genuinely are SO annoying. If you call my work mobile, I don’t answer, don’t call the damn reception and ask to be handed to me. Does this actually work with anyone? Because it’s an instant… more

I know not everyone makes equity partner, but in BigLaw there’s at least a rough sense of what comp looks like if you do make it.

What’s the in-house equivalent?

For people who go in as Associate/Commercial/Product… more

My wife is pregnant, expecting in October. I am in a specialty practice where it is just me and my partner. We have a fantastic relationship.

Understanding most people wait until the 2nd trimester to s… more

Lateraled a few weeks ago as a senior associate in M&A and haven’t had anything to do since I joined. When do I start getting concerned …

My understanding is that generally one can reapply for a lateral position six months after submitting if the firm didn’t extend a screener interview. What about if one had a screener/callback but didn… more

Why is McDermott Schulte running ads on LinkedIn? Am I the only one seeing these?

Fenwick - specifically NY any perks of note (i.e., free lunch)? Thoughts on the office generally.

Im a fourth year attorney and I want to literally restart as a first year in a new practice area. Is this possible? No ego holding me back.

Would it be appropriate to email opposing counsel regarding a job application to let them know I am applying? Do I need to let my client know. If I even got the job conflicts would make sure I didn’t … more

Any insights on McGuireWoods (culture, pay, hours) & anything about their SF office?

Has anyone here represented a friend or family member in like a small claims court type of case?

I'm a 2L that struck out, I have below median grades at a t20, and just got an offer to go back to big tech. They offered about 50% more than what first year associates get. I still want to be a l… more

What is a reasonable amount of time between interview and offer in BigLaw if a firm actually wants you?

Is there a certain time of year when you see the most partner lateral moves?

I guess now might be the best time to look for lateral opportunities given the number of recruiter emails I’m getting but I can’t start at a new firm until later this fall (sept/oct) due to personal c… more

How's the funds group at Ropes (training, hours, etc)?

When will next biglaw raise happen? It’s been a long time and partners keep raising rates and making obscene profits while law school and living costs skyrocket.

Does anyone use Brick or a similar device/app to curb social media use while at the office?