Thompson & Horton Discussions

Brand new baby lawyer dumb question - I am tasked with drafting response to request to produce. How long should this take? And follow up… how do I bill this?

Do you write your own bio that goes on the firm’s web?

Any insight on salaries and bonuses for larger Long Island law firms for class of 2015 (i.e., Rivkin, Jaspan, Meltzer Lippe, Farrell Fritz, etc)?

Noob plaintif-side L&E lawyer here—how long should I wait for defense counsel to stall on a demand letter before I start getting ready to file?

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.

Anyone has ever sent an email to the wrong recipient ? Could you please tell me how you’ve dealt with this. The recipient is not a party to the action.

I sat down to check my email before I showered this morning, had an “urgent please handle ASAP” message waiting for me, and guess what I still haven’t done today??

Is it possible to get another law firm job after being fired from one (Big Law)?

Feel like I just bombed my first arbitration. Partner was sitting in and then called me after to provide feedback 👻Please give me your first arb horror story to validate my feelings. Thx

Are there “prestigious” plaintiff-side firms? Ones with mostly or all T-14 grads?

How long is acceptable to ask to decide on an offer, especially when another place you really want to work at is moving a bit slower? I know this question has been asked before but I feel like 2022 has been its own beast in the legal market and would appreciate any advice. Thank you!

Does your firm give you credit for hours that were written off? Sometimes I feel if you don’t lose anything for hours cut from the bill, you have incentives not to be 100% honest w/ your timesheet.

anyone else in biglaw not get a special bonus? i’m obviously grateful for the salary, but it feels weird seeing all these firms giving away special bonuses & mine being silent

How do you guys keep track of when your video meeting ends? I keep overshooting my meeting times cuz I don’t realize that our half hour is up. Any hacks for this?

I just realized I missed a hearing for a pro Bono client. The Pro Bono partner knew about it but I’m not sure if they went. I’ve been slammed due to Russia and Ukraine issues. . . How pissed do you think the Pro Bono partner will be?

Any thoughts on Phillips Lytle? If you could please provide insight on culture/billable requirements? Thank you.

Any insight into Richards, Layton, & Finger out of Wilmington, Delaware?

Does anyone know of recruiting firms with a focus on Anti-money laundering? I’m foreign educated and newly admitted NY attorney with CAMS certification but living in Miami lol. I’m here, because my husband practices in SoFlo. Any recommendations? I don’t have any experience but have CAMS.

I’m in my 4th year at a small plaintiffs’ firm. Past two years I’ve received meager raises (5k) and terrible bonuses (3k). My boss prides himself on allowing me to gain experience so I have more courtroom experience than most attorneys with twice the experience. As I’ve applied for other firms, I’ve been denied interviews based on how my boss is perceived in the community. I’ve gathered professional references from opposing attorneys and other attorneys we work with but still can’t land. Help

Kyle, Texas - anyone know a decent spot for apps and a nicer happy hour type setting ?

Anyone here have a soho house membership? Was it hard to get with a corporate background (i.e consulting)?

How long does it takes to get the offer letter post HR discussion ? My HR discussion is done 1 week ago and current status is offer approval.

So it’s my first time helping out with interviews. I remember when I was on the other side I was super stressed out. What are best practices for making candidates feel comfortable?

I am a disability attorney helping veterans and other disabled people with disability applications and appeals. I handle cases at all levels of the Social Security and VA disability processes, including at federal court. I have been doing this work for over 20 years and I love it. I love all referrals, and I take most cases. I’m based in Tulsa but I help people all over the US. please let me know if I can help you or someone you know. 

What will be the Belgium onsite salary for C3A grade?

How to check if Bgv is completed or not ?

Has anyone considered shifting from consulting to teaching? Doing PhD from top IIMs and working as faculty?

Planning a one-week summer vacation to Yellowstone Park area. Family unit of 6, so need to rent a single, large SUV. Just looked at prices and the cheapest car available for 6 people with unlimited mileage is $3,500+. Makes the vacation almost not worth it. Anyone have any recommendations on how to get a better deal? Any discount codes? Thank you in advance!!

After you start at Google, how much paper mail do they send you? Thanks!

I am a Management Information Systems grad student from University of Memphis, with a cumulative experience of 5 years ( 2years - Quality Data Analyst, 3years - Human Resource Co-Ordinator). I'm looking out for Summer Intern'22 in and around companies in Memphis and Nashville, specifically looking for recommendations for applied positions in FedEx. Any leads will be graciously appreciated.

Is there an easy way to pull all my crypto trades from coinbase to see in one place how I’ve done since 2017? This is the first year I’ve sold any (locking in losses during dips on altcoins; diamond hands on BTC), and want to make sure I get it right for taxes.

Hey Guys,

Can anyone please suggest sectors i can rent a 1bhk in and what will be the cost.
Please help me.

I am working from EU since last year (internal transfer from India), also doing freelancing for an another startup since last 2 years and the payment is going to Indian account.
My employer assigned a tax consulting company in India to support me in filing tax, somehow the tax consulting firm found that bank account via AIS document (not sure how they get it in that doc), as they found some interest credited for that saving account. Will I be in trouble? will I have to pay penalty :(?

SD rent prices are just about the same as SF right now. It’s blowing my mind.

How is citi bank project in LTI ?

Hi friends
I have been working with Oracle since four years in a sales role my total experience is six years
I am keen to change my career and move out of sales can someone suggest what all options are available after having been selling IT solutions
Your suggestions and advices or highly appreciated

Is it a good time to switch jobs

Is 13LPA fixed at EY GDS Consulting justified for 5 yoe and designation as Senior Consultant 1?