Law

Are lawyers more worked than blue collar workers? We have to produce all the time w billing expectations…

Our office of a large firm killed it this month and people could be about to burn out. I can’t cut off the heavy workloads and I’m not made of gold, but how can partners who don’t run the joint show … more

I was recently hired by a prominent insurance defense firm. After about a month they have announced they plan to restructure and have assured us all the team will be kept together. How should I naviga… more

This is a question I should know, as I was one: I’m dealing with a third year big law associate in a matter. While I left big law a couple of years after making junior partner, I forgot how much third… more

How soon is too soon to negotiate a raise after switching firms? I’m about to hit 6 months and, while I like my team, it’s been hell because the firm takes on far more work than we can realistically h… more

I applied to a position in march at a firm where I am on really good terms with most of the hiring team. Wasn't selected but it's still open and recruiters still contact me 3x a week about applying as my … more

Looking into trade/export compliance

Considering moving back to NYC or another big city in FL/Texas

What’s the salary expectations? Could I crack into it as a recent graduate from law school? What ent… more

I plan to switch jobs after maternity leave ends. How long do I need to return to my firm to avoid paying back benefits?

Timekeeping help needed!

I work in a SMALL firm (1 partner, 2 associates, 1 other paralegal) and am the newest employee (have 1 year there now). No one hits their hours. But I am the only one who gets emails about it with cop… more

Curious - how many weeks would you recommend taking to yourself before starting a new job? I recently gave almost 3 weeks notice but honestly I am so ready to be out of this place after years of what … more

When looking at firms (big or small) to potentially lateral to, how much credence should I give reviews made by employees/former employees on sites like Indeed or Glassdoor?

What's been the most helpful legal writing CLE/book/resource you've used in your time as an attorney?

My salary hasn’t budged in two years. In that time, my billables went from 1,950 to 2,200, I started supervising juniors, and took on way more client-facing work. Oh, and inflation? Through the roof. … more

Anyone heard of Network Civil Sovereigns, Inc.? That company that ghosted and was hacked purportedly owned a patent for their work. Any ideas how those people are now or how to find them? I have a few… more

Junior here. Made a most likely inappropriate move during the interview process. How do you survive self anger/humiliation?
I directly email the interviewer by guessing their email address. Realizing h… more

Any insight on Spencer Fane’s T&E department? Interested in the opening in Springfield, MO but saw no one else with T&E experience is in that office. Wanted to get some insight.

My law firm offers to pay for your phone bill or to give you credit towards a phone so that you can have a separate work phone. If you use your personal phone for work, you must download software that… more

Does anyone have experience working in venture capital and start-ups? I’m considering a practice change and have always been interested in these topics. How hard is it to break in as a newer attorney … more

I’ve been practicing in ID for 1.5 years and hate it. I can’t tell if I just hate law in general or if I have a tainted view of law due to my work environment. I like reading/analyzing documents and w… more

Interviewer said I’d likely be taken to the next step of the hiring process. How long should after interview for them to email me before I send a follow up?

Does anyone have any insight on Sobo & Sobo, (particularly, their Chicago location)?

What is it like working as a foreclosure attorney? I have been looking for a change from my current post for a while. Have done mostly personal injury work with some estate planning, but I am intervie… more

I‘m a lawyer in Malaysia in my 7th year of practice doing litigation. Quit my previous practice because doesn’t get paid in 5 months. I take the bold move of quitting cold turkey without any backup pl… more

Extended family member forged a signature for sponsor on their immigration application. Besides referring for criminal charges, is there anything I can bring civilly? If so, any referrals? Forged part… more

What percentage of your demand letters actually work lol

My firm discounted my class year by 1 year but not my salary, lol. Should I be salty or na

National Law Day of Action

A Nationwide Stand for the Rule of Law

May 1, 2025

NYC Rallying Points

Rally for the Rule of Law

Thursday, May 1, 2025

1:00PM - 2:00PM

FOLEY SQUARE, MANHATTAN


To Protect our Legal System
To Pr… more

Is it a good sign if a firm I did my callback with a week and a half ago told my recruiter I’m still being considered and they sent out rejections to some other candidates today? I always thought rej… more

Does anyone have anecdotal feedback on how the Troutman Pepper and Locke Lord merger has been so far?

Anyone in Substack, it’s getting polluted with white noise so would highly recommend for the intellectuals around. (Still around)

Looking to transition to a 'of Counsel' spot - any one know of any open transactional positions. Lots of experience advising emerging companies in corporate governance, fundraising, commercial… more

Anyone gotten out of defense solely based on the fact that having to bill hours drove you crazy? I’ve been doing defense for 5 years and absolutely hate the billable hour. I keep having thoughts of “m… more

In which areas do you think AI can improve your efficiency in transaction work?

Are there any TX firms that allow remote work?

Hello, I am currently out of work and have been looking for months for a job. I’m at my wits-end and I have no idea what to do. I have applied at so many firms for intake positions and it just never f… more

I’m at a firm as a law clerk not getting paid well in a LCOL city but I need experience.

It’s my third time taking the bar exam. My boss paid for my hotel the second time but not the registration fee. If he doesn’… more

Could anyone please help me interpret what the Texas bar is seeking? In my bar application, they are asking for prior violations of the law, but state that I may exclude Class C traffic misdemeanors. … more