Women in Law

Client posted in house position I’m interested in. I currently have two active matters with the client. I don’t really interact with the client contact but have been copied on emails and maybe sent hi… more

Going on maternity leave in less than a month. Still billing a lot of hours because I’m being staffed on busy matters. How to request getting ramped down?

My firm is running a softball tourney… what do I wear LOL. They’re providing team jerseys but what bottoms are acceptable if you’re playing (shorts, track pants, jeans, etc.)?

Friends, I need new shoes!
I live in a city where malls are closing so I can’t find anything I like in store and need to buy online. Looking for some brown/beige shoes for office/court. I’d usually get… more

Anyone at Choate who could speak on the culture/WLB there? Considering a staff position but want to gather some data points before I make a move..

Moms in big law with babies are always posting about it being tough, so no news there. But I’m a mom in big law in the M&A practice and I’m wondering if any other moms are finding this to be strai… more

People who email with successive questions: do you do that on purpose or do you not really not realize how accusatory you sound?

Women in biglaw, if you took FMLA during your pregnancy, did your salary during maternity leave get prorated down?

Pros and cons of coming back from maternity leave and immediately giving notice?

Has anyone done multiple rounds of IVF while doing this job (2000 billable expectations)? How did you handle the days off work, and deal with the physical and psychological effects? I didn’t want to t… more

How does your AmLaw 100 or 200 firm handle pumping? Are you allowed to pump in your office if you want to?

Anyone know anything about Wilson Sonsini’s exec comp team?

After spending 15+ years in legal billing and revenue operations, I recently took a leap of faith and launched my own legal recruiting and advisory firm, Maison Christine.

It’s exciting…and a little terrifying. 😊… more

Feeling the brunt of being a woman of color today more than ever. Everything being interpreted against you always is exhausting.

Are there plaintiffs lawyers in here willing to share what they make and what their workload looks like?? I’m 9 years in big law employment law, my life’s calling is to try cases, and really need to m… more

Mid-level in big law in CA, 19 weeks pregnant with my first (~10 months at firm), just got a bad review. They’ve known I’m pregnant since 13 weeks. Told we’d revisit performance during annual reviews … more

Did anyone use PDL / FMLA for IVF treatment and then pregnancy? Did it hurt you in the long run (work wise or taking away time from mat leave)?

Someone please help me with creating a workout plan as a FTE with a toddler in daycare. I don't understand how to make this possible...

Looking for commiseration. This job market is so tough. I'm employed but have been actively looking to leave my dysfunctional job for about 9 months, and I don't know how long I can be last be… more

There are not enough hours in the day to be a mom to an 18 month old, a litigation associate, and 7 months pregnant at the same time. What was I thinking 😮‍💨🫠

WIL with kids - What time do you show up to the office and what time do you leave? I’ve got young kids and have to do drop off and pickup - also have an hour commute. What is your firm culture like, e… more

I enjoyed the work I was doing in big law but went in house for better WLB. My current role is very process-oriented and there is little room for growth or creative solutions (everything is pretty muc… more

Did you fill out a self evaluation for the year you took leave or skip? Our review season is in the middle of mine.

How to not cry in feedback meetings? I have my mid year evaluation coming up. My performance hasn’t been great since maternity leave. Stellar work product. On track for hours even if you ignore my ram… more

Do you ever get used to the panic spikes? I’ve been lawyering for over 6 years now and still have moments of panic multiple times a week. (Yes, I’m in therapy and yes, I’m on anti-anxiety medication b… more

Single in NYC and looking to buy my first place. I left big law recently so I have a decent nest egg, but still very nervous about taking this step alone and bearing all of the financial burden (which… more

What’s the longest vacation you’ve taken? Planning a 2 week trip to Japan in November and worried about pushback. We have unlimited PTO. It’ll be my first vacation since being at my firm 1.5 years), t… more

Anyone feel like their work is subpar after coming back from maternity leave? Any tips appreciated.

I’m in the second half of my maternity leave. Is there anything I should do to set myself up for success when returning to work?

What is the best time to announce a pregnancy? Should I let people know as soon as I hit the 12 week mark or is there any reason to wait longer? And how exactly do people announce? Tell the loud assi… more

Has anyone in CA taken PDL leave for prenatal treatment? How did it affect your pay and bonus (biglaw)? I understand it’s up to 12w. Is the 4 week leave you can start at 36w under the same law (part o… more

How long do you think it took you to fully “ramp back up” after maternity leave to where you were before? Did you ever?

Been back for just shy of one month and don’t see how I’ll ever work my way back … more

Is it normal to feel out of place when starting at a new firm?

Had a miscarriage on Friday (third IVF loss in a row) and also learned I need to cut my upcoming 7-day vacation down to 2 days to accommodate depositions. I’m too busy with work to be able to process … more

I’ve had a slow year in hours this year due to IVF and now pregnancy. I’m high risk and will likely have a ton of appointments in the last month. I’m already behind on hours (maybe 100 hours), could t… more

Baby shower etiquette question. I was invited to a shower that I can’t make so I plan to send a gift. Last time I did this (same family - different mother), a relative said that someone took the trou… more

Has anyone gotten the coaching out convo while pregnant (undisclosed)? How long do you really have to find something before they officially let you go? (understanding this may be different firm to fir… more

Recently lateraled to an office with a 4 days in the office requirement. Haven’t been to the office this much since pre COVID and my pelvic muscles are feeling weaker! I try to do pelvic floor exercis… more

I have a good job in-house but the work feels routine and I am so so exhausted. I know that I’m burnt out between work and family obligations. Has anyone felt this? Is there a solution?

Any great sales going on right now?