Class of ‘20 about to put in notice once the bonus hits my account…a year at a firm made me realize I absolutely don’t want to be a lawyer. I won’t have anything lined up…wish me luck!

likeuplifting
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I personally think this is really stupid and risky, but you’ve got balls and I give you so much credit for that. Good luck on your next move. I hope you find something you enjoy!

like

Oh yeah, that totally changes things from my perspective. I was drowning in student loans as a junior. Your finances probably look more like mine now, in which case I change my comment to hell yeah! I’d love to hear what you end up doing.

like

U sure u don't want to try a different firm / group?

like

If you don’t have financial obligations that necessitate you staying, get out now but I would consider just coasting while you explore other opportunities so you don’t end up high and dry for too long

like

Just coast for a few months. Turn down matters, take vacation days even if you’re not going anywhere, etc. all while searching for what you’ll do next. In my experience, anyone could coast in big law for 6+ months. Easy money.

like

I’m also debt free, no kids, and a 2020 grad. I have been coming very close doing this. I decided to try another firm and have told myself I am going to give it 6 months and then do the same if I am still feeling like law is not for me. I totally get it and am pretty close to certain I will end up leaving the law but figured I’d get a signing bonus and try it out. Any idea what you might do next?

like

Not sure, but I’m entertaining the idea of MBA applications in September so maybe something fairly temporary. Pro-Bono legal work if possible + something part time to hold me over until I (i) apply to business school or (ii) realize I need to get another “real job” then back to square one.

like

How does it feel to live my dream? Wishing you luck!

like

I’m quitting in April (4th year). Good for you

like

c/o 2020, also very much over the firm life. I start a federal clerkship in August so I’m quitting in May so that I can take a longer break

like

Related Posts

Hey, Any idea about @AptosRetail salary range and structure for 8 years exp professional ? Job role is Principal QA.

like

What is the salary range for Data analyst at Thoughtworks? I have overall 4 years of experience.

like

What will be the salary expected for Senior Software Engineer having 7 to 9 Years of experience in AMD xilinx or similar companies, hyderabad location?

like

Can someone tell me the salary range for Senior Practitioner Accounts Payable

like

What is the ballpark in-hand salary of a 1 yr. BOC transferring to the US from IN?

like

Where to go for career advice? I’m an audit senior, not enjoying PA, intrigued by finance/FP&A, but not sure if it’s wise to jump from PA to those due to starting over in new field/compensation impact

like

Whats the appraisal cycle period at lti and is there any mid year hike happening in 2022.

Also when do we get the bonus amount? And is it in whole or bifurcation happens ?

like

What’s salary for senior data architect in DnA? Anyone knows?

like

How's work culture at workfusion and salary range for Frontend engineer there?

Should a remote job’s salary be based on where I live or the company? For instance, I’m interviewing with a SF company for a role that has the ability to be remote (I live in portland). They gave me the “portland range” when talking about salary. What if I later on decide I no longer went to be remote but come into the office and be in SF area. What’s the typical approach with salary for jobs that can be remote?

like

Is there a website where consultants share their compensation with YOE, title, rating, etc?

like

Any partners here who worked in a midtier firm (GT/BDO/RSM) and the big four? What is
the compensation difference at the partner level?

like

What are the Pracitioner factors that go into your bonus again? Trying to get a guess. Performance, level, promotion year, what else? SC, Not up for promo, $117k, GPS HC

like

Is it the salary growth that drives you or the management (power)? I feel like after a certain level it’s all about the latter

like

I'm deciding between two offers: 1. FDD Associate at A&M (90k base + likely 30-40k annual bonus) 2. Analyst at a small boutique IB with decent deal flow (75k base + likely 50-70k annual bonus)

like

Activation/Client Service Supervisor starting to look for AMD roles; what’s the realistic salary for the position in NY or Seattle?? Have about 14+ years of total agency experience and 5 years of experience in current role.

like

What's the salary band for a Senior Manager of Product Operations in HelloFresh?

like

More Posts

Where are my fellow family office workers? Do we have our own bowl (I’m new to this app as well)?

like

Can somebody explain this to me like I'm 5: what is the difference between whole vs universal vs term life insurance, and why would I want which one? If it factors in, married, 30, no kids (yet), my income is 7x my spouse's.

like

Hi,
I received an offer as Senior QA Engineer in Coforge. The offer mentions a hike of 30℅ from my current salary, no joining bonus and I'm assigned to band 3. There is also a mention of the probation period of 6 months. Can this be considered a good offer?
YOE: 6
No other offer in hand.
Please let me know whether I should go ahead with accepting the offer.

