Are there any mediators here? I wanna become one and am curious about how to do it and what it’s like.

How do you become a mediator after being a litigator? (In my case, plaintiff-side employment litigator) How much do you make? How heavy is the workload?

Is it better to choose Nutanix over VMware, if Nutanix is compensating way more?

We are looking for Qliksense profile with experience of 6 years to be joined ASAP. The requirement is in Delhi NCR and the candidate should be able to understand Hindi.

Can some one refer me to a position at FIS Global, I have the job ID.

Where is everyone originally from? Also, list your favorite spots in midtown area!


I’m originally from NYC and moved to Miami a few months ago. Lagniappe, Sugarcane, mandolin, Itamae are some of my favorite spots in walking distance. Still looking for a martial arts gym around here if anyone has good recs!

Wavering between tired and happy. Finally getting my stamina back post covid. I've walked 10 miles in the past week. Pre covid I was walking between 2 and 4 miles a day. But I can tell I'm still not 100 percent. I'm so tired in the evenings. Hopefully that will fade the next couple of weeks.

Any recommendations for good last minute ticket deals for Orlando Disney and Universal theme parks?

What is Notice period in Accenture during probationary period?

Posted about this a while back but didn’t get a definitive response. I have a bunch of Manhattan prep GMAT books from the past few years that have little to no writing in them. There’s probably 20 of them so pretty heavy but I’m looking to give this away to someone for free. Only thing is I asked for you to take all of them versus just a few. I live in downtown Manhattan near the stock exchange and hoping to give by the 24th. Thanks!

I am looking to enter big law. I had a clerkship on a state Business Calendar and am a current first year litigation associate where I have prepared for a trial, taken and defended depositions, and have extensive motion writing practice in tech, business, and employment cases. Is it a waste of time to try and make a move to big law with such few years of experience?

Welcome to DUSI Bangalore club! From sharing news about traffic to any local questions, we can do it all here. We can even organize meet ups in offices for better networking! Isn't that why we are going back to work "Networking" 🙂

Hi All, Is there anyone from GS : Investment Banking Division - Product Management - Associate in Transaction Banking Operations ?
I have received a call for the role and would really appreciate any kind of information about the role or team. I sincerely request the community to kindly help me.

What are the best HH spots for women to meet men in Financial District? Mention peak time as well as location

What all perks do you get being a part of Barclays India??

Need refrel for sap basis and hana consultant having 6+ years of experience

How to switch practice areas? I’ve been in immigration for 3 years now and need a change. How do you convince employers you’re a good fit for a role you don’t have any experience with?

What’s your take on Lydecker? What is the culture? Market salary? Expectation on billable hours? Mentorship? Etc.?

Has anyone taken  ACAMS Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS)? Any comments/ reviews? How has it enhanced your employability? Why did you take the CGSS?

What is a typical starting rate that young attorneys charge for per diem side work? First or second year lawyers should ask for what? Client is a big firm.

Anyone have any affordable case management software recommendations? I’m looking for something a bit non-traditional as I work for a small nonprofit. Ideally the software would involve document organization/access as well as like a running “log” for folks to post relevant events or work completed for the file.

Mid-level associate at a mid-size regional insurance defense firm practicing coverage litigation. Salary is capped b/c my firm only does I.D./coverage and has no direct-hire comm clients. Second round of interviews with a comm lit boutique where I would be the only associate with 5 partners. Other than partner track, salary/benefits, and switching from coverage to general comm lit, what qualities of the move should I be thinking about as I weigh my options? I've never worked at another firm.

What do you do about computer problems? It just took me 24 minutes to send a .1 email due to my computer constantly freezing. Is it worth entering that time into non-billable? Or do I just stop whining and work longer to make it up?

Best divorce lawyer in NYC?

Firm announced flexible come and go as you see fit approach to coming back to office. Partner I work for said I need to be in office 4-5 days a week anyway. Thoughts?

Any advice on how to deal with a partner/boss who is shifting all responsibility to me with zero guidance, no mentoring, and an unwillingness to discuss the issues? (Small firm, only associate under this partner and have been working at the firm for 2 years). There are an increasing number of passive aggressive comments from the partner who expects to be completely hands off once the case lands on my desk. Wants me to figure it all out despite cases being from different areas of law.

How do you wind down after a rough day?

I'm a long time prosecutor getting into the ID game and billable hours. Are there any resources out there that can help me get more effective/efficient without spending months/years learning the hard way? Some days I'm at the office 10 hours, took virtually no breaks and yet only bill 7. 🤬

Those who are voluntarily returning to the office — how often are you going and what days seem to work for you? Looking to slowly incorporate a few days here and there for change of scenery etc. — will add there is no pressure to do so (yet).

Is 150 billable hours per month little/average/a lot?

What is the most “do as I say, not as I do” thing you’ve been told or punished/reprimaded for as an associate?

How do you properly vet a law firm? I feel the associates I speak with talk up the firm and aren’t always candid.

Any non-US lawyers who have been hired by an Am100 firm without having sat the bar? Looking for an opportunity in the US, if possible DC or NYC, and currently working for Big Law in Europe.

Would like some tips re hiring process + visa from those who have succeeded. Looking for a 1-2 year stay and open for longer term

What are your outlook organization tips?

Trying to organize my email in a way that makes stuff easy to find. I have folders but how do I make emails both sent and receive easily save to their respective folders (as opposed to dragging each one)

Or any other organization tips for better productivity Iike I just have things organized by matters. Any other categorical suggestions?

Anyone work at Stoel Rives? How’s the WLB? Wondering if the grass is any greener over there coming from big law