Spencer Fane Discussions

What is the scoop on med mal defense vs. plaintiff work? Is defense more respected by other practice areas if I were to switch somewhere else later?

I applied to a position that brands itself as civil litigation and apparently the role is med mal defense. Not sure what to go by but would like to do a little research before I call them back.

Last associates committee meeting is coming up. Partners have asked each associate to come up with... not one... but FIVE marketing ideas. Other than reeling out “we offer competitive pay” in job postings, what are some good ones your firm does?

I’m struggling a bit. If I knew how to market well, I certainly wouldn’t be in this position.

I’m looking to carve out my career in HR. I have 2 years in a dedicated HR Coordinator role (essentially with Generalist duties) and 5+ years in senior level hospitality management. I’m interested in getting my PHR or getting a certificate in data analytics with business/HR focus. Thoughts on next steps?

Looking to get into SaaS sales but my experience is in construction and fine furniture (I was a sales manager and was able to lead my team of 4 people to consistently hit 450k monthly targets). I did that for almost 2 years before making the switch. I miss sales, though. Does anyone have any connections to companies looking? I have also considered a sales analyst role considering that I am moderately versed in Salesforce and have worked both the customer facing and sales generating side. TIA!

The pandemic has brought misery for a few sales organizations and unforeseen opportunities for a few others. How many folks out here crushed Q2? If so by what % did you exceed your quarterly quota? Did someone have their best quarter till date? Let’s celebrate some accomplishments!

At your firm, absent extenuating circumstances, where is the line drawn between “paralegal work” and “attorney work”? For example, who would draft a standard form motion for extension of time?

Should I pay for the updated SHRM-SCP materials or is it ok to use the books from 2020. I hear the test has changed

Why is it so hard to find a remote HR position? I have my SHRM-SCP, my MBA and over 10 years of experience being an HR Manager.

I am a federal government attorney (DOJ) with 2.5 years of litigation and bankruptcy experience. I want to break into tech companies/finance and apply for jobs @ Google, Robinhood, etc. Does anyone have any connections I can leverage?

Has anyone transitioned from solely doing HR functions into Talent Acquisition/ Recruiting ? If so, how has your experience been? Did/do you like it?Has it been difficult?

So, a recruiter gave me feedback that my lack SPHR or SHRM-SCP is causing my resume to be knock out by AI and human recruiters despite my position and work history in Multinationals and being in Technology. They suggested that we put SPHR ( Lapsed). I let it lapse in 2017. What is your opinion? Plus if I were to take another certification - should I take SPHR or SHRM-SCP?

Any thoughts on Legility vs. Relativity in terms of eDiscovery software? Or is there another I’m not aware of?

Does anyone have the 2020 SHRM books for sale or to borrow? My job won’t contribute towards my certification. I’ve already paid for my test. I have the books from 2015 but I’d like to study from the 2020. I tried finding them online to purchase but sellers of affordable books aren’t responding.

As lawyers are there ways to get paid for connecting clients?

How do you celebrate when you close a deal or win a case?

How often do temporary "might-become-permanent" type jobs (at small/mid size firms) actually become permanent?

Has anyone received stock options in a country they don’t live in? Obviously specific to the country but curious if anyone has had this situation before

How much do mid-level sales people do in SaaS? (Base Salary and commission structure)

How do you ask someone to be a mentor to you? Ive identified the person I’d like to mentor me but I don’t know how to move the relationship into an active mentoring relationship (we currently have a casual relationship where I check in once in a while)

Any paralegals ever switch to a legal tech company? How did you like it?

Hi Guys
What do you think is a good salary for 8-10 experienced, i am not talking about any technology but in General IT industry as a whole

Was forced to take a cold shower this morning at a Marriott. How many points?

Is anybody here a notary? And how much are you making from that? Is it a potential side-hustle?

An important announcement to Noob fishes :-
Just don't throw randomly which company to join with amount X, Y and Z Lakhs.
freaking tell us your YoE, Tech Stack and Cctc or else we won't be able to help.
Ps - We won't be asking for party or treat, calm down! and we are not your neighbors to hide!

Currently a Wealth Advisor for Citi but I honestly hate it here with a passion it’s the worst company I’ve ever worked for in my life and I’ve been in Wealth Management in the banking channel for over a decade. Series 7, Series 63, Life, CFP, ChFC, and soon to have my MBA with a focus in Mergers & Acquisitions. I’m look to enter another area of Finance at this point instead of starting over somewhere else from scratch, but not sure what direction to go. Interested in Investment Banking or M&A.

Does anyone know of places in LA looking for Jr CWs (FL or full time) or interns right now? Been reaching out everywhere for 6 months with little to no traction.

Do people intentionally delay or hold of their own promotions to avoid more work and pressure at higher levels?

Is there a reason some of the biglaw websites look like they were made in 2006? Surely that reflects poorly on a company

Want to lose 30lbs and get lean, fit, flexible and fabulous like I was in college. Considering Beachbody On Demand. Any recommendations of programs that worked for you on their platform? Any tips or advice?
I need a structured class that I attend regularly / daily, otherwise I get lazy and don't make time. Orange Theory worked great for me. I have a Peloton too.

Any of your firms do virtual gifts or corporate appreciation for your teams? We want to do something for our hard working team that is spread out over the nation but not make it an event where we’re stuck doing over zoom. Ideally something like wine delivery just to show appreciation

If you bought a United Flight with miles can you change your flight and book with cash? I don’t have enough points for flight I want to change to and app is only give me miles option

How do you deal with a Midlevel who tells the partner you’ll cover for them, but gives you less than 24 hours notice they’ll be gone without asking if you can cover? I helped out back on July on a deal with they were on vacation, and now every vacation since they keep adding me back on without keeping me appraised of the deal in the interim

Can anyone pls help me connect with some wells Fargo HR.. I am looking some opportunities in their portal for hyd location, even though the skillset/JD completely matches, they do not contact.

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As a Caribbean woman, do you find it difficult to connect with African American women?

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