Women in Law

Should I wait until after I return to work from maternity leave before buying a house? This is our first child. I’m a litigator in big law (although I have a good WLB). I plan to return full time, whi… more

Any tips on dealing with a snarky assistant?

I'm working in-house and love my job, but I want to do a fun side hustle. Where's a good place to explore those opportunities? My company allows outside work as long as it doesn't cause a … more

Has any former remote practitioner successfully waived into New York through a waiver of strict compliance? If so, what hardships did you cite in your submission? Any help is greatly appreciated, than… more

If you’re a partner at a law firm, do you know what salary the other partners are earning? What about bonuses? How much financial transparency does your firm have regarding the budget/operating expens… more

Looking for outfit suggestions for final interview (prior interviews were all by zoom). Senior level in-house role in Silicon Valley.

Anyone practicing insurance defense (general liability) in Florida that I could chat with?!

Those of you who have to carry binders back and forth to the office, what work bag do you use?

I have a tote that fits my laptop and work essentials perfectly, but I’m stumped on the binders! Are peopl… more

I'm a very junior first-gen who was unfortunately laid off two weeks ago. I had been having issues at work for a while, voiced them, got put on a PIP in October, and then finally was let go. I'… more

Those of you who switched firms a lot early in your career, did you ever find the right fit (for longer than 5 years)?

I’m frustrated! When I was interviewing, I was told that the office is always closed between Christmas and New Years. I planned accordingly and have family plans for the holiday. Now I’m being told it… more

TW: infertility
Looking for some advice. I’ve been at my current firm for two years - first as a clerk and now as a 1st year associate
For those who have gone through IVF while working, how manageable w… more

Not law related but you’re all always so helpful! Going to Miami for my 35th birthday - any flattering swimsuit recs? Been wearing the same 3 from tj maxx for years. Recently lost about 15 pounds and … more

Junior—— already thinking about exit, too hard to do BL with a new born when firm is not supportive and blames you for low pace after returning from parental leave…how do you all manage ladies?

Switch jobs or stay if planning to begin TTC in Spring? Young lawyer, left biglaw to go in-house at F10 company, job is slow & not challenging, could be great if I get pregnant, but I worry about … more

What’s your comfy office sweater? I spent the pandemic wearing my law school hoody at home and now I’m searching for a professional version of that to throw over my work clothes when my office gets to… more

Has anyone been in a similar position? I left a toxic firm about two years ago in a fairly tight-knit legal community. I’ve recently heard that a former colleague, with whom I had significant professi… more

I’m traveling to do a final interview lunch with a female partner in NY this week. I don’t have a suit in mind for this, but what would you wear? I’m thinking collared shirt and dress pants.

Why do you like your practice area and what are some hidden perks/benefits of your practice area that are not easily visible to those not practicing in it?

Helpful billing tips? I’m awful at it and I’m looking to improve

This post might be gossipy but my former boss tried adding me on LinkedIn and it’s been 5 months since I had a falling out with the firm. Why would he even try this?

Those of you who went to law school to practice in a specific area, did you follow through with it? I ask because I wanted to be an international human rights lawyer, but ended up in antitrust. I’m ge… more

Best planners for litigators? I desperately need to get more organized and better at writing things down and am thinking a paper planner will help.

Best work travel hacks, tips or products? Specifically a partner week ling offsite retreat.

Not law related but women related! Any tips for trying to conceive? I’m the wrong side of 35 but we’re trying for the first time. Using the Flo and Premom apps and trying to keep it reasonably casual … more

Bag recommendations that look good and can carry my breast pump and laptop? I take public transit and really don’t want to carry multiple bags.

Hi! Would anyone who works at Baker McKenzie be willing to chat? There are two tech roles (both open in various offices) that I am very interested in and would love to learn more. I’m a 8th year, loc… more

Has anyone just opted to not work for pregnancy and returned back to big law 1 year postpartum?

One mothers/wellness room per floor is a joke when you’re in a giant office. That one room is locked/taken and I need it, where am I supposed to go?

Can anyone recommend a “brunch bag”? I’ve been trying to find a bag that is *just* big enough to fit a laptop but isn’t too obviously a work bag. I want something that I can bring out with me when I h… more

What are some freelance or part time lawyer roles or gigs? Any companies or firms that hire lawyers to do freelance jobs? Looking for something family friendly / will allow you to work remotely.

Left my old firm but had a really great relationship with my old boss. She said she would always be a mentor to me. Now I am wondering how can I reach out again to continue the relationship? I’ve only… more

I’m going to be in a multi hour remote depo prep tomorrow. I’m a few weeks back from maternity leave and still breastfeeding - is it unprofessional or weird to tell a male partner that I will need to … more

Those of you raising children in Washington, DC, how is it going?

I’m ttc now and thinking about leaving big law for a federal job (I have the offer), but not sure if DC is manageable without the big law salary. … more

Hi all. I’d love to hear from those of you who are in positions that pay well enough to tackle student loans, while also being something you genuinely enjoy and don’t dread having to do everyday. I’d … more

Big law moms - is everyone on a flex schedule or are people somehow managing doing this at 100% capacity? What’s the secret sauce here? Even with childcare and a housekeeper, I’m getting my ass kicked… more

I’m 27 weeks pregnant and work has been nuts the last little while - billing 200+ months is killing me! It boggles my mind that no one at my firm has so much as asked if I’m doing okay or has any incl… more

I have a 17month old in a private/montessori school in a wealthier area and want to get Christmas gifts for her two “guides” and two “assistant guides.” What is an appropriate amount to spend on gifts… more