How can I get in with corporate without the proper experience?

I was paralegal assistant for 2 years at a PI firm, got my paralegal AA degree, promoted to lit paralegal. I have about 10 months of lit experience. I love the experience and I love my boss for teaching me the ropes, but my heart's not in PI. I'm more interested in contract law and the transcational side. I want to be able to learn more and I feel like I need to start now.

I want to learn as much as possible about digital marketing as I can. Can I get pointed to your favorite resources to learn from? I’m open to free and paid options, I want to get the most up-to-date and future-proof knowledge I possibly can

Healthcare isn’t for me anymore. Looking for something less stressful. Has anyone left, and are you happy? I would love some advice and direction to a new career :)

Integrated AMD, seeking switch to publisher side. Any recommendations ?

Hello Fishes,

Are all GDS staff 4 going to get promoted to senior in Mid Year Promotions?

Any idea who all are eligible for this?

Is it possible for someone without a degree or tech experience to get a fully remote entry level SDR or BDR role? If so, how? My sister’s boyfriend was fairly successful at a call center a few years ago but has only worked low wage jobs since. Any steady job would be a step up. My current employer wants 2+ YOE in a “professional environment” for the BDR role, which would likely be a barrier even with a referral.

How long does it take to move up from associate to senior- on average. Considering performance is good.

Trying to transition to finance (something investment related). Any ex-consultants who made the jump, please advice.

Hey All - can anyone explain what would Google's computing resources mean especially in terms of supply chain management? Your inputs on this will be helpful in bringing me closer to my dream company. Thanks in advance.

Been working in healthcare (some pharma and some not-so-heavy shit) for 4+ years and have minimal experience on “regular” brands. Can I ever get out of healthcare and be taken seriously creatively?

Trying to get an investment job in Toronto as a new immigrant. I have 4 yoe in consulting, investor searching and financial service (risk). Currently working at call center to get local experience (bilingual), opportunities for internal transfer, while preparing for CFA 3 Feb 2023. Any ideas what to prepare in extra?

Are exit opportunities different for tax M&A lawyers coming from Big4 vs big law?

How would you recommend moving from recruiting into a learning and development role?

Maybe you guys can help, i want to get into tech but I can’t code, how can I effectively make that switch? I’m 40 and have been running my own business with my wife since COVID but it’s at a point where I can step away a little and do something different I’ve always wanted to do. Any advice?

I’m a tax senior 1 (will be a senior 2 in October) and just got an offer with a 26% raise at a large public company on their provision team. There’s also an aspect of FP&A and helping with transactions so not strictly tax. All seems super interesting and the team seems great. I really like my EY team and my counselor has talked to me about an early manager promo next year but have never intended to be a PA lifer. Any reason I shouldn’t take it?

Jack of all trades master of none Looking for career advise.

I've got into tech about 5 years ago since then I've worked in SQL, excel, database administration, PowerShell, html, some python, shell, SharePoint, power automate, power apps, various apis and other software.

I feel like I just keep taking on small bits of information/skills but never get specialized. Does anyone have any suggestions on where to go from here or been in a similar situation?

Thank you for your insight.

I want to start looking at exit opportunities but want to first prep and be ready for the interviews.

I plan on moving to MBB or to junior PM roles.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

TC: 100K
YOE: 1
Location: NYC

Can anyone offer a legitimate downside to going to A&M from B4?

MBB offices for tech cases, low COL?
Currently working in tech, leaving for MBA ideally followed by MBB. Thinking ahead because of pre MBA events and long term partner. Paying sticker for MBA with loans, partner in school for 2-3 years after MBA. Which offices should I consider to build quick NW/pay off debt, build strong network in tech in/outside the firm, provide QOL similar to my unconstrained choices (LA or NYC)?

Can I be fired for constantly getting same feedback from my engagement managers that I need to pay attention to details? How do I improve on this?

I’ve reached a point where I must change or turn back

Anyone have info on MBB/Strategy& supply chain consulting? Group size, actively hiring, common backgrounds (MBA/certifications required/helpful?), project types, & interview prep tips? Looking to enter as an experienced hire. Currently a procurement financial analyst and just passed my CSCP certification. Ex-big4.

Thanks!

Aussie 🐠 here. Be aware that when you see clips/photos of the Sydney central station pepper spray, the police were blocking the main exits and corralling people to platforms 15 & 16 before they started spraying.
I’ve seen a lot of media portray it as “people who refused to leave after the peaceful LEGAL protest finished” (implying that this was illegal and not peaceful) but... why were they at central station then? Maybe they were waiting for trains to go home?

Just ended my 1.5 year long distance relationship with my boyfriend. I had been getting bored over the last few months and found myself questioning if he could be my “one.” I am 23 and am just starting my new job with GS and moving back to NYC. I am confident in my decision, do you all agree? I needed a clean slate for work so I can dedicate myself and not always be traveling to see someone who is still in college/has no career direction. Any advice welcome!

