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Is anyone else a super duper perfectionist? It’s crippling my productivity and I’ve gotten complaints from partners that I’m slow. They’re not wrong. I’m a first year and I already feel like I’m faili… more

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What are you all carrying all of your stuff in your work? I have been feeling like a bag lady lately. I have my laptop bag (which has way too much in it), my workout bag, my lunchbox, my purse, my wat… more

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I want to ask for partnership at my small firm this year. I’m not sure exactly what that will mean, bc I’m not sure that the main shareholders truly want to give me a slice of the pie. I think they’re… more

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Has anyone switched firms while pregnant? Fifth year, Am Law 50, doing well but looking to switch to an Am Law 100 primarily for lifestyle and career progression reasons. I’ll be around the end of my … more

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I’m a mid to late 20s fresh attorney. I work and network in a new city. Got to know one my law firm boss’s friend (also an attorney in his early 40s but in a different practice) who is a lot friendly … more

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Has anyone tried Leave Law Behind or The Former Lawyer Collaborative? I’m wanting to move out of law but that’s super scary so I’m considering trying to find people to help me figure out how to transi… more

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How long did you take maternity leave in Biglaw? My firms gives 22 weeks for birthing parents, but hoping to get full six months, thoughts?

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I've been at the same firm since I was a summer (I'm a 7th year now). They asked me to find a new job by end of March (but they expect me to keep supporting my current clients). I'm so sad… more

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Anyone else having motivation issues today? The snow is a drag for some reason.

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Sharing some positive women helping women news since we don’t often have these stories in this bowl. I recently had an admin issue at work that a woman partner helped me navigate. She caught me saying… more

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I am looking for some short tan block heals that do not cause blisters on my toes. Any ideas?

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hi fellow law gals! my junior associate mentee is going to trial for the first time (multi-week jury trial!!!) and i’m curious what small gifts/gestures would be most appreciated? i’ve been loading he… more

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I've told one senior attorney I work with that im pregnant. Since telling them, they have now essentially removed me from an important client team, which I've had significant involvement on, in favor of a… more

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Has anyone shifted from an attorney position to a contract manager position? I’m looking to get out of law but want my JD to be an advantage. I’m looking for something that pays well even though I rea… more

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More of a working mom question.. does anyone have the ninja Crispi? I’m looking at the 5 in 1 is it really as efficient as it looks? Trying to make my life easier going back from maternity leave soon … more

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Did your supervisor check in on you while you were on maternity leave? I haven't heard from my supervisor and just view it as another reason why she's a bad manager / supervisor.

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Any tips how to get a partner (who is new to our group but has been at the firm forever) to stop undermining me in front of clients/witnesses/etc? I’m a 5th year. This repeatedly happens where I have … more

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Hello fellow women in law. I am a POC attorney in Minnesota trying to juggle work, life, and community. It feels like I’m failing in all aspects. I’m looking into options for leave but don’t think I w… more

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Lateraled to another v20 firm 2.5 months ago and found out I am 7 weeks pregnant. Will this be frowned upon? 5th year associate

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has anyone had a tummy tuck? Do you think I could work from home a week later?

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How did you survive morning sickness with this job? My office requires 4 days in person a week and I haven’t went at all this week because I’ve been puking my brains out. Only 6 weeks so not planning … more

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I live in a colder climate and my office is always freeeeeezing! Any recommendations (short of bringing in a space heater)?

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I am not performing well with Gen X women in interviews. I hate to make generalizations, because rejections can be for any reason. But I’ve been applying to IHC jobs for months and have noticed a patt… more

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(I had/have severe PPD)
I was pretty confident in going back to work full-time after maternity leave. I knew I couldn't be a stay at home mom. But now that we are almost at 11m, I am really wanting to ju… more

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I am starting a 6 week trial as second chair in 3 weeks and will be ~14 weeks pregnant when it starts. Does anyone have recommendations for where to get maternity court attire?

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I’ve posted before about being put on a PIP, and I’m still on it, (feedback I received centered on responsiveness, quality control on my work product, and moving my cases forward) , but I wanted to sh… more

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Ladies - what kind of review would you leave for a nice resort in which there was a major issue that the hotel eventually resolved, but not without significant complaining/escalation?

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I’m sure this has been asked before but if I get married and legally change my name do I have to change it with the state bar? Boyfriend and I are discussing taking the next step and the topic of name… more

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How do I stop being a perfectionist? I recently started at a new firm and am getting my feet under me. I had a client go around me to my boss because they did not like my opinion. My new boss did not … more

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I’m debating quitting my job with nothing lined up. I’m just tired of working, lost because I’m a senior associate who doesn’t want to be a partner or counsel or anything of the sort. I feel lost, and… more

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Women who made partner at v10 firms-what is your life like? Do you have kids, and if so how do you find time for them? How do you and your husband split the load at home? I think partnership is what I… more

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I’m looking for a nanny in Chicago. Any tips are where to find one?

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Help. I’m giving myself a hard time because I don’t think I want kids. I worked during undergrad and law school, and I like not worrying about money anymore. I like my freedom. I have no desire to be … more

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Are there big law firms that automatically put a mother returning to work to a reduced work schedule for a while? I had heard Latham does this and is open to extending this schedule until the kid is i… more

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I’m 33 and recently single. Finding it so hard to date with my work schedule. How did you all find the time to dedicate to dating? Has anyone used a matchmaker?

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Anyone who had PPD come out alive? But in all seriousness, I am 10m pp and the PPD has been hitting really hard lately. Just looking for some reassurances that it will be OK.

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I'm a mid-level transactional associate who recently accepted a lateral offer in BigLaw. The conflicts check has been going on for nearly a month now, and the firm keeps giving me vague responses … more

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Any advice or tips for 2 working lawyer parents w/ young kids (3yo and 9mos)? We both have demanding jobs. I feel like I’m underperforming in all aspects of my life. My husband tries to help but he’s … more

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Recommendations for a non-blazer jacket for a casual small county courthouse? As a public attoney I’m in court everyday and I’m tired of blazers. J Crew lady jacket or the like ? Im 34, F, petite.

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Hi All! How long do you have to be employed at your firm before being eligible for maternity benefits? Wanted to see if there is some ‘market practice’, especially in BigLaw. I’m 11 weeks pregnant and… more

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