Women in Law

Has anyone lateraled in big law while pregnant? If so, how was your experience? How many weeks were you when you lateraled?

Pregnant litigators: what are you wearing to federal court? I’m six months pregnant and have an in person status hearing. I bought a Seraphine maternity suit that I hate but am struggling to find some… more

Anyone had a experience asking for an office transfer as a result of pregnancy? I am about six months along and finding it harder and harder to manage. The father is in CA and can’t leave for another … more

How much comp can you expect as a first year NEP in biglaw with a small book (2-3mm)?

A bit of a vent. I feel like I’m being pulled in a thousand directions and it’s extremely overwhelming between parents, partner, work, friends. I start a new role in a couple weeks, new place wants me… more

Any leads on in house positions? Looking for better work life balance.

Hello!

Does anyone have leads on an in-house roles at a healthcare organization? I currently trying to pivot from litigation and any leads would be greatly appreciated!

My background: Florida-barred a… more

Not law-related—I have a 12-hour layover in Paris this August. I’ve already done all the major tourist attractions on a past trip (Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre-Dame, etc). What are some cool, low-key, … more

Has anyone tried to “formally” reduce their hours during pregnancy a few months ahead of maternity leave to try to reduce stress (esp. in a high-risk pregnancy)?

I'm returning from maternity leave this fall with my second child and am up for shareholder next year at a mid-size firm. Work-life balance feels impossible. I have a solid book of business, but o… more

Please let me know of any family friendly ECEB practices in big law preferably in the Bay Area. I’m looking for a practice group that is understanding and supportive.

How would you transition to mid law from big law?

Any moms managing work, family, and autoimmune diseases and still doing well? How do you handle everything when your body is not on your side? Being a working mom is hard enough without this additiona… more

What is it like to be a partner at a law firm? Your day to day, personality traits or attitudes that you think are required to survive the job, etc.

Just had a miscarriage around 8 weeks pregnant. This was our first after one year of trying. I’m 33 and feel like age isn’t on my side in becoming a mom and dealing with fertility issues etc. I could … more

It’s really becoming frustrating and down right depressing searching for a new job. I’ve been searching for a new job because I absolutely hate the role/field I’m in now. Every area of practice I woul… more

Currently experiencing late term pregnancy loss and looking to connect with anyone who has gone through this 💔

Hi ladies, I’m currently 8 months pregnant and, long story short, will be resigning during my maternity leave. I’m struggling with the decision to not tell anyone about my intention but at the same ti… more

Just quit my toxic law firm, and i have never felt lighter. I have to stay for 3 months for the notice period, I don’t have anything lined up yet but I’m just so relieved to leave such a horrible team… more

Breastfeeding at work? Tips and tricks for making it work in the office and keeping up with billing?

Started a new job about three months ago and have found the form to be totally different than described. I.e not actually dress for your day, no wfh, very oppressive culture and major mistakes (think … more

Any autistic people on here? How are y’all surviving work and life?

I start a new job this week. I’m kind of nervous. They’ve already been staffing me on new matters and sending me things and have business development meetings and plans for me already. I’ve never been… more

Hi all. I saw a post a month or so ago where a few in this bowl were pregnant and had stopped adhd meds or were dealing with adhd and pregnancy. I’m one of those who tapered off and has been really st… more

Im a mid-level associate in a small practice group. I was assigned a mentor who gave me unexpectedly negative feedback without much context or contact. I’ve tried to get more helpful workstreams, but … more

Pregnant in BigLaw. Oddly have found other women not to be any more supportive or understanding than the men. Is it just me?

I need some advice:

I got laid off from a federal agency in March and have finally received an offer, but it’s to be a regulatory and investigations attorney at one of the big health insurance companies (think: U… more

Fiancé got sworn in a couple of weeks ago and doesn’t have a job. He is applying to places and has decided that while he’s waiting to get a legal job, he wants a to take up another job. Think: at chip… more

Could someone explain why a partner would rather an associate cap or deduce the hours billed than to write it off himself?

Has anyone successfully combo fed (alternating bottle and breast) from birth? Generally I know lactation consultants recommend breast only for a few weeks to establish a good latch but that’s not feas… more

Does anyone have suggestions/referrals about companies or associations that may need an attorney with 20 years experience at the intersection of law, finance, policy, crisis management & federal g… more

My practice group and the work in my office has pretty much dried up due a combo of attorneys leaving, clients leaving and current economic conditions. I want to leave but I also want to start a famil… more

I lateraled to a larger firm about 6 months ago. I would call it regional big law in the Midwest, but it’s not on the same scale as coastal big law. I hired into a speciality practice group and techni… more

Do any of you use a standing desk and walking pad combo while actually working? I’m interested in setting this up at the office to help get some movement in during the day. However, I’ve never been ab… more

Serious responses only, and please don't be nasty.

I'm planning to travel outside the US to Honduras for a family wedding. I'm nervous about coming back to the US with all this craziness g… more

Canadian lawyer here interested in getting an LLM in the U.S. Are there any foreign lawyers here who have gotten an LLM interested in litigation and can speak to employment prospects afterwards? Thank… more