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Logistics Litigation- I received an offer to work for logistics litigation with 1600 billable. It seems to good to be true. I feel like this might be a mill type of job but I’m not sure. I’ve done ins… more

Currently a 4th year in mid law doing corporate work. Would I be able to go in house after a year or so at a small boutique doing the same work and/or a staff attorney role in latham’s corporate group… more

Lateraled a few months ago but don’t really like the new firm. It’s not a good fit for me. Is it ok to start looking for different opportunities before the year is up?

Not looking for legal advice but just wondering if I'm crazy. Here's the situation...

Interim CEO, 2 founders and company are all named as defendants in lawsuit. Everyone agreed to joint defense and compa… more

Left last job to pursue a certain practice area. New job promised lots of work in same, but that has not come to fruition materially. I have work across multiple states, different types of cases, no m… more

Senior associate who is now tasked with staffing matters; however, younger associates tell me they’re often busy. Would it be out of line to ask admin/partners for access to other associates’ monthly … more

👀What’s the worst or most awkward question you've been asked during an interview?

Does anyone here work on the business professionals side at ropes and gray? And can you share any insight about the culture of the firm and in office policy? I’m considering taking a job here on the r… more

Has anybody used the Brick device to cut down on screen time and increase productivity? If so, what were your parameters? My thought was to keep it in my car in the parking garage at work and make it … more

I’m feeling drawn toward a career in restorative justice and am planning to take the California bar exam in July. I’m not yet licensed in any jurisdiction, I’d like to understand what career options … more

Does anyone have any insight on Lydecker? They appear to be entering the Texas market, specifically Houston. Any insight is appreciated.

As an associate do you like working in large practice groups or smaller practice groups? (I.e. 1 partner and 3 associates or 10 partners and 30 associates etc…)

I’m trying to be more productive to get some more work life balance and am curious how others start their week. Any things you do every Monday morning to set yourself up for a good and productive work… more

I just realized I’m the mean associate that everyone is afraid of. I overheard a group of interns talking about how I scare them, and it broke my heart because I remember being exactly like them. I’ve… more

How can I stop letting work control my life? Big law has a way of doing that to you even on the business professionals side

Feel a bit weird. Everyone here wanna more remote days, everyone in office say they prefer to work onsite.

The Billable Hour is a relic of the past that is actively destroying our mental health. We are the only profession that incentivizes working slowly and punishes efficiency, and it’s making us all mise… more

In my 7th year of practice. Had a bad year last year and current firm moved me to lower billing track and lowered salary. Started looking around for fresh start. Received an offer from two firms. One … more

Transitioning to In-House feels like learning a foreign language and everyone is too nice. I left my firm for a corporate role last month, and I keep waiting for someone to scream at me or send a 2 AM… more

Do ID/workers’ comp defense attorneys fluff their billing? The hours I’ve heard seem so unrealistic

How do y’all disconnect from work. Not like a vacation or something but when you’re done for the day or weekend? I find myself still ruminating about the past or upcoming week

I’m about to start my new job but I also have a 9 day vacation planned for May. Not sure how to go about this. Any suggestions?

I'm Practicing lawyer having 14 years experience in Advocacy Advocate High court deal civil and criminal cases so also family case

Warm greetings to all,
I have practiced law for twenty years in my home country, and I have recently moved to the UK.
I am now looking for my first steps on the legal path here, and I am seeking advice or guidance … more

I’m in a position where I’m transitioning into a senior associate role. I’ve had several conversations lately with partners about young associate work product. Several concerns have been raised about … more

So I’m looking for advice. I recently started a new position at a big firm. I got a package in the mail that was addressed to OC. I asked a coworker what I should do with it and she told me to mail the settlement… more

I dropped the ball a few times unintentionally. How do I get partners to trust me and give me work to prove I can do better?

I caught a major typo in a filed motion and I’m currently hiding in the bathroom. It completely changes the meaning of our argument. The judge already has it, opposing counsel is already mocking us in… more

Anyone have FL caselaw that shows third party cannot file motion to vacate default for third party in a Dec action? Haven’t had luck on finding any.

If a company has under 2.5 or say 3 star reviews on Glassdoor/Indeed with many "don't go theres", are you applying for a job there?

This is embarrassing to admit but I don’t know how to draft a good subpoena without AI. Like I have no idea how attorneys can come up with 30 different very thorough requests including super technical… more

Does anyone have experience with VLP (Virtual Law Partners)? Hours expectations, comp., progression, firm stability, etc.?

👀Is your compensation keeping up with the cost of living?

How does your firm handle billing when one of your attorneys is deposed as a fact witness regarding a client transaction that ultimately did not close? Client is not a party to lawsuit. It’s a dispute… more

Does Cole Scott and Kissane actually a commercial litigation practice or is it insurance defense based?

I’m tired of being told to bring my whole self to work when my whole self is exhausted and depressed. The HR emails about mental health are a slap in the face when they’re sent at 11:30 PM on a Tuesda… more

Quandary - I’m a BigLaw associate who is fed up of the culture in their team and the lack of good work. At a great brand name firm but the firm is less valued for my specific practice area. Tried appl… more

Thoughts on Dentons - specifically Atlanta office?

Most mentorship in law firms is just senior people looking for someone to do their grunt work. I was promised one-on-one guidance during my interview, but my mentor hasn't spoken to me in three we… more

Anyone has any intel on Saxena White?