Richardson Plowden & Robinson Discussions

How long after you start a new job is it appropriate to take a vacation? And for what length of time?

How many billable hours per week is considered at capacity? I’m getting pushback on boundaries I’m setting about additional matters and marketing work from my firm when I’ve been billing 60-75 hours per week for the last 6 weeks, and I’m still behind on my work. I feel like it’s reasonable to not kill myself further to fit in more/turn things around faster at this point, but am I being unreasonable? I expect my workload to remain at this level through the end of the year at least.

Opinions on career clerkships? Especially with a two year old and wanting another child eventually.

What’s the most entertaining (in a good or bad way) thing you’ve ever witnessed at a firm outing or holiday party?

Curious to know what other firm's bonus structures are, particularly those with billable requirements of 1900 and below. Trying to understand what the norm is and figure out if associates at my firm are getting screwed. thanks

Just FYI, if you ever miss an issue in an agreement that you don’t catch until late in the deal process, don’t try to blame it on the other side to your client. You’ll get caught.

I woke up and realized what’s bothering me about my (biglaw) firm.

They’ve been so busy bragging about how great of a job they’re doing responding to client inquiries and guiding them (cont)

Any advice on giving notice without burning bridges?

Question re big law layoffs. What were signs you saw of layoffs coming before they hit? Are firms giving out severance packages with layoffs? Any thoughts/ advice you can provide on the subject is appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Why are read only documents called “riders?”

Considering accepting a fully remote role and living in different cities for 6+ months at a time. Anyone else do this and have experiences to share?

Why did you decide to leave your first firm job? If you had a chance to jump ship but stayed, why did you stay?

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Any one ever worked at Clean Energy Counsel LLP? Have any insights on the firm, career advancement there, business development, etc. Thanks!

The mid-level associate who directly supervises me isn’t being responsive. I am worried about missing a deadline. Should I keep pinging him? Figure it out on my own? Reach out to someone above him?

Heyyy! So@first day on the job and I am asked to help establish an offshore company for a client … to my experienced fellows… can you help me access relevant Information or help me see what is in my blind spot?

Thanks!

My first job out of law school was incredibly toxic and I'm gradually learning that all the skills I learned there are actually the worst way to do things. How do I recover from that in a job interview perspective?

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Do you ever feel like upper management at your company has expectations so unrealistic that there’s no way anyone has ever managed to satisfy them? Sometimes I just have to stop and wonder where they got all these standards from and laugh.

Any one knows what’s the easiest way to order a radon test for new construction?

Hi there,

I've 7 years of experience in IT working as a Java backend developer.
Not getting much call from Naukri or LinkedIn.
40 more days to serve notice.
My current CTC id 16 LPA, how much I can expect?
I've an offer letter of 20.5 LPA from TCS, is it worth to go for TCS or should wait for other interviews?

Your suggestion will be much appreciated.

Any TAM here?

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Hi all,
I onboarded to capgemini yesterday and today I completed email setup. However, I'm not able to access talent page from mobile/personal laptop. Can anyone help me?

Guys.. I’m struggling. I really want an MBA. I love learning, want to go back to school, and think it’s amazing networking. That being said, I don’t feel like it’s the *right* move for various reasons

Is anyone mining crypto? If so what OS/GPU/Mining Software/Pool are you using? I just finished my 6 GPU build on Ubuntu and want to head in the right direction

How much should I contribute to a 401k?

How feasible is it to transition out of compliance into legal practice?

For a writing sample: Is it better to use a motion that you won, or a motion that may reflect better writing/analysis, but that you lost? Does your answer change if the winning motion is more recent than the losing one?

I am a straight , but I kid you not…

Yeh CSB kya Bala hai... Koi saral tareeke se bata sakta hai kya like it's benefits and all...Impetus technologies inc

Can we share one company offer letter to another company ??

It says strictly confidential and copying or distribution of this e-mail or use of information contained herein is strictly prohibited and may violate rights to proprietary information.


Any other way I can avoid this process?

I forgot to pay for an inexpensive item at the grocery store yesterday. When I realized my mistake, I encountered a dilemma of going inside and paying or going on my way. What would you have done?

In your past experience, how accurate have you found the ranges for positions on Glassdoor?

Has anyone heard of Incline Partners, MM exPNC PE based in PA. Recruiter reached out on LinkedIn.

When can we expect the joining kit from TIAA

What does the technical assessment at Wynshop go over?