Corporate Transactional Law

Single Materiality Scrape. I’m not understanding for some reason a single materiality scrape as applied to damages only. If a breach is material, then won’t all damages apply anyways (even if materia… more

I’m a partner at a small firm (40 people, not a boutique, landlocked state). I am considering planning and taking a 3-5 week sabbatical next year. My firm has never had someone gone for more than 10 d… more

I (29M - midlevel healthcare attorney) have the opportunity to join the board of directors of a successful healthcare organization. Thinking long term, what can I do to use this experience for future … more

How long does it take you to bill 8 hours? I’m in the office from 9ish until 6/6:30pm and usually hit around 8 hours, sometimes 8.5. Yesterday I got to the office at 8:45am and left at 6:30pm. so 9.8h… more

Hi! A client is looking for recommendation of platforms/websites that allow for anonymous voting during board meetings. Does anyone have any recommendations? Thanks!

For corporate in-house paralegals, can you tell me your reporting structure? Do you report directly to the attorneys you work under or to a paralegal manager? If a paralegal mgr does this person have … more

When is bonus season at private equity shops or hedge funds?

Mid/senior associates, are you worried about ChatGPT threatening your job security? Or just juniors worry about it?

Getting ready to apply for jobs after graduating law school and passing the bar exam. However, it seems a daunting task to enter the transactional world without any prior experience. I put myself thro… more

Structured finance/securitization/CMBS attorneys - what would you give as a writing sample for a job application?

Anyone here practice nursing home transactional law? What exactly do you do? I’m considering applying for an open position and I currently practice med mal litigation but would like to go in house som… more

I'm a mid level. I'm told I'm not capturing enough time during the week in which a deal closes. How much time do you bill in a closing week and what are you working on?

Have any of you ever quit an in-house role without having something else lined up? What was your experience and how long did it take you to find a new position?

Just finished my 1 year internship at an american law firm in Italy. Love m&a and corporate law, but not sure if i want to pursue this career. I was thinking to jump into consulting or something c… more

How does one get into the corporate area of law if one doesn’t have direct relevant experience (have Trust/Estates experience). Been difficult trying to find a job in the current market

As a Corp lawyer in big law, we obviously have prohibitions on trading in certain securities given that we (including the firm) likely have MNPI. Does that change if an advisor is the party solely re… more

Curious as to what people’s day to day responsibilities look like as a second year Cap Markets attorney. How often are you staffed with a midlevel or senior? Do you typically run deals yourself with a… more

Advice for handling large workload and increasing responsibilities as a new midlevel M&A attorney? Multiple partners are trusting me with more and more work and leadership but I have barely seen m… more

Suggestions for language for a follow up / thank you email after an interview?

Has anyone here ever done freelance legal writing on the side? I've been contacted by a few people on Linkedin with opportunities. Not sure if it's worth the time or effort, but thinking that … more

First-year after 6 months of strong performance (met billable hours requirements, constantly being assigned and thoughtfully and timely completed work usually assigned to third-years (MBA background w/ 15 years w… more

Does anyone have any ideas of the settlement structure of Fox to Dominion? Is it multi-year? All cash? How much do lawyers get paid?

🏆 Goal Setting Thread 🏆
What do you want to accomplish this month? Use this thread for setting goals - drop yours for accountability, and inspire others with what you'll conquer!

How do you stay excited about your work? I've been at this firm for a little over a year, and I just feel so apathetic about it all. I'm totally going through the motions every day and doing t… more

I’ve been slow for a long time now and am looking to lateral. I want to change firms and practice groups. (I have about a year of experience in the practice I want to transition back into.) Any advice… more

Good law firms for funds work in Dallas?

Any info on RE group at Husch Blackwell?

I (5th year, M&A transactional, big law) may have an opportunity at Norton Rose Fulbright. Could anyone give any insight into hours requirement, salary expectations, bonus requirements, and/or tra… more

What industries are your M&A deals in?

Anyone have insight on big and mid law offices in Philadelphia with a relatively good culture? Any firms to avoid? Coming from the west coast so anything helps. Thanks!

I’m looking for a compliance officer position in Paris, do you have any recommendations for me ? Thanks a lot

📚 Resource Thread 📚
A thread to share resources such as courses, books, mentors, podcasts, videos, and articles that have helped you succeed in Corporate Transactional Law.

Drop yours below and help … more

I am an International trained lawyer with 3 years working experience in Transactional Law. I earned an LLM degree in International Business and Economic Law from USC

I am currently seeking employment with my areas of interest bei… more

What do you do when you’re moving firms but you want to be able to use the agreements you’ve drafted/help to draft as forms moving forward? If you delete IDing/confidential info before you leave, can … more

So, I'm facing a bit of a dilemma. The partner at our (small) firm has asked me to lie about something I'm pretty uncomfortable lying about. On the other hand, I'm worried about what will … more

What is the salary range for a junior associate position for a boutique international commercial firm (less than 20-30 attorneys globally)

Paralegal with 4 years of experience in Personal injury. Would like to make a move to corporate. Any advice?