A partner gets upset because the lowly para had the initiative to contact the court for a minor issue that helps us all. You’d think you messed something up the way this partner sends one of its minions to admonish you for contacting the court. Meanwhile the court personnel was not bothered at all - completely nice. This partner is never ever happy.

How can I get my *micro* manager off my back? I know I haven’t been doing the best work this quarter, but emailing me all damn day isn’t going to help me do better, I do know that.

Consumed with negativity and unhappiness. How do you stay positive when faced with unrealistic deadlines and mean managers!?

How do you know people like working with you? I always feel like I’m not liked

Is it unusual to have a partner midway through a small engagement hand over his partner responsibilities to a Sn Mng (not on the engagement) and force the existing Sn Mng to report to them?

Does anyone know how it works if you have an Interview with someone who knows your current seniors in the team? Is there a policy where they can’t mention anything or does that not really exist?

Has anyone had a Manager that does not work well with your ADHD? Im going through this right now and the way they communicate doesn’t match what I need. If I ask questions, they huff and puff. But then get upset if something is done and it doesn’t meet their exact expectations. It’s sucks that I don’t have enough interest to continuously focus on the projects, but now I have even less motivation because I dread dealing with my manager.

For those who have gone from one big 4 to another…was it frowned upon by your superiors/looked at as a slap in the face, even if your intentions are to leave on good terms?

I made a mistake at work yesterday and my boss was being super mean about it. How do I move past this?

Tips for managing difficult employees? It's my first time having direct reports and they challenge EVERYTHING. How do I motivate them and get them working with me instead of against me?

Preparing to give notice to my current firm. Accepted an amazing opportunity to lateral at a more prestigious firm (better compensation, lower billables, and shorter commute).
I’m excited to make this jump, but it’s still bittersweet for me because the partners at my current firm are truly amazing and I have learned a lot from them over the past few years and will miss them a lot. Any insight on the best way to have this convo without burning bridges? Thanks!

So embarrassed. I literally had one job to do today which was to schedule a client and give and take her paperwork when she came in. Totally called her by the wrong name today AND gave her the wrong paperwork. She was really nice about it but I feel like my boss was disappointed and I'm disappointed in myself. I don't want her to think I won't be able to keep clients straight when I start doing supervised sessions.

Left PA and started industry remotely. Haven’t been in the office. Met my team one time. Tips are to always be on video for even the smallest of calls. Take a ridiculous amount of notes. In downtime, go through your notes and come up with questions by reperforming old work. Set up recurring question sessions with your team so you know what to do next time. Set up performance meetings even monthly because it’s hard to get a gauge on your performance

how do you deal with a line manager whose approach towards clients Is completely wrong and in turn makes you less motivated to do your job? I'm a firm believer in that people set the tone for others

Just came back today to the office from a 3 day bereavement leave. Performance reviews were apparently done Tuesday. Senior partner who does the reviews left out of town Wednesday. Concerning?

I work part time for a startup for equity and am attending an event on behalf of the startup. I’ve only been here a few months and asked multiple times to have a prep meeting with my boss. He instead sent me a 15 page document outlining 40 questions I should be able to answer the day before the event.
I’m so incredibly stressed as I don’t want to show up unprepared and make myself look bad. Idk how to make light of this situation at this point

What are some issues or conflicts you face at work because of your queer identity?

Getting grief from boss for never attending our team social events (dinner parties etc). I don’t enjoy these kinds of events but I’m the only one on the team who feels that way (cont)

Wrapping up my second year as a buy-side ER analyst (started at a sizable long-only straight out of undergrad in Summer 2019). ok to wear Ferragamo loafers to work or still too early?

What is the worst reaction you’ve had after giving your notice? I just gave notice and I have never had a boss that tried as hard to make me change my mind as this one. Offered me basically anything I wanted.

How do I get more involved in team room conversations? Any practical tips? I have good comebacks in my head just have trouble voicing them

I heard from my head that there is a lot of slowdown in VW Germany... There is Hiring freeze, level freeze and all ... And soon that will spillover to india. So be prepared for very less hikes in coming cycle :( Also automotive sector in general is struggling with tesla laying off 10% workforce recently. Maybe time to make a move? What do you say fishes?

I have 4k that won’t need soon and thinking about were to spend it on.
A. Student loans at 5%
B. Invest in stock market

Martin CDs who need writers hit me up!

Any single, normal guys looking to chat and take it from there? Slide into those dms if yes. COVID clearly getting to me 🤦🏼‍♂️

Hello all,

Can we switch internally within Accenture India?
Currently I'm working with Accenture operations and I wish to move to Accenture Strategy and Consulting. Please let me know the procedure if anyone is aware of it.

Thanks!

