Millennials in Law

I work inhouse there's some drama after a meeting where I aggressively stood up for myself against a client who frequently bullies me. Several clients treat me with disrespect and I generally let… more

Has anyone ever considered that law firms are really just staffing companies akin to Southwest Airlines? Like The Firm can get you a ticket but they cannot guarantee you a seat at the trial of the cen… more

I got drunk and vented about coworkers to some randos at the bar. I'm not drinking anymore but there is no evidence that this got back to the person. Am I crazy to think that they know about it?

I've gotten better, but every time I do something wrong I think all of my coworkers know and are judging it for me. Particularly when I used to drink to excess at non work functions. I worry eve… more

I’ve moved jobs quite a bit. A lot of shorter stints on my resume (I because I got married and moved, then moved after having a child, and a few because I had better opportunities and I graduated in a… more

Can anyone give insight as to what working at Lewis Brisbois is like currently? Is the work steady and stable following the partner walk out some time ago? Any other insights are appreciated. For refe… more

I have a problem at work where I think everybody is talking about everything negative in my life even things that they would have no reason to know. Going to therapy on Monday but has anybody struggl… more

The Boomer ellipses drive me crazy. I'm not sure what it means when my boss starts adding them to messages.

Do you sometimes think your depression is too severe?

Does anyone run into weird stuff at work based on where they went to school?

I used to be a screw up. My brother in law knows all about it. I'm doing well now and I'm in a (not publicly visible) role in a public agency. My brother in law occasionally makes fun of me… more

I'm in house and I'm really bad at meetings. I personally don't care what the other people at work think about me but has anybody gotten better in meetings after trying? I usually don'… more

What do you do when you can't shake the idea that you're an absolute idiot?

Veteran Paralegal turned Conflicts Analyst and just completed contract assignment. I have an interview with a v50 as a Conflicts Analyst. Any particular and specific skills I should highlight during… more

Anyone here ever run for local office (town council/mayor)? I live in a small town (less than a square mile; 4500 people). I’m only 30 and have time but I see the people running and can’t help but fee… more

Watching a sexual harassment video at my good in house job. The examples are so blaise compared to "normal" interaction my prior small form.

Any success stories from people who graduated at the bottom of their class? I need inspiration.

I had my mid year review. I was told that I don't use punctuation in my work product sometimes. Particularly commas. I don't know if that bodes well for me.

Anyone have any suggestions for a second career post-law? Working mom with 2 kids so needs to be practical. Help!

After a few really traumatic years I finally am in a good place with a good paying job I just bought a new car, but I feel persistent sense of exhaustion and frustration sometimes inexplicable anger. … more

I'm 6 months into a new job and my mid year review is coming up hope I'm not getting fired LOL

Idk how there are people having kids when I can barely remember where I left my keys.

I'm a loser

I just messed up two assignments in a row at work.

Any tips on how to live alone and stay physically and emotionally healthy? I am 29 have lived alone for most of my life and am having a hard time

Lawyers on LinkedIn: we must all help each other! Defend your weak colleagues! Stand up for what’s right!

Lawyers, anonymously, on fishbowl: don’t get involved even if you can help. Watch other people suffer, it’… more

A new assistant at our firm (A1) has been constantly gossiping to my boss about other assistants. This has really shaped my boss’s behavior towards the other assistants. Yesterday, A1 asked me a tragi… more

What are signs that you're experiencing reverse ageism in the workplace versus just normal workplace difficulties?

How should I feel six months into the job

Where can I find a contingency lawyer for business lit?

Can you express interest in a coworker without being unprofessional?

Ladies, what do you consider business casual

What is a good top, bottom, and shoe type?

Dilemma: have two pretty great offers at reputable firms. (1) is 125K with 175 hour requirement. (2) is 150 hours 115K with great bonus structure based on additional hours worked on an objective stand… more

I'm in a tea shop the clerk just said "I fuck with tea"

Turning 30 on Monday. I want to get myself a reasonable gift. Any suggestions?

I'm about 2 years into my legal career and I feel really stupid

Am I bugging or does law nowadays have the most mean girl atmosphere?! Like I’ve literally worked at 3 different law firms (temping during Covid) that there is always one (or a few) huge f.cking b.tc… more

Is it normal to feel out of water

I didn't do great in law school. I try my best professionally and I'm early in my career but I can't help but feel and see her about my abilities. I have a good job I'm improving but … more