Former prosecutor and ins defense attorney. Moved to regulatory work for a few years to get away from the billable insanity. Friends at a reputable PI firm have asked if I’d like to come on board. Can anyone speak to experience transitioning to PI work? What do your days look like? Are you happy/is it rewarding?

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

I’ve been in pi and one question you need to ask is how are cases assigned? You need to make sure they’re giving you good value ones.

I’d also ask about overhead, which can be much higher in pi firms that advertise.

like

I do not have specific advice to share to help you with making this decision, but I do wish you the best of luck whatever you decide to do 😀

I am not a PI lawyer but I have interact many PI firms and lawyers. Like in any practice area their are all kinds. If you are joining a respect group of lawyers, you should have no problem. One good thing about the PI practice is no billable hours. As a former prosecutor, I assume you know how to put a case together. It no different in the PI area. You will have a client to represent so be aware of your responsibilities to your client. Your friends should be able to help you in introducing you to the practice. Good on your new venture in the law.

I've been doing plaintiff PI work at a couple different small firms the last few years. Obviously my experience may be different than that experienced at different or larger firms. I work 40 hours per week (or less). I never have to work weekends or evenings. Taking time off has never been a problem. It can be very rewarding to help people in need get the treatment and compensation they deserve. The only downsides are dealing with the stress of clients with unreasonable expectations and the stress of the constant fight with adjusters and opposing counsel. But as a former prosecutor and insurance defense attorney, those are things you would be very familiar with and probably have a lot of experience dealing with anyway.

Good advice

Depends on your arrangement. If you’re just an associate paid salary you’ll see lower numbers with sporadic bonuses. Otherwise it’s common to have few agreements where you get 33% of pre settlement after any expenses and subro, slightly more if trial which can be nice if you have good cases.

So like most law firms the benefits kick in with partner/shareholder status. I assume that’s when the real money becomes possible.

like

Related Posts

Which kind of work we have in Nagarro's AMS BU. is it a monitoring support kind of business unit and any scope of learning in this unit for a DevOps engineers?

Hello FISHES I have just completed my one year in Cognizant Want to start my career in data analytics, in cognizant my domain was NOT data analytics

I am 2021 Mechanical engineering graduate

like

Are the recent economic troubles translating to slower hiring or lower salaries in life sciences industry? I want to transition to industry this year but am worried it may not be the best time to.

like

Ill have my 2 years a bit before busy season starts. Really not satisfied where I am with my local firm, thinking about a jump to big 4. I'm thinking due to timing, that's a bad move before BS?

like

Has anyone successfully made the transition from IBD as an analyst/associate directly to MBB consulting without an MBA? Currently trying to make this move - any advice would be much appreciated. Thanks!

like

What is the most useful technical or soft skills for any mechanical engineer to have where you work? I’m curious to know what really matters for everyone and what makes a big impact on the team and business.

Specifics if you can; CAD tools, simulation, CAD speed or proficiency, industry or standards knowledge, GD&T, certifications, Microsoft Excel, presentation skills, technical writing, project management, self organization, great communication, teaching ability, relationship building, etc.

Is operational risk for a large bank a good opportunity?

like

Hi..YOE-4 years (Frontend developer)I m strong in html,css, bootstrap,javascript,django.But reactjs i m working for past 1 year and i m not that much confident on react because I don't have that much hands on in reactjs. Bcz in my project they use very basic react project like landing page. So I don't know that much react. Now my question is I got offer in HCL,Capgemini,Cognizant. Can i survive in this company with less knowledge in react. Pls help by suggesting any advise what step i can take?

like

Going to be graduating with a TS clearance. How valuable is this? How much can I leverage this coming straight out of college? What should I look into?

Interested in web design and just programming in general. Have a lot of experience with Python, Java, JS, SQL.

