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Any general insight into Carlton fields? Culture, etc.

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How is the culture at Katten’s NY office? Any thoughts on what it’s like to work there? Coming from a staff perspective but any insight is helpful

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Any advice on which project development/project finance biglaw groups are the best in NY. Thoughts on Orrick? NRF? Milbank? Others?

Which groups have interesting work but aren’t toxic? TIA

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Parents: I’m considering a lateral to NY with kids 2 and 4 years old. What do parents do for schools if you live in the city? Private, public? Are schools better in Brooklyn?

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Hi, does anyone have recommendations for a short term rental in New York? April-July. I found Blueground which seems nice but looking for other recommendations. Thank you!

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How did everyone land their current job? Were you recruited/headhunted or did you have to do it the old-fashioned way by applying and applying and applying?

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Any insight into Latham litigation group?

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Dating in big law …

That’s it. Anything remotely related is appropriate and welcome

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What sacrifices has everyone made for their career? I didn't see myself as single this late in life but I kept putting off romance because I have always been so busy.

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Does anyone else deal with a lot of people comparing their job to a sitcom? Like people who are not in the industry love comparing my job to Suits or Law & Order, You have to love it when your har… more

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Are any real estate practice groups in NY currently hiring? I have a strong transactional background in construction, not real estate specifically. Please reach out to discuss any potential opportunit… more

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Maybe I was too naive but over my first year I expected a bit more (bare minimum) teaching and “coaching” up by midlevels and seniors but either folks (i) are stretched so thin that they can’t, (ii) l… more

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Thoughts on commercial division clerkships in New York Supreme? Would like to learn a bit about the general experience, learning opportunities, exit options, etc.

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Thoughts on Fried Frank for tax?

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Thoughts on Torys corporate in NYC?

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Hey y’all I wanted to apply to a entry level tax position at DLA Piper in their New York office. I had noticed they had associate and attorney positions, and I wanted to know if there is any substanti… more

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Is anyone else struggling with their mental health? I have been dealing with depression and my stress level is through the roof but I feel like I have to hide it. I'm concerned showing any kind of… more

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Is anyone watching the State of the Union? I wasn't expecting much but Biden is giving a weirdly effective speech and the audience seems fired up.

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What is the weirdest reason you've ever been given for not getting a job? I was told today that I seem too nice for the position... Like I am nice during the interviewing process but I promise I g… more

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I'm not sure if anyone else feels this way, but I remember while in school and starting my career that the ultimate goal was to be a big NYC Lawyer. It seemed like I would have peaked if I could s… more

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Anyone have a recommendation for a good recruiter that can help me lateral back into big law?

For context, I worked in big law litigation for 3 years, then switched to a mid sized firm where I do 50/50 L&E/tr… more

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Is anyone else struggling with time management? My workload seems unreasonable and I can never get ahead of my to-do list. I'll be working through the weekend, is this normal for a second-year ass… more

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Thoughts on Paul, Weiss Digital Technology Group?

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Does anyone else work on criminal defense cases? If so, what is the latest you've been called by a client at night to help them out of a... jam? I got a call 3:30 something a.m. Monday morning. I … more

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Any recommendations in NY where I can get a suit tailor made, with a quick turnaround time (no longer than 3 weeks)?

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Any thoughts on Orrick Litigation, NY office? Are they easy to work with/decent human beings? Skimpy with office benefits? Work on generally interesting issues?

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Any thoughts on Cooley Capital Markets in NY? What is the culture and workflow like and how have layoffs in the last couple of years impacted the group?

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How long do think Associates last in Big Law? Do most of us make it to the next level or do we tend to fizzle out?

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Anyone aware of any construction practice groups hiring in NYC? Looking for something transactionally-focused.

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Would anyone be able to provide a referral for a good medmal attorney in NYC who specializes in cosmetic surgery malpractice, specifically liposuction if it gets that granular?

Alternatively because I’m not sure … more

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Anyone have reputable cleaners and/or housekeepers they can recommend? I'm in midtown.

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Mid level (M&A) feeling stagnated in the past two years due to deal flow and other staffing issues. Trying to go in house since that’s the ultimate goal anyway. Not much traction so far. Does it m… more

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Is it appropriate to tell the people (partners and counsel) you work with that you have a death in the family? I couldn’t make it in time for the funeral and therefore not taking time off for bereavem… more

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At what age should I expect my kids to understand what I do? After talking to my eight-year-old I realized that she has no clue what I do for a living or why I'm gone so much. How do I explain my … more

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I am enrolled in a PLI ethics webinar tomorrow morning (starts at 845 am and goes through 545 pm). I am in CA and it will be 545 am. Do I need to be signed in from the very beginning of the webinar to… more

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How much does a First-Year Kirkland NSP make in base salary?

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Forgot to delete a stale signature page before sending out to the clients and opposing counsel. Honestly am spiraling atm.

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Any insight into DLA Piper lit group NYC would be appreciated. Thanks!

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How much coffee will you need to get through this Wednesday/Valentine's Day? I think I will need all of it!

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