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Anyone here whose spouse is also an attorney… do you have two offices in your home? Seems silly to waste 2 rooms for that purpose but might be necessary.

Any recommendations for CLEs, PLIs, or anything for someone with litigation experience that wants to transition to Transactional type work? Currently L&E litigator but wanting to transition to Cor… more

Do you clean up before the cleaning professional comes? 👀

What are some of the most recession-proof practice areas? Getting slightly nervous with the looming recession which looks to be almost inevitable now…

What are words/phrases that you weren’t taught in law school but you now use almost everyday? Mine are redline, stet, DD, CPs…to name a few.

Are these new offices that are booming in TX and FL really asking people to lateral and expecting them to take the bar again?? Smh

If I can only afford one suit for court because I’m a young, poor attorney, what color should it be? I typically try for a more “modern” style if that helps.

Is it possible to go from midlaw lit to crim law (PD or Private defense) then to midlaw or biglaw white collar?

Is indeed the best website for laterals? How does one go through the process of a recruiter?

What are some other options for someone experienced in litigation who doesn’t want to be a partner?

Has anyone successfully lost weight while being a lawyer? I want to be healthier but it feels like life just won’t let me.

What's your fav to redline: DPA's or ToS? 🙃🙃🙃

I just finished my two weeks notice period. I am freeee from my work email!! Well for the next week 🥴🥴

I’m about to start my first firm job after a clerkship. Any tips/things you wish you knew before you started? I’ll be doing bankruptcy litigation. Mostly worried about time management/organization/bil… more

Does anyone use digital business cards? I see so many of them out there. Does anyone have any recommendations, suggestions or comments on the ones that are out there?

Anyone have any resources to get the quick and dirty on DPAs? I'm working on an DPA and clueless on how to edit the clauses for Nature & Purpose of Processing, Types of Personal Data, Categori… more

For those of you that are lucky enough to have a mentor: How did you go about cultivating that relationship/getting someone to mentor you?

Heard vs Depp. How we looking?

Am in talks with a few biglaw firms in NYC and am not able to find a clear answer on what the salary ranges are for Reed Smith and Polsinelli senior associates (I’ve found articles regarding salary ra… more

I’m looking to get into collections law. Can anyone please reach out with any advice, or point me in the direction of what resources I can use?

Best books/articles/publications to follow about cannabis law?

Had a second interview with AmLaw200 firm Monday, which I originally got from a referral from an influential partner. All seemed to go fantastic and heard back from two of the most relevant partners r… more

Currently in L&E and I’m not passionate about it (plus, culture is not my favorite). Been here less than two years. I have an offer from a GP firm that I’m going to take (once conflicts clear etc.… more

I work remotely for a national firm and am licensed only in the state where I live/practice. I have no plans to move to another state. I’ve been thinking about getting admitted in one or two neighbori… more

I’m interested in trying out some policy work. Can anyone advise on what that kind of work is like? I’d also appreciate resources on finding policy jobs. I noticed a number of interesting DC-based pos… more

Do we think the president has anything to do with the looming recession or was this inevitable regardless of who POTUS was?

Employee benefits/exec comp associate here. I lateraled into a firm that sold me on great mentorship from the partners and ability to grow in areas that I need to grow in. Almost a year in and I feel… more

Starting to line up moving to Michigan. Who’s hiring entry/junior associates in tax planning, transfer pricing, or m&a? Thanks!

Is the trend going to be for firms to permit more remote work, or is the 3 days in the office here to stay? Where is the market going?

First time looking for a new job after my first firm. I am terrified. Anyone else felt this way? Why is it so scary?

Is there anyone else who doesn’t have an inspiration to make partner? I’m currently in a position where I won’t be able to make partner and I’m fine with it but I feel like everyone I speak too is te… more

Current litigation associate thinking about going in-house for my next step. What’s the best way to land these roles? (Recruiter, job postings, word of mouth, etc)

Any California government employees here? Do you like it? Looking into attorney jobs with the state or county. Thanks!

Anyone lateraled at the 2-4 year mark from boutique (40ish lawyers, corporate lit work on same level as biglaw, making top NY pay) to v100? Can you say anything about the experience? The reason I’m … more

Question, does anyone have any advise on where to learn about tech contracts. I’d like to get into tech law with corps, but I don’t know where to start and the jobs that I’ve been applying to don’t bi… more

Any *actual* concerns about layoffs at firms?

I’m at small firm going through a partner divorce. Two partners want to keep me and be a big part of things moving forward. Training new associates, etc. One partner will likely retire in 5-10 years. … more

I’m representing a PR in a probate case where an heir is being represented by counsel whose conduct has demonstrated a concerning lack of professionalism. This attorney has missed two deadlines each … more

How much does it cost at minimum to retain someone at F&L? (As an employer fighting arbitration)