Not scared of a leadership role.

like

I am currently obtaining my masters of science in Human Resources at USC, hv a PHR -SHRM certificate in Human Resources and a bachelors in communication with minor in business. I have about one year work experience… is applying for Human Resources management out of the question? In southern Cali.

like

Are still photographers ever employed full time, or is this a contract thing only? I’m currently a writer but really want to switch to making the work. My focus is in portraiture, and I don’t do video. Any thoughts or ideas would be appreciated on how to make the switch. Based in Chicago, BTW.

like

What inspired everyone here to pursue a career in law enforcement?

like

Any insight on getting MBA from mendoza as far as prospects for transitioning into a post-mba strategy consulting role? It’s ranked outside the top 15 but from research seems like it still sends plenty of grads to top consulting firms (not MBB)

likefunny

Partners - how do you feel about the forced retirement age at many of our firms? Are you counting down the days or trying to find a second/third act to your career? Would you stay longer if you could?

like

Thoughts on the Professional Certified Marketer (PCM) certification? Hoping to add some more certifications on my CV for director of strategy roles. Thank you!

like

Currently I'm a recent university graduate with a degree in Management Information Systems. I work in my family's business as an administrative assistant. I've 0 experience in IT (only book stuff) and I've been wanting to enter but all I get are assistant positions which is not my goal (those entry level job reqs are INSANE). As the first grad in my family I'm in desperate need of orientation. Any books/tips? Thank you!!

like

Asian (senior) at EY, what are my chances for M7?

like

Some question around designation at JP . A 601 is called associate or is it sr. Associate? And 602 is sr. Associate or associate VP? What about 603

like

Who here has any advice on how to get into marketing at age 40?

like

About me: Water engineering/treatment and power plant performance experience for nearly 10 years. Just about finished completing my sustainability science masters (physics undergrad) and have my PMP cert. (water and chemistry projects, carbon capture and energy storage r&d - plenty of side projects but not my main job responsibility or title). I’m trying to pívot to a tech or consulting sus. position and trying to find how to properly brand myself to show the value I can bring. Can use advice!

like

More Posts

Anyone know what a realistic price one would expect for a brand new Lange 1815 Up Down through AD? Also, anything else in the same ball park I should be considering? I’m Looking for a rose gold piece under 38 mm. The ALS is slightly pushing that.

like

Loving the green 😋

Post Photo
likeuplifting

Market Sizing Q (show your working): How many people in England could/would download and use (at least once) a mobile app that lets them make their own memes?

like

I have completed TR and MR in two days. How long does it take for HR to get back at me?

like

Can anyone confirm the Senior Manager pay band at Deloitte UK (MCS)? Thanks!

like

Anyone know what working at the Federal Reserve is like? Also do I need any prior experience to work there as a senior business systems analyst?

like

Who else here is part of the crazy email going on?

like

I’m currently a maxed out GS-15 Step 10. Masters degree is Electrical/Computer Engineering, but now a Program Manager for a high visibility area. I have 10 years to reach full retirement age (57). Why do I feel like I’m limiting myself? What would the pros and cons be of seeking private industry employment at this point? What would an equivalent salary be taking into account pension, etc? Anyone else been in, or is in this situation?

like

Working as a ServiceNow developer.
YoE - 4.5yrs
CTC - 10 Lpa
Got an offer from
Gartner Bengaluru for 14lpa+5% variable. Should I negotiate more??

like

Would a 3 year international rotation help or hurt me if I want to stay for the long term?

like

Random question but does rolling off a project for whatever reason affect overall performance and promotions in the your consultancy?

like

Curious what other international sales engineers make? Been with my company 8 years (it was my first “big kid job” and I’ve put-survived my last 3 bosses to firing/quitting. I’ve also inherited all their sales duties and went from a sales team of 2 to 4 to 3 and now just me! I make $75K plus $25K at target. Target was set when there was myself & two managers. I’ve hit target against all odds.

like

What is the most ridiculous research topic you have ever come across?

like

For those of you who faked having children during this WFH period to establish some sort of WLB or whatever other reason… how are you going to spin it when we go back to the office/ client site?

like

Recent graduate with Bachelors of Health Science in Workplace Health and Wellness. Currently working in a Healthcare job but as a client service coordinator. Really would like to get a job in my field. If anyone has suggestions/recommendations please share. Within GTA would be great if not, remote anywhere works.

