Had an interview the other day, all-white firm, few women (typical for my area of practice in the south).

I'm a mixed woman of color, and out of nowhere, one of the partners goes on a rant about how he's "not racist" (regarding public backlash concerning litigation he was part of).

Immediately, I thought, "hard pass". I don't need to know the full story. If an old, white person feels the need to defend themself in an interview when the topic of conversation was nowhere near it, run.

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

💯

like

Ok that's weird...like, really weird. You definitely dodged a bullet!! Personally better for it to happen in the interview phase vs once you got hired...

like

exactly my thoughts! I already felt uneasy during the interview before the "racist" comment. so when the rant started I was like, say no more! I've seen enough 😂

likefunny

I'd say you made the right decision. Sounds like you dodged a world full of micro aggressions and uncomfortable conversations

like

I think so too!

Lmao I hate when white people do this shit. I’ve been sitting at a bar alone and old white men have come up and started with “I’m not racist…” 0% chance it’s not followed up by something racist.

like

literally telling on themselves

Good for you. Idk if I have the guts to say no flat out like that yet but I sure I hope I do with a few more years. I'd probably be trying to estimate how many more years he has left at the firm though

like

I played it off in the interview. but when they emailed me an offer, I politely declined.

Related Posts

Hi Fishes,
My total experience is 5 in QA, I attended Deloitte interview. First round was technical and it went quite well, they asked lot of theory questions. I answered few and quite I was not sure of answers. She gave feedback like my communication and confidence level is good and project wise I'm having good knowledge and coming to concept wise it's not upto the mark for experience. So my query is will they call me for next round?I really wanna get selected since Deloitte is mydream company

like

What are some strategies for a current 3L looking for a job to overcome many jobs asking for several years of experience? Should I even apply? I have some experience from internships, but is it enough

like

Who are the best creative recruiters in Amsterdam? Any help is much appreciated! Thanks

like
like

Recommendations for a great L&E big law recruiter in NYC?

like

What’s the proper etiquette for telling your team that you’ll be switching service lines?

like

Got a referral to BCG and still haven’t had anybody follow up to screen or interview me. It’s been two weeks now. Lol do I give up all hope? How long does this usually take?

like

McKinsey & Company Hi! Looking for pointers for a technical assessment with MCK.. i am interviewing in their cyber risk group- I am a manager but don’t have “direct” experience in cyber but work with GRC. Looking for suggestions to review any specific technical topics/ leading practices.McKinsey & Company

like

Is it a bad to tell new case team members you’re a little more introverted? We do these team normings in the beginning of projects and I’ve mentioned that I’m more introverted to help them understand how to collaborate better with me. I feel like it helps especially during remote work. However, I’m debating if I should stop because people might judge me negatively. Thoughts?

like

Has anyone ever worked with a recruiter/headhunter? Are there any pr/mar comms focused firms you'd recommend?

like

What is Nagarro's Director round?
I had first technical round today... lasted more than 90 minutes. Next I am supposed to have DM round.

Nagarro

like

I graduated from JMLS about 15 years ago. Been a long time since I had to update my resume, but now I do. Should I keep the name as-is or change it to UIC Law?

Men’s style question: what type of shirts should I get? Oxford vs. poplin, button collar vs spread? My office is pretty casual. I mostly wear Lululemon pants or jeans and white sneakers. I never wear a tie.

like

Who is currently on a hiring freeze?

like

Feeling like it's only a matter of time before I have to tell the new marketing dept head that the snazzy jargon just makes him sound like a tryhard and alienates our customer base

like

Hi

I have got an opportunity for interview in mearsk for sap atr fico S4 Hana consultant , please let me know the interview process.

I am having total experience of 8+ yrs and relevant of 6+ years what salary can I expect and which level will be suitable for joining .

Genuine suggestions needed please.

Thanks in advance .

Hi fishes.
Any interview questions suggestions for third party risk assessment would be appreciated.

How do you deal with imposter syndrome? I'm a new therapist and I work with a bunch of women who have been doing this for ages. They're all really sweet, but I can't help feeling like I'm way out of my league. I mostly see younger clients which I guess works in my favor, but I just feel like I'm totally incompetent compared to the women I work with.

like

How to prep for Project Manager onsite interview?

like

More Posts

What is the salary range for b2 in Wipro?

Received a verbal offer for an Strategy and Operations Associate role at the big tech for SF.

Base: 140k TCO: 175k

Total 8 YOE (3 Engg, 5 Consulting)

waiting for another comparable offer to negotiate, looking for suggestions on what is the right negotiation number.

like

If someone recently got promoted in FIS Global let's say from P2 to P3, what approximate percent of salary increase you got?
Or i should rather ask what how much salary can we expect if Pay band increases here at FIS Global ?
Any inputs are appreciated 👍
Thanks.

like

Hello Fishes
Currently I am in a Pharma Procurement for Finished Dosage Forms with 7 YoE and with salary of 23 lakhs/ annum . What should I do to enhance my skills and my salary

Can I file for EAD renewal more than 180 days in advance?
USCIS say we “generally speaking shouldn’t file for it with more than 180 days in advance” – but I’m asking if there’s any harm in doing so. I don’t want my 2019 EAD nightmare to happen again.

