Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP started firing junior lit associates this week. Curious to see how many make it to the merger…

Worth redeeming SPG/Mar points for stays before the two-tiered redemption changes post August 18? Seems to me like an excuse to devalue points and place redemption in a higher tier?

Can anyone recommend good investment options in Bank of America HSA account? I feel their funds are very limited compared to what I have seen from 401k and IRA. Anyone recommends your HSA account?

Does the employee get both the employer and employee contribution to PF or only own contribution to PF?

What is the best-kept secret among realtors?

What's the weekend plans ?

How do you replenish electrolytes while fasting? Looking for ideas.

Does anyone know how xoogler hiring works? I left a few years ago and am interested in some new roles.

Does the size of the deals you work on impact your exit opps? I'm considering a role at an MM firm (non-PA firm) and they mentioned the deals are usually in the $200M area of size, which I realize is smaller than big 4 deals

Hubspot is getting way too expensive for my small business and they don’t care at all that they are pricing loyal customers out. What’s a more affordable alternative?

Up and at em! ...oh wait. It's Sunday! 🙏🏽🙌🏽 <back to bed>

Curious. What's everyone's all in tax rate at year end (first and second years). Thanks. Looking for a percentage.

Is MBB serious about DEI? How is the environment for minorities (both at the bottom and top, including for East/South Asians)

Anyone ever break a lease due to the bedroom not having a window? Moved from out of state and didn’t get to tour my apartment but thought there was at least an opening somewhere to let in light. Usually illegal so i’m quite shocked.

I’m interviewing for a dream job at Under Armour. I may have to do a presentation on one of their core competencies. Does anyone have any info on what these are? I was introduced to questions about them during the interview but want to get it right!

What's the inhand salary calculation for below 2 offers(after tax)

1. 34 LPA fixed pay ( both employer and employee PF included) 12% of Basic. Total 3.2 LPA in PF deduction.

2. 36.5 LPA fixed pay ( employee pf 12% of basic and employer PF is 1800 )

My Deductions are
1. 1.5 lakhs 80c
2. 50k 80ccd
3. HRA - 22k p.m.

I’m looking for recommendations for a bench top bandsaw. I’m willing to invest in a nicer one down the line, but right now I want to keep it under $300. I mostly see Powertec, Shop Fox, or Wen. There is a $375 Grizzly I’d consider if it’s way better than the others. Any thoughts?

Are freelance designers actually valued in the field? I've been told a couple times that without agency/company backing, my work means nothing.

Any input or advice on taking the SQE exam in the UK to become a UK qualified solicitor? How much to study or any recommended prep courses? How similar is it to the NY bar? Considering taking the July exam so any and all advice is very welcome!

Woo got an offer from an Amlaw200 firm!!

6 months into my new job, I haven’t bothered to get my bio on the firm website. Head of practice asked me why. Have no excuse. How bad is this?

Give me the strength to set a boundary today and do something fun instead of waiting by my computer for emails

Do people who take parental leave multiple times as associates get pushed pack on their track to partnership? For example, at a firm with a 8 year track, would a person who took two leaves of six months each have to wait 9 years to make partner?

Pretty sure I’m about to be fired. I have an offer in hand anyway and have been on a few interviews that have gone well, and a few more lined up. Am I gonna be ok?

Was interviewing with a firm and soon after receiving an offer, learned of bad culture/toxic partners in the practice group from a couple of associates who recently lateraled from the firm. I turned the offer down. A partner that I clicked with while interviewing reached out asking me why I turned down the offer. Should I be honest and relay what I heard?

I’d rather quit than revise this agreement.

Which firms that pay market have no hours requirements for bonus?

Anyone know the average associate hours billed at Gunderson?

I hate this job. That is all.

What responsibilities should a litigation associate have by their second year?

If you’re ever feeling like BigLaw is pigeonholing your career, just remember that Rep. Liz Cheney started her career as a project finance associate at White & Case from 1996-1999.

In what sort of situations would one be conflicted out of lateraling to a firm after reviving an offer? I.e., how do conflict checks work?

Why is Latham’s website so ugly?

Anyone know someone who moved from BigLaw to BigFour consulting? What’s the major differences, other than I assume a large paycut?

How far off market is Greenberg? 5th year litigation in Texas.

Interested in investing in a rental property in the next couple of years but don't know where to start. Any tips or recommendations for resources would be greatly appreciated. TIA!

I am a second year associate and am considering a lateral move. I have an interview on Friday and a few more in the coming weeks… does anyone have advice on what are good questions to ask the firms during my interviews?

What is the next step to take as a 5th year to add value to sr associates, partners, and client? How do I make my skills jumó and differentiate from the pack?