Big audit teams or small audit teams? And why? I say small

like

Hello Fishes,
I am looking for position in Product Ownerships /Business Analysis /Product Management role.
I can join immediately.

Any advice on how to give two weeks notice to a boss that your really like?

likehelpful

Hi

We have openings in Accenture Mumbai Customer service roles for voice process

UK shift
Rotational Shifts and off
Immediate joining

If you or someone else is looking out for a job please let me know

like

How do clearance checks work with dating people through Hinge, Bumble, etc.? Texted with a girl from China working in DC for a few months during the pandemic, and had one irl date, but haven’t spoken to her in over a year (frankly forget her last name). How much of an issue will this be on my clearance investigation?

like

Additional Posts in Law

Has anyone used Todoist? Similar apps? My work is very self-directed and I’m trying to find a way to best manage the workload.

like

I am working with a partner that assigns highly complex projects with a lot of responsibility but then gets angry and impatient when I ask questions or bill longer trying to figure things out on my own. It’s a lose lose. Any advice?

like

Anyone know a good private bank for lawyers? Citi is the only one I’ve heard about that caters to lawyers.

like

Any idea what partners practicing family law make? The ones at more prominent firms with bigger practices (not small firms or sole practitioners).

like

Can people who have lateraled to other firms describe why you lateraled and when you did in your career? And if your new firm is a better, the same or worse situation than your previous firm?

like

How many hours did you guys bill on your last two weeks at a firm? I just came off of a busy last month and don’t have many deadlines coming up so my time is going to be super low for my last two weeks. I am worried firm will think I am purposely not working bc I put in my two weeks. I don’t want to leave a bad impression. 😖

like

Just started a new gig with a small defense firm 2 months ago and got the first bonus and raise of my 5-year career (2.5 years in state govt, 2 years debtor-side BK). It’s only $500/$2,500 respectively, but I’m just happy to get something at all only being here 2 months. I quit my BK firm way back in April so it’s nice to feel like I’m on the right track finally. Here’s to a great 2022, y’all❤️

likeuplifting

I have a 6 month old, and I am 6.5 years out from law school. I would like to start trying to have another kid at the end of this year but feel if I wait a couple of more years to switch firms, no one will consider me since I'll be 8.5-9 years out and trying to break into a new practice area. I am going on 36.5 years old. I don't want to leave now and tell any that I am pregnant within the first year but I also don't want to leave immediately after I return from maternity leave. I feel stuck.

like

I graduated from law school in 2007, went to big law and was laid off in 2009 due to the Great Recession. I went back to school and got my LLM in tax, after a stint at big 4, I got back into big law but was asked to start over as a first year. Years later, close to partnership and being mentored in that direction, I lost my job due to something completely out of my control that I can’t get into. I always wanted to make partner, but I’m struggling at my new firm with not enough work (p. 1)

like

European jurisdiction qualified lawyer here.

In serious need of shaking up my personal life. Considering moving across the pond into US/Canada.

Any advice and/or tips on how to get around the market and who to speak to (namely any recommended headhunters for specialty cases like this one)?

Thanks!

like

Anyone out there trying to be a rainmaker during the pandemic and succeeding?

like

Applying for jobs in government after a short stint in big law. Every job seems to ask for references. Who should I list? Are law school professors OK? Do I have to list folks at my firm? I don’t want them knowing that I might leave.

likesmart

Have any of you read Marcus Aurelius where he writes that our path in life as humans is work? Eff. It’s like he was channeling his inner law firm partner.

likefunny

Anyone have any recommended resoueces/treatises for Washington state employment law?

like

I have an opportunity to move into a CCO role for a subsidiary of a highly respected / major financial institution. Thoughts on this in terms of career trajectory, how it looks on a CV, ability to transition back into a legal / GC role down the road, etc.? Any input would be very much appreciated.

like

Cooley LLP White & Case

like

to all american 🐠: do you have an idea if theres gonna be a lift on the travel ban from europe to the US anytime soon under Biden? i urgently need to go to NM in April. Any tips on how to get in would be helpful!

like