Lawyers in Public Accounting

Those in tax that went industry, any regrets?

Any JD/LLMs here from Andersen? I noticed their JD for OCI does not mention service lines (e.g. M&A, International, SALT etc) like the typical PA firm JD. Can you explain what you do day to day, c… more

Hi. I want to transition into a law firm in Chicago. I have been doing SALT M&A for a little under 3 years. Anyone know of any opportunities? Please let me know. Thanks!

Should I shave my head or my face? I'm working as a Sr. Mgr. in advisory services for a boutique firm. I don't have much hair on my head so I usually shave both my head and face but I'm finding that i… more

In HF/PE IM. Reading LPA’s. Are PE groups at V100 firms who draft these exit ops when become Manager?

Is law school worth it for salary bump/career progression? For background I’m 40, have my MBA, 2 kids, and work in Tax. I’ve always been interested in law school but after graduation, needed to get a … more

What are exit ops for a lawyer in M&A tax? How long do I need to stay in PA before looking for other opportunities?

I graduated from law school in 2012, took and passed the TX bar. Moved to NJ, then to CA. I keep feeling that I should take the CA bar to increase my marketability and open up the job market for me a … more

Just started b4 m&a — first job out of law school for reference — I don’t know what I’m doing at all and imposter syndrome is kicking in very badly. Any helpful resources ppl recommend for startin… more

Do any attorneys here also have side gigs? Besides clearing conflicts and having professional liability insurance, is there anything else I need to consider?

Can tax lawyers in public accounting feasibly make to a move to IRS counsel? Also, would it be worth that move?

Let's discuss, what do you think of the LSAT becoming optional or the ABA abolishing it all together? Looks like it'll be gone by 2025.

Anyone have any worst interview stories? 100% bombed one yesterday, essentially just because I wasn't well prepared enough and I was super nervous. Knew what I wanted to say and said none of it, p… more

My application for an M&A spot at Deloitte was rejected in under 48 hrs!

How much do lawyers working in Big4 make? Firm counsel v. client service?
I’m not an attorney but work with attorneys in my current career and was formerly an auditor in PA. Thanks!

Anyone in here work in their firm’s partnership specialist group (partnership consulting or WNT-type practices rather than strictly compliance/tax returns)? If so, how do you like it?

I graduated from law school in 2012 and went in house at an automotive finance company for a couple of years then got into Big 4 accounting in regulatory compliance. If I wanted to leave accounting an… more

Who is still hiring? JD/LLM/CPA.

Do you think you'll stay in public accounting for your entire career? What areas or roles do people typically exit to?

Currently accepted an internship at a firm for the winter and also just accepted a separate internship over the summer with a B4 firm. Should I inform the other firm that I already accepted a later in… more

What is the learning curve/different expectations for an attorney versus a CPA in a first year associate role? I just started, but a bit confused on how I can best contribute my legal skills and anxio… more

Would you consider compliance or due diligence more tedious?

Any JD/LLM working in M&A Tax Deloitte? Would love to talk. 

PwC friends: I’m an ITS core senior at Deloitte seeking a more consulting-oriented ITS/national opportunities at PwC. Anyone willing to chat and refer?

I’m a CPA considering going back to school for a law degree. It will take additional 7 years of school. It is worth pursuing?

I am up for a role asking for 5 YOE, but I have a few more. What’s the going rate for in house counsel in public accounting?

I'm moving from Tennessee to the St. Louis area to be closer to family. I was offered a role as a CPA Lawyer with a salary of $65,093, is this considered a good offer for the area?

Is this a good practice area for recent grads? Or people with only 1 YOE?

Dm me if any attorney is looking for referral to BDO. (US experienced hires only)

Anyone leave PA to work at IRS? What was your experience?

Anyone leave PA to work at a firm? What’s your experience been like? Any regrets? Tips?

I am not in law school yet. But I was wondering where I can find out about other opportunities besides the standard tax attorney route. I am almost a CPA and currently in audit.

What are the avenues of going into WNT as a manager? Could someone describe their experience at a WNT team?

Has anyone here ever done any work as an adjunct professor? Curious on how you liked it, preparation, pay?