Law

I’ve never taken a true vacation in my entire career. Even on the beach, I’m “just checking in” and refreshing my inbox between margaritas, jumping on quick calls that last an hour. Everyone says to u… more

I won my office Halloween costume contest with my Commonwealth Judge Costume (Gavel included). What’s the best/worst Halloween costume you’ve seen or heard of a lawyer/legal professional doing?

Honestly curious. Do associates and partners really make a fuss if you’re not on your firm’s website during a callback interview. I’m wondering if this would actually come up or if I’m over thinking i… more

Bar passage announcements are one of the few self-congratulatory LinkedIn posts I truly enjoy. Like yes, I will like any post about someone passing the bar and being proud of it.

Is a path from big law to COO of a company possible/realistic?

Got a verbal offer last week, but radio silence since. HR says they’re finalizing details, and I’m trying not to panic, but it’s been nine days. Every time my phone buzzes, my stomach drops. Do you fo… more

Where can I apply for a wfh job opportunity in the Legal niche that matches my experience? I also dream of getting an H1-B in the future. I want to make sure there are no issues or red flags.

When a position is advertised with salary being performance-based, does that mean there'll be a base salary and upwards of the base will be performance-based? This position is for a Junior Attorne… more

what is the best course of action if you interviewed at place A and place B, you really want to work at place A, but place B sends you an offer before place A? for clarity, neither place asked if I wa… more

Worst mistake you’ve ever made with a filing?

Does anyone think support staff is in a completely different world in which we live in every possible facet?

Is billing not that bad, or am I just doing it wrong? I’m a first-year at a firm where we’re expected to bill 8 hours a day. I work from 8-5:30 with a 1 hour lunch break. I’ve maybe had like three day… more

Anyone here have experience as a General Magistrate? A position recently opened up in my large metro area. I’m considering applying. I have been a solo for the last decade made close to $150k this yea… more

I am starting my 7th year of practice in litigation. I have moved firms a few times, each time moving to a firm that paid more and handled more complex work. Insurance defense to local firm doing bus… more

My firm’s director of diversity and inclusion is the most insistent person I have seen about demanding that everyone turn on cameras, and either speak up in response to her questions and get called up… more

Share your family law salaries? I’ve been practicing 7 years and I make 105k. I’m considering a job that pays $175k. I’m wondering whether family law is just underpaid.

I am graduating with my AA in Criminal Justice in May. I've been in culinary for 13 years. I want to move forward with my law career, but don't know where to apply. Please help, advice and rec… more

Anyone suffer with post concussion syndrome? I am struggling and I’m wondering if being a lawyer full time is even a thing for me anymore 😭.

A colleague came back from maternity leave and it’s like her career got quietly demoted. The big cases she used to lead? Gone. Her calendar’s suddenly filled with support work instead of strategy. Lea… more

I did everything right. I aced law school, landed at a top firm, hit my targets, built client relationships... and yet lately I wake up wondering what any of it’s for. The path that once felt so defin… more

Pivoted to in-house from law firm practice. Never going back to billable life, ever. You don’t truly realize just how poisonous and soul-sapping it is until you leave it behind. I’ll work as a Walmart… more

Closed a deal last week that ate my entire month. There were late nights, client calls, caffeine and adrenaline and the partner’s only response was “noted.” No good job, no acknowledgment I know we’re… more

What is the least amount of money you’d accept in litigation for a position that requires 1900 billable /year? I’m currently a 2 year at 135k before bonus.

I have accepted a position as an administrative assistant which only pays once a month. When I looked this up, I found this is illegal in the state of NJ. I really need the job, and have had no other … more

“A Students become professors, B students become judges, and C students become millionaires.”

Anyone find this to be true in their experience? I was a C student at a mid-ranked law school and know I a… more

Does anyone feel like they fell into the right practice area, if so how did you do it (especially if you switched)? I was let go during my second year as a tax associate and I have been taking the tim… more

How do you know if a deal is 144A or 4(a)(2)?

I’m now in a position where young associates come to me for advice. I’m out 8 years but only have 2 in the area of law I’m in. I feel like I’m learning my way to some extent but also have a more expe… more

Input, please. Firm contacted me after I sent a CV. Spoke with one equity person I’d be working closely with by phone a couple of times; no formal interview. Last convo today was we’re sending offer l… more

Job hunting in the Chicago area for about three months now and interviews have been slow and steady. Would you take a contract (FT) position (with the potential to convert to salaried - but still with… more

I am starting a remote only litigation gig soon. What are some good tips and tricks to stay on course? Not a large team. Do you have a set target every day? Break down tasks? Communication skills and … more

New lawyer practicing for almost 2 years. Am physically disabled and have a slight learning disability as well. I’ve worked very hard my whole life to overcome both. But, my brain is wired differently… more

I'm a junior corporate attorney (c/o 2023) who worked at an AM100 firm until I was laid off earlier this year. I've been trying to land another role in corporate or in-house, but nothing is sticking.
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These digital id’s are scary. Why are people in China and the EU giving up their control based on this false dichotomy that the govt’s are spewing? Govt’s are essentially saying that there is a seriou… more

Any intel on Everett Dorey in Orange County, CA? They seem to do good trial work, but some negative review on Glassdoor made me worry

Anyone had luck soliciting clients using bar-approved mail advertisements? Any tips? Plus if you’re in Florida.

I like litigation, but hate having 100 little tasks that I need to keep track of. My ADHD mind can’t handle it. I prefer having fewer but larger projects. Am I basically an appellate attorney and I do… more