How long does it typically take to ramp up as a mid-level lateral? I’ve gotten maybe 5 hours of billable work since I started 3 weeks ago…

Most billable hours in a day (within 24 hours)? Mine has been 20 and I’ve hit that 2x this year.

Have any of you taken "low bono" clients while working at a firm? I want to take on a low bono client or two but not sure who would get the money. This is a contract opportunity through a non profit so I'm assuming a 1099 will be issued. The per hour rate is significantly less than my billable rate. I would (obviously) like the money but my real objective is just getting experience/networking since I recently moved to a new state and don't have clients of my own.

Obligatory financial info post. 1) size of firm, 2) billable requirements, 3) salary, 4) bonus, 5) quality of life, 6) debt, and and 7) family/married/single. Go!

Did the billable hours bonus not get paid out today? Or is it to be paid in the next check?

I am a 10 yr lawyer. 7 yrs in my practice area. Little over a year at current firm. Still an associate. Im at large plaintiff firm w/ billable requirements. I do mass/class cases and hold a couple leadership positions (these were competitive to get). What should salary be and when should I make partner. I’ll add I work remote and pretty autonomously. Little contact with partners or anyone at my firm.

Class of 2019. Missed my billable goal for bonus by literally 8 hours. However, I brought in $20k worth of business, got excellent reviews across the board in my Evals, and fully comply with the firms RTO policy (which they’ve been stressing hard.) however, despite all that I didn’t get any bonus. Should I be more pissed than I am?

Received a job offer. Was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on a concern I had about it. It's an entry level position, and I don't have much experience. The billables are 2040 a year. For billable hours in civil litigation and insurance defense, is 2040 hours for a 1st year associate on the high end in this field for a small or midsize firm? It seems like most attorneys I know have minimum requirements of around 1800. The compensation is around 80k a year.

Tasked with improving our Consulting groups time reporting rules (non-billable and billable hours). Fellow consultants, any recommendations or thoughts on how to revamp business rules?

How many billable hours do people in prosecution tend to average each month? I’ve gone through waves of feeling like my billable hours requirement is reasonable to feeling like I’m drowning and can’t possibly do it for that long.

M&A folks: What amount of billable time is appropriate to draft a pre-LOI NDA? Small deal (under $50 million).

Does anyone have experience working for a ALSP? How does compensation work (pay and benefits)? Are you an employee or technically an IC? Do you have billable requirements like at a firm? How do you think it prepared you to potentially move in house? I'm currently at a firm but thinking of taking a position with an ALSP but my goal is to go in house.

Looking to leave a govt job for a junior attorney role in a small workers comp defense firm. I have no experience in workers comp. How easy is it to learn the work and make 1850 billable hours? What future opportunities does this experience give?

Is it just me or the average billable work in infrastructure transactions has blown off steam in the last couple of weeks?

I started at a new firm this year in January. I had a billable goal that was given to me mid year of around 1750 house for the year. I am nowhere near that and definitely will not meet the goal. I had so many non billable hours I was forced to take when I first came in. I worked my ass off in busy season. At my previous firm I never fell short of hours as it was B4. This firm is mid sized and more focused on WLB. My question is how bad do you think this will affect my comp??

I started my first in-house role about 4 months ago and I don’t think it’s the right fit. I love the no billable hours aspect, but otherwise I miss the structure of being at a firm. How long do you think I should try to stick this out before I move on? I want to give the job a real shot - and i know the transition to in-house can be jarring…but I also don’t want to spend too much time in a job that is a wrong fit.

Anyone else completely mail it in after giving their 2 weeks? Major senioritis for me rn. Probably had 2 billable hours today. Maybe

Is 180 billable hours per month a high “target” (to use the firm’s vernacular) or expectation?Although it may not be unreasonably high, I believe it is a high number and would at least appreciate someone at my firm acknowledging that. Perhaps I’m wrong and I’m sure you’ll tell me if so.

2nd day straight with zero billable work. The end is near

I work small (tiny) law. I make mid-100s, so not great salary, but my firm is so laid back. If I bill 1000 hours, that's fine (we were a remote firm before COVID made it cool). Compared to all my peers getting crushed under 1800+ billable requirements, I've got severe imposter's syndrome. Did I do something right or have I set myself up for failure by avoiding the pressure cooker? (I was at a firm for 2 years that was 1800+.) Curious as to thoughts/experiences.

Was looking for some feedback on a work situation I'm currently in.

I understand it's consulting work but:
- I've had very little actually billable work to do for over 3 months.
- There is ongoing pressure on the content of timesheets despite the lack of work
- When there is work, it's always underquoted for time, so it always requires out of hours work
- When I tell my bosses I have nothing to do they will often be over 24 hours in responding.

Is it time to cut my losses here and move on?

So I'm switching from paid search and thinking of working for Ogilvy & Mathers as an assistant media planner..Any thoughts or suggestions?

Can we come up with a new “New Year, New You” slogan?

Went out of my way to use the words “titillating” and “titular” 25 times in a preso today. My CDs face was a cross between wanting to strangle me and trying really hard not to laugh. Think i nailed it

I have been offered a designation of 'Senior Associate Consultant'. Is it equivalent to Technology Analyst?

How is assistant manager-processing GSC’s? What is the salary range??

Graduated UG 2015. Currently 100k consultant salary looking at promo to maybe 110 or 115 for SC. Is 150k reasonable to aim for in 2 years time (2020-2021)

Anyone know where to get a Moderna Booster in DC and or Arlington?

Going to be best thanksgiving ever for me. Reunion with closest school hostel buddies after 4 long years! Happy thanksgiving to all fam here!

Would you leave the big 4 as a SM for 100% raise (all in) even if you knew you’d make PPMD within the next 3-6 years?

What is everyone’s biggest fear if they leave their job they hate? Also, if the new job is worse than your previous job would you go back to your previous job?

I recently graduated college last year and am trying to pursue certifications to help build up my resume. I currently hold an AWS SAA certification and Azure AZ -900. I am looking to try and obtain the CISSP next. Is there something else I should start with before diving into CISSP or should I direct my studying and focus in that direction?

What would be the best method to transition from a financial advisory role to a more financial analyst focused position? Is this type of move unheard of/too difficult to do?

Have any of you looked into other careers/positions outside the public school system but still in education using your special education training and experience?

I am looking for start-up bootcamps! If anyone has good experience or recommendations please comment!! I have some business ideas but do not know where to start. I am looking to find a start-up bootcamp that is