like

Why do we always tell people “Be the best version of yourself before starting a relationship?”
I feel this is wrong…first, if you’re someone who constantly wants to be better, this doesn’t work. Also, what happens when you’re going through things and you’re not the best version? What happens is…the going gets tough and then one person leaves the other.

like

Is 36 too late to join IB as an associate? Alternatively, can stay in my industry (not banking) as manager.

like

What salary can someone expect in Salesforce as a Salesforce release manager?

like

Help! With the season change my face is so dry. Even after moisturizer it looks like my foundation was applied on top of snakeskin. Any suggestions for moisturizers or something else to help?

likehelpful

Hi Fishes, I'm a SDET with 6 years of experience in Python Automation with Selenium having multiple offers. Can anyone please help me to choose one best offer from below with respect to work culture, flexible hours, wlb for female employees?

Zesta Solutions - 19 LPA (10% VP) & Hybrid
Unify Technologies - 20 LPA Fixed & WFH
EY - 20 LPA Fixed & Hybrid
Concentrix - 20 LPA Fixed & WFH
Global logic - 26 LPA Fixed & Hybrid
Value labs - 26 LPA Fixed & WFH
Cyber ark - 30 LPA Fixed & Hybrid

like

What’s the biggest point of pain for you Indy’s, that tech or other services hasn’t fixed yet?

like

I teach freshmen who haven't met the only other single teacher in my department. Today, I asked one of them to take something to him and immediately kids started talking about how we were dating. Ugh.

like

Thoughtworks Hiring!!!

Use Google Form Link (in Comment Section) to send your resume for referral.

Post Photo
like

Weekly Hot take, the lack of couch Co-op is the reason gaming doesn't feel like it hits the same. I miss the days of bringing over the crew to play a game that isn't smash bros. One of my best memories is playing Tower fall with my college friends in my dorm.

like

Chicago personal injury/med mal 1-3 year associates: how much is your base salary before commission?

like
like

Looking for talented AWS DevOps Engineer with the below skills for a position in NTT Data India who can join in less than or in a month. 100% remote opportunity. If interested , lets connect.

Advanced Terraform
AWS - Hands On with Common AWS Services
Networking
Ability to program in 1 OOP language
Strong SHELL scripting

like

Does NTT middle East hire temporary employees and if so is it trust worthy to Pursue that?

like

Additional Posts in Attorneys of Color

With all that is going on, has anyone seen any positive changes in their organization?

like

Thoughts on whether DC or NYC is a better place to be as an attorney of color?

like

Starting at a new firm, What can I do to leave a good first impression?

like

Today is the first day of the new work week! What are your goals for this week?

like

Roo to my bruhs. Happy founders day

Post Photo
like

What album can you listen to with no skips?

like

Any one here based out in the Middle East? If so, what's your experience. Would you recommend it. I am 32F - African Descent planning to relocate to the UAE.

like

I saw that Orrick had an Attorney's of Color retreat in New York. Does anyone work there who can speak on how it was? If not, is there a retreat/coalition/group for Attorney's of Color at your firm?

like

Kind of a quick rant. I did a quick search through some firms websites because I am thinking of switching jobs. It is definitely clear most firms still do not embrace diversity. I know diverse applicants must be just as qualified! So what is keeping attorneys of color out?? It’s so discouraging.

like

Are y’all finding your white male bosses to be incompetent as hell or is just me? And they will milk you for all your brilliance and try to squeeze every ounce of labor out of you.

like

Ketanji did not come to play! Came out of the gate ready to fight and turn these racist arguments on their heads. The way she was dropping 14th Amendment bombs on that man made me so happy. And this is only her first day. I just hope they protect her well.

likeuplifting

Can someone please explain to me what imposter syndrome is? Apparently I should have it because I’m not white (according to all of the posts I see on LinkedIn about it).

likeuplifting

Hey all, I’m starting a new job soon (in 2 weeks to be exact), but I haven’t been contacted by the firm. Should I be concerned?

like

I feel like I'm going through really bad imposter syndrome, How do you manage it ?

like

What was your experience with the LSAT? Do you think it's gatekeeping, preventing students who can't afford it (often people of color) from entering the field? OR is it helping future attorney's of color by giving them a chance to go to a top school regardless of grades? I've seen questions about the LSAT all day and just want to know how people feel.

likesmart

2019 grad and I was just asked for my law school transcripts at the end of a interview..is this normal??

like

My work quality is slipping due to brain fog and mental health issues and I don’t know how to address it with my firm or who to go to. I was considered one of the best associates in our practice group, but now it can take me 3-4x the time to write an average brief. I can’t seem to think and organize my thoughts any more. This is incredibly scary bc obvi, that’s what this job is all about. I’m in IP litigation at a V50 firm and a mom. Do I raise it with partners and how?

like

I’m a newly barred attorney in Atlanta, Ga and I need two things: (1) a mentor who has time to be a mentor; and (2) a job opportunity. I am open to being a staff attorney or junior associate. CAN YALL HELP ME PLEASE?!?

like

What are the chances of getting a lower offer because you're POC applying at a fairly large law firm? Not big law or anything but still. Friend and I both got offers, came out of the same school and have very similar internship experience. He's white and I'm not, his offer is significantly higher. How low is low enough to walk away?

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