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Sometimes I think we’re all stuck chasing prestige and forget why we went into law in the first place. The work-life balance is awful, the stress is constant, and half the time the client doesn’t even… more

Is it true that in ID that associates who bill a lot get away with more?

What is it like to live or work in Omaha, Nebraska? I I've been hoping to visit but haven't gotten the chance yet. Wondering what the culture is like or good ways to build rapport with colleag… more

Is it inappropriate to reach out to associates who recently left my new firm and who I have no personal connection? I’m a junior only a few months into this firm that seems to have a high turnover rat… more

Partners at smaller firms (30ish attys), would you consider giving a market raise plus an annual raise and a bonus to one of your mid-level lit attorneys? Or is that a big ask from that attorney? I wi… more

How does one become a mediator or arbitrator?

For everyone in big law out there: I just put together another fund for a company I’m involved with and invested in. Since I left big law I’ve been doing fund formation, Regulation D stuff, operating … more

My boss told me that she wanted me to amend my performance documents so she could give me more credit, this could only be a good sign right?

Is an exit interview mandatory/necessary?

I recently accepted a new position, and got an email from a managing partner at my current employer to schedule an exit interview.

From my limited knowledge, these are more… more

I finally "made it" in-house in my 8th year of practice. Before this, I was thinking of leaving the law and thought l'd give it one more shot. It's objectively a great job..but I jus… more

Any Atlanta associates in a boutique law office willing to share their salaries for mid levels between years 4-6? Trying to come up with a range of numbers to ask for a raise in my August evaluation. … more

Thoughts on Norton Rose Fulbright's litigation group in the LA office? Thx!

How do you ask for law firm partnership during evaluation? 12 years in practice. 5 years lateral in current firm

Do we think it’s easier to bill hours as a litigator or as a transactional attorney? No shade to either - just wondering what the collective thinks.

What’s the realistic cost of a part time (~2 days per week) nanny in NYC? What do you pay? What do they generally do for you?

Working at San Diego Biz Law was an invaluable experience. I advanced from Office Assistant to Legal Assistant, gaining hands-on exposure to business litigation and employment law. My boss trusted me … more

Anyone know a law firm owner who practices virtually no law and is more of a ceo/coo?

What’s your favorite tequila or mezcal, or do you have other gift ideas for a colleague who’s covering my maternity leave?

Have you ever heard of big law firing a pregnant attorney for alleged performance issues? And what are ways I can protect myself, I don't care if it's taking advantage of my situation. Hard wo… more

Does unemployment assistance show up on a background check?

Having second thoughts accepting an offer. I accepted a general lit position at a big law (more mid law) firm in part to get out of an ID firm (where I did non-ID gov investigations work and some lit)… more

Tired of litigation. Tired of billing. Hate it now, actually. In-house opportunities are flooded with applicants. Feeling stuck and demoralized. Just needed to vent to fellow lawyers.

Most logical next step from comp?

Been working in Workers comp for about 2-3 years post law school/pandemic. I want to get out of the field into something less high volume. What is a good logical nexus… more

Law firm owners, how is life? Is it better than biglaw or being an associate at another/smaller firm?

Got told my dress was “too casual” on a Friday when my male colleague was literally wearing jeans and sneakers. No one said a word to him, but I got pulled aside for “professionalism.” It’s not the fi… more

I recently accepted an offer for a summer associate position at a Florida mid-sized full service firm. The compensation is great and the firm seems to value training and mentorship. How can I set myse… more

I moved in house 3mths ago. Have a young boss, a few yrs younger than me (41). His meltdowns are never ending, doesn’t manage or do any work, is giving me everything, he wants to distract all in office,gets… more

I’ve been wondering: at what point do you draw the line and say “enough”? I’ve caught myself crying in the bathroom, snapping at people I care about, and waking up at 3am with my heart racing. Part of… more

I’ve read a lot about staff attorneys and how little respect they command and how little they earn, despite the long hours they’re expected to put in.

Can you all elaborate on what that means? How much do staff attorneys mak… more

If you are currently happy at where you are and being treated well, but the only downside is the pay, how much $$ would make you move? VHCOL. 5th year at 210k.

I can write comprehensive, thorough, demand, letters and briefs. For some reason, whenever I draft a complaint, they always seem choppy and do not flow very well. There is something about putting numb… more

Graduated in May and still no post-grad job offers. For those of you who were in my position, any advice/encouragement/etc.? Super stressed out.

Corporate doesn't care what you have done in your service history. They only care what you have done for them lately.

Least stressful practice areas in smaller firms? Assume t&e may be a bit contentious at times, but curious about others.

I’m a 5th-year associate in a HCOL city doing L&E at a mid-sized firm, making $205K. I just got a BigLaw offer for nearly double the comp. I really like my current firm and team, and I could likel… more

I think I’ve seen probably the most depressing thing I’ve seen today. A random email (I have no idea how the got my organization’s or mine) advertising a document review project — full time — for a mo… more

Salary offer check: What is a typical base salary for an 8th year at a large firm in Colorado (Boulder or Denver office)?