What’s a good retirement gift for a supervisor? She’s been a lawyer for 50+ years. I want to get her something that celebrates her longevity. She taught me a lot of practical and organizational skill… more

Sidley has promoted 38 people to partner and 27 to counsel and not one individual is black. That is disgraceful. I fully expect the small number of black big law attorneys to go the way of the dodo bi… more

How did those who attended enjoy CYOC? It was my first time I really enjoyed some of the panels. I didn't really get to network and mingle because I'm going through things with my career and m… more

Can anyone share experiences going from being a big law associate to pro bono counsel at a big law firm?

First time attending CYOC in December what should I expect? I’m a married man and bringing my family to take them to Disney world as well so I don’t plan on any late nights. From what I have heard it … more

For the decent ones who voted for humanity, for inspiration today, go on TikTok )or the Googles), but TT is better, look up Te Pāti Māori. You are VERY welcome!

To the black people who made partner in big law how did you do it? I have worked at multiple firms and it is the same story for black people we don’t get consistent work streams or mentorship from the… more

The vast majority of Us made our ancestors, our descendants and the nation proud. Please, as best as you can, try to find peace and joy, wherever that may be. I say this for myself as much as for othe… more

Now that Trump has 98% won, any potential direct impacts for us as black Attorneys? I feel like we have been feeling the heat already so couldn’t be worse, right? right?!

How’s everyone feeling tonight? Anyone going in to the office tomorrow? Cancelling meetings?

24 year old Newly Admitted Black Male Attorney.

Can someone tell me how the legal market is in Philadelphia for transactional work (Land Use and Zoning & Real Estate Law)? I am located in South Flo… more

I recently had a hearing, and the judge asked both sides to submit follow-up briefs. The judge told me to research case law on a particular issue and include it in my brief.

My supervisor told me the … more

Anyone moved back in with their parent temporarily? Any advice on dealing with them? I’m having an issue where if my parents don’t see me head down in a computer they think I’m not busy. I legit have … more

Hey my people.
I am making a pivot from consulting to law. Before consulting, I was career military.

My law school application is nearly complete, just touching up my PS. I’ve made connections at my preferred law schoo… more

We often talk about how the legal environment celebrates toxicity, but what specific things do you find toxic? How do you think we can change them?

For me, I hate the hierarchy of power structures. I… more

What conferences do you all attend?

For the first time in years, I went to bed at a reasonable time. I got 8 hours of sleep in one night during the work week. I Highly recommend it. I feel like I can take over the world 💪🏿🌍😄

I am a junior looking for work, and I've been so shocked how hard it is to make connections with other attorneys in the Black community. I have always been eager to help/speak with juniors below m… more

Does anyone else feel a moral responsibility to speak out against the genocide, especially in our field of work?

Is there anyone who could pleeeease refer me for junior legal counsel roles at Microsoft or Amazon?

Hi All,

I’m a corporate tax attorney currently at one of the big 4 accounting firms. I have an opportunity to transition to a big law position. I wanted to hear some of y’all experiences and if you thi… more