What’s your PTO for the first year at a new company?

That moment when your coworker says he's seriously thinking of driving for UBER on weekend nights for extra cash. Is he overreacting or are we on a sinking ship?

What corporate/commercial banking position can a financial advisor transition to while still preserving VP title and compensation??

does anyone else think accounting has a more rigorous courseload than finance at the undergraduate level? yet the ones who major in the latter get the higher paying jobs afterwards

Office relationship - yes or no? She's great but how would I even figure out if she is okay dating a colleague?

Looking to buy a condo or townhouse in downtown or midtown. Confused which option may be better. I am concerned of sudden loss of equity if market crashes; which one is a safer option. Any good realtor recommendations feel free to share or DM me HHI ~500k Max down payment 225k

Reunited with an ex and things moved very fast with the two of us spending a lot of time and nights together but we waited to consummate the “relationship”. Recently, he shared that he wasn’t in a position to be in a relationship right now and felt like he didn’t have enough to offer me but he cared deeply for me and was very attracted to me. Admittedly, he isn’t financially well-off and is heading back to school to finish his degree (we’re in our 30s) but it still hurts a lot.

More layoffs at Deloitte making me wonder if I chose the right firm. #whyohwhyhaveyouforsakenmedaddyD #ithoughtseniorlevelandaboveweresafe

Any openings for a commercial/corporate counsel in East Bay- near San Ramon?

Are there any Los Angeles paralegals in this bowl with experience in complex trials? I’m looking to share my woes of dealing with a case with more than 10k exhibits that will never see the light of day on trial. 🫠

I’m also looking to insight for how you handled providing the court with exhibits admitted. I suppose we will find out at the FSC, but I am posting this to find out in advance.

What other types of Paralegal positions are out there? I’m an experienced criminal and family law paralegal in Hampton VA

Accepted an in-house position yesterday. I’m so excited! I’ve been in private practice my entire career. Any tips? So excited to not bill anymore.

Hi all! I recently made a change from HR to legal. I am now a paralegal II - Immigration specialist making 65-70k hourly base for a fortune 100 company. My office is situated in Missouri. Was this a good offer?

Hi everyone. Is it typical for the attorney to take credit for the work a paralegal does? An example: I gave some ideas about deposition questions and some observations I made (I was asked about giving suggestions) regarding a witness and the attorney mentioned that he’s the one that had these great questions/observations. Zero credit or thank you for the work I did.

Any FINRA paralegals here? How do they assess promotion and/or decision to offer a permanent role after the 6 months contract?

Hello! I hope everyone's weekend is going well.

I was wondering if it is a red flag if a legal recruiter from a law firm reaches out to me on the weekend for an in-person interview on the early weekday.

Thank you so much in advance! I really appreciate it!

Average EOY bonus amount for a litigation paralegal working in biglaw? My firm is super cagey about how it’s calculated, trying to get a sense of the norm.

I am making the switch from Plaintiff to Defense. Has anyone does this? If so, what has your experience been?

Does anyone ever question the possibility of going to law school?

I’m a 23yo female legal assistant working/living in Canada. I am completing my BA in hopes of continuing with law school after. But, I just turned 23 and I’m anxious about my love life and starting a family. I haven’t had a boyfriend since 2019 and I’ve poured my heart and soul into my education & career.

I’ve always wanted to go to law school since age 14. But I also want a husband/kids. I don’t feel like I can have both.

Currently a paralegal working in ID looking to switch to risk/regulatory, how should I prepare for interviews?

Looking into obtaining an e-Discovery certification through ACEDS. Anyone done this and found it to elevate your career/salary?

If you work in-house, what type of law do you work in? And, what do your duties look like?

Is there any paralegals that receive cash bonuses? If so, how much? I have been working at this law firm for 2 years and only received $200 bonus and that was when I first got hired.

Your annual reminder to PLEASE negotiate your salary. Do your research and always know what the going rate is in your area for the positions you are applying to. I am so tired of employers low balling paralegals. Especially if you are experienced, stop taking low salaries! Being a paralegal can be a lucrative career.

The insurance company I work for outsourced a huge majority of my work to a third party, ontellus 🤮. I am not longer able to bill for NPNP, SDT and CNOS. I received 5 separate NPNPs from ontellus that either had the incorrect case style, signature block or date. I also sent out an email today after the 5th incorrect NPNP that started with “I am honestly starting to feel like I am on the show Punk’d and waiting for Ashton Kutcher to pop into my office” continued in comments..

Hello everyone. I have been working for in a firm for about 2 years in which I am the only paralegal. I must say that the people i work with are incredible however the lead attorney is completely insufferable. They call after hours constantly and love to micro manage me and other associates . We are constantly berated and are made to feel like crap. This is my first firm working as a paralegal and i need to know if this is just me and this firm. Additionally i feel as tho i am underpaid with 36k