Hello Sharks,
I am currently in Bangalore and sorry I am not liking it here. I want to move to Pune. I am looking for good opportunities in product based companies in Pune. Can someone help me with a referral for the product owner / manager profile. Location: Pune Exp 11 yrs

How do you deal with your boyfriend still being friends with someone he slept with before? Kind of bothers me but not sure if it’s normal....

Ghosted once more after what I thought was a great first date. Guess I’ll give up on love forever.

Another humpless hump day before a thirsty Thursday.

Any thoughts on meditation? Has it helped you?

Hi All,

Can someone please share your interview experiences for Automation Lead position at Citicorp?
What kind of questions can be expected? 

Thank you.

I have 7 years of experience in Finance.(more friendlyin AR). Looking for a job change can any one please refer me. Due to low pay I am looking for a change

half way there. time to play index options(Es)

Hello All,

Canadian PR , working with Amazon Canada for a year in operations and process improvement in logistics, fulfillment operations and last-mile delivery.
Completed CSCP and PMP.

Prior to this, I have 10 years of experience in supply chain and logistics in India across companies like DHL , Reliance Jio, Amazon India ,etc. 

looking for new opportunities in the supply chain and operations or consulting. Any inputs would be greatly appreciated. 

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Can I use the floating holiday after 9/30 or is it gone?

What were some effective tips or resources that helped you to learn the systems of your first firm? We feel like our firm admin/paralegal is not getting acclimated and not assisting the firm as we hoped. So we want to make sure we’re effectively training her and providing the best resources/tools for success.

How much do part time, experienced paralegals in Pennsylvania make?

Do small law firms have paralegal managers?

I have my first case review I am kind of nervous about it, wish me luck. I am not scared, I am just nervous about it.

How can the attorney you work for make your life easier, make it easier to do your job, make you less stressed?

Has anyone dealt with a lack of praise from attorneys? I'm not someone who needs to hear "good job" all the time, but we just got a huge deal closed that I worked really hard on and had a lot of overtime. And once it closed, the lead attorney praised the other attorneys, and said nothing about me or my work. I might just be overly sensitive, but it kind of stung. Thoughts?

Has anyone felt guilty when there is a slow day? What is the least billable hour you had in a day?

Any struggling paralegals here? Do you feel like your financial situation is affecting your productivity at work? I like the work I do but the pay really sucks. I feel like the fear of not being able to pay some bills on time is affecting my productivity. I’ve asked for a raise but that may not still cut it, and idk if that will go through or not.

I’m interviewing with another firm next week. Has anyone made a switch like that before? How did you do it? I work in a small criminal firm now. Interview is with a same size/practice area firm.

I am a paralegal interested in making the jump from litigation to Worker's Compensation. I don't have recent experience in WC but recall it was a lot of form work. Any Worker's Compensation experts here that can offer an opinion (is it a heavy lift) and run me thru some of your daily activities? I am in New Jersey. Thanks!

Hey, does anyone work for Jacobowitz Newman Tversky? Would love to know more about the office and culture .

What is the average paralegal salary in NC for a commercial real estate law office? I’ve been with a great firm for the last 9 years but am starting to wonder if I’m being compensated fairly. The company is about 30 employees (mostly attorneys) but I work primary for 4 of the attorneys.

Starting Ropes and Gray in MA Corp. area. any warnings/ “a heads up” that I should be cautious of when starting? Any advice for someone just starting out to be successful? What’s the WLB like?

I am preparing for my first trial! Very nervous but excited. All tips and suggestions welcomed please!

90% of problems in the legal field would be solved if everyone set internal deadlines 2 days before the actual deadline 😭

I did it! I got an in-house Paralegal position after years of working and being burned out at different law firms. I was going to leave the legal field all together because I was so burned out and depressed, but I decided to give the field one more chance if I was able to go in-house. Prayerfully, this transition will be a good one.

Fried Frank reached out to me about an open senior real estate paralegal position they have in NY, and at first I wasn’t looking to move from my current firm, but then we talked salary (a nearly 50% raise) and now I’m willing to listen a little bit more. What are people’s thoughts on Fried Franks Real Estate team in NY?

Paralegals: My firm is looking for a paralegal, and I see the job posting advertising the salary as $65-$75k, with benefits. Is this a good salary for a paralegal (Greater LA area)? I’m not the decision maker, but it’s been a few weeks with very few applicants. I’m curious if there’s something hurting the firm in its search.

I’m getting messages from recruiters for Sr. Corporate Paralegal roles but all of my experience is in litigation. I have 6 years experience as a paralegal. Should I move forward with this? Not sure if I’m qualified.

So I have my bachelors in criminal justice and I just finished my paralegal certificate course today. My attorney should be making partner this year. With that being said I told her that I would complete my certificate by the summer around the time she would make partner. Should I mention to her Monday that I completed my paralegal certificate in hopes that the raise will be bigger or should I wait until June when she makes partner.thoughts?