So. MBA from a top 20 program (if that matters), working in the southeastern US with 10 years experience in private practice and hospital administration. Salary thoughts?

like

how much package i can expect with total 6 year of experience includes web API development and 2 year of AWS experience on EC2, Fargate etc (certified with AWS developer) and 3 years of Onsite experience

like

How are the appraisals in ericsson ?

like

Please guide me on this

Post Photo
like

I want to go back to work in the dental field. I was an assistant for 10+ years. I miss helping people smile. But trying to find work that I can do within school hours is so hard! Has anyone found anything that is legit work from home? Either remote treatment plan presenting or helping with scheduling? I really need something from home because my husband travels so much. I’m located outside of Chicago if that helps.

like

What are the best ways to increase my assets and decrease my liabilities? Specifically for the age range: 21–30, paying down my student debt, need to pick my next investment targets

like

Bain & Co. Assessment tips for an experienced professional?

like

Seeking employment as a Financial Analyst in the New York and New Jersey area any suggestions? Please help thank you.

like

Any Knowledge Attorneys or Professional Support Attorneys out there? Or know any? Wondering if it would be a good life choice. (I like the sound of it from the little I’ve found.)

likehelpful

Best consulting firms without the massive ego?

like

Which big tech firm among MANGA is the least political in its culture? Looking to transition to a place where PMs have a lot of ownership and build opportunities and deal with the least amount of politics

like

2021 Recruitment: What are the recruitment expectations for your firms this year? Is it going to be similar to last year with little to no recruiting in the UAE and some in KSA, or you reckon will be generally better?
My firm, a small boutique in the region, is only recruiting on a case-by-case basis this year.

like

How did you find moving to Middle East? What advice would you give to someone who’ll be moving? What would you have done differently/more?

like

Dubai 🐠 what are your favourite things to do in the region?

like

Anybody know if there is a way to automate a Gantt chart in excel when building out a roadmap? Essentially want to recreate the functionality of ms project because my client does not have project and wants a nice visual for the roadmap

like

Maybe stupid question....With global slowdown, does JPMC fire any new hires?

like

Additional Posts in Big Law

A friend was told their firm will cut ties EOY if certain things don’t improve. Friend had planned to quit in the next year anyway (to start their own business), so there is no real incentive to bend over backwards. Friend’s goal is to keep the income for a little longer, but to minimize conflict / headaches. What’s the best move here? Wait until EOY and take the severance? Give 6 / 9 / 12 months’ notice now? Is there such a thing as too much notice? Could too much notice backfire?

like

If you do billable work on a given PTO/vacation day, do you still count that day as vacation? Or do you get that vacation day "back"? Or do you only get the part that you billed "back"? (Or some other option.)

likefunny

Which is more painful: watching litigators draft contracts or transactional attorneys litigate?

likefunny

Ogletree shareholder looking for some honest, anonymous feedback from OD associates/counsel regarding the compensation/bonus email we all received earlier this week.

like

(I’m not really sure since I’m a first generation lawyer) I know clerking is generally considered a great opportunity and learning experience and prestigious (?) Is it also the case working for a Senator?

like

Today I tried to tell myself what my favorite thing of being a lawyer is, and the only thing I could think about is when the direct deposit hits every couple of weeks…

likefunny

Does your firm let you take 28-30 December off? Many of my team members won’t be working those days and I decided last minute that I’d like to travel somewhere between Christmas and the New Year.

likehelpful

How many matters is typical for one associate to handle (BL lit)? I know it is group-specific, but just trying to get a general idea. I’m a 2nd year and I am the only associate staffed on about 30 cases-meaning I keep track of all deadlines, do all day to day assignments, keep on top of following up with client/OC, and all research/drafting. Partners handle deps/court but that is about it. Is this a normal case load to be responsible for as a jr? I being dramatic by thinking this is too much?

like

Thoughts on recording meetings. In Texas and have ADHD. I’ve been recording internal meetings for the past couple of weeks and my work product has improved exponentially. I’m able to go back and listen to the directions over again. In law school I had a note that gave me permission to do this. Is this taboo in a firm?

likesmart

3rd year associate. Former fed law clerk. Working at ID firm. Doing slip and falls and wrecks. Recently received big law offer to do products. Really want to go. Gave notice to current firm. Current firm really wants me to stay, counters that it will try to get me salary as close to big law offer and give me complex work. Stay at ID firm or accept big law offer?

like

Best fall vacation destinations on a biglaw budget?

like

Any thoughts on Holland & Knight Philly office? The good the bad and the ugly please.

likehelpful

If I am hunting for a job, is BCG Attorney Search actually worth working with? They seem to be everywhere, but something about them seems scammy.

likefunny

Tips for bankruptcy associates who eventually want to move in-house? 3rd year associate in bankruptcy/restructuring group doing mainly bk lit but a few deals too. Need to stay in BL for at least another year for the money, but eventually want to move in-house. The path to in-house seems more straightforward for general commercial lit or more standard transactional practices. Any tips for someone who’s practice is a bit of a hybrid (and who will never likely do discovery or handle a depo)

like

Does anyone have experience or thoughts about life after big law (whatever that means)? I'm a third year tax associate and seriously worrying whether I've chosen a practice area that is too "niche" to find something after. Do I even want to practice law? Do I just need a vacation?? Any and all insights are welcome!

like

Name and shame the firms doing stealth lay-offs.

like

Any female lawyer who has a baby in their first year in BL? How was the experience pre and after the baby?

like

Any fellow Georgetown Hoyas alumni wanting to go to John Carroll weekend in Nashville!?

like

My firm has implemented a casual dress code through the end of the year and I’m hardcore judging everyone who is still dressing up when they come in. Who would voluntarily wear a suit or dress?

like

Did anyone here turn down an in-house role for reasons other than money? I have SEVERE cold feet about succeeding in-house and it being more stressful and “busy” than firm life. Help!

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal