Got a fed clerkship, and the last day at my law firm will sometime during the first week of May (5 weeks from now). How early is too early to give notice that I’m leaving?

Am I crazy? 6th year, inhouse my whole career, but getting interesting offers from firms. There's much more for me to do at current place, unless multiple more senior lawyers leave. Offer I'm entertaining rn: AMlaw 200 brings me in as my class year w/promotion to Sr. Assoc in Jan 2022. Got on really well w/partners and Sr. assoc I interviewed with (we went over time). Pay/benefits decent. 1800 billables. I'll learn a lot more, do stuff I've never done and 🤞be a more desirable inhouse candidate.

At Deloitte, USDC (US Development Center) how much bonus % does senior manager get? Is it fixed for all senior managers or vary by how many years in senior manager role?

Any countries allowing H1b visa stamping for Third country nationals?

Is the bench larger than normal?

Thoughts on Bo Burnham's Inside? It's honestly depressing not only in content but also to see one person create something so amazing just on their own. Here I am struggling just to make an alright ad, meanwhile I should probably just forget ads and actually make something decent instead. Sigh.

Anyone here have a crush on their boss? How do you continue to give your best to the work? Asking for a friend (seriously) 👀

Looking for unbiased opinions:
My roommate has been offered a position with Deloitte and a similar position at PwC. Pay, benefits, location. Etc. is all as wanted for both. She wants to decide who to join. I am not pushing her to join PwC coz it would be a biased opinion - but anyone here with experience at both the firms, please share your insights. Thanks!

Do you prescribe fluconazole in pregnancy? The most recent study says that it causes musculoskeletal malformations in babies.

Does anyone know if Foley offers signing bonuses? I’m in the process of interviewing for a lateral position and am wondering how to get the most of my offer.

How long does it take to get promoted in virtusa? And how much increment one should expect?

What are thoughts with regards to transitioning from a commercial banking portfolio manager at a Canadian big 5 to a strategy & transactions consultant at EY-P. Any pros and cons, does any benefits outweigh the other? Looking to hear everyone’s thoughts. So far from my research/chatting with connections it’s sounding like a step down in terms of compensation.

What are some of your favorite journals to read?

Joining the SDR team in a few weeks. Anyone else?

I'm a second year associate who really wants to switch to projects that are heavy in valuation work. Any advice on how to do that, pwc 🐟?

I’m currently a Chief of Staff (ignore post title) negotiating a new job title. The proposed from Co. that I’m working with is “Senior Manager” (mapped to “level 9”) with a lot following it to describe the team. Director is not allowable but could present “associate director”. Which carries more clout (“senior manager” vs “associate director”) at your org? Team involves digital strat, ops, implementation at well-known co and trying to reflect high level of the role but concerned SM mistranslates

What are your thoughts on “quiet quitting”?

HCL or CtS which one to join. Considering 8.5 exp would be looking for job security, wlb and onsite opportunities too.please help

Has anyone else ever dreamed in Excel? Like you're walking or flying through the cells? Made me question all of my life choices when I woke up.

Am I crazy? 6th year, inhouse my whole career, but getting interesting offers from firms. There's much more for me to do at current place, unless multiple more senior lawyers leave. Offer I'm entertaining rn: AMlaw 200 brings me in as my class year w/promotion to Sr. Assoc in Jan 2022. Got on really well w/partners and Sr. assoc I interviewed with (we went over time). Pay/benefits decent. 1800 billables. I'll learn a lot more, do stuff I've never done and 🤞be a more desirable inhouse candidate.

I feel like a lot of my colleagues who have been working for a year and a half or two years are going to new firms, breaking commitments with government agencies, etc. Is this normal? I plan on staying with my firm a long time, if the money is right and the future is bright.

How does your firm handle attorneys who go through tragedy?

One of my immediate family members had a stroke. Three days later a pipe burst at our house causing over $100k in damages and making our house unlivable. Family member spent a month in ICU then needed help once discharged and house was not livable for three months. I kept up with deadlines, taking depositions, and let partners know updates. I was scolded for not meeting hrs over the last few months - billed 153 last month.

Anyone know what Nelson Mullins pays in its Orlando office? Also, what are collections goals/billable hours goals?

Recent law grad here. At BigLaw firms, is compensation the same across practice groups? Also, is compensation the same across practice groups at midsize firms too? Thanks in advance.

Does anyone know of recruiting firms with a focus on Anti-money laundering? I’m foreign educated and newly admitted NY attorney with CAMS certification but living in Miami lol. I’m here, because my husband practices in SoFlo. Any recommendations? I don’t have any experience but have CAMS.

Anybody have any insight into Nelson Mullins both pay and culture wise? Thanks

Does anyone have insight on what salaries are like at Littler for Level 1s in Texas? I know it varies by office but a range would super helpful!

Any ideas for fun virtual activities for summer associates? Bingo, trivia night, etc.?

I moved from a family/criminal practice to insurance defense as staff counsel for a major insurer. Big jump in pay. Not sure what I should be trying to do next. Should I hire a career coach?

What does being terminated as an associate look like during WFH? Our office is having a serious drop in billable hours. If one of us was terminated, how awkward is it to get things from the office?

What would you expect 1st year to earn in Missouri (or surrounding states)? Established firm with roughly 10 attorneys.

Hanging your own shingle after biglaw. Anyone thinking about doing this? What's your practice area? When will you make the move?

My firm has laid off 25% of its attorneys and has fired all non-essential staff. I’m terrified/can’t afford to be let go. What can I do? How do I prepare for a potential lay off?

Anyone have Big Law experience in Seattle? Any firms to rave about or shy away from? Looking at Perkins Coie, Wilson Sonsini and Cooley in particular. Is it better than NYC or more of the same?

Anyone on here who works in energy/ environmental policy, regulatory affairs, or government affairs? I’m interviewing for a few Manager positions now and have been asked to give an annual base salary range. One company quoted $115K-$175K. (For reference I have ~2.5 years of experience, am located in D.C., and have a JD and MS). I would be grateful for any advice!

Advice for young attorneys dealing with non-billable workload? I’m still my first two months at my firm but a ton of the work I’m being assigned is non-billable. I understand if I’m not still fully on boarded but how are we supposed to keep up billables while being given time consuming non billable work?

Firm is considering a new document management system (currently on OpenText DM) and I’m on the committee to decide what we move to.

Top contenders are iManage and NetDocs. Anyone have complaints and/or recommendations for one vs the other?

Is it normal to have zero desire to make partner? Like I see all the decisions my partners have to make in a day and all I can think is thank god I don’t have that responsibility 😅
Is this a sign? Can I remain an associate for life?

Partner sent me an email at 3:57AM, today. Think that was the last thing to come off the desk or first thing to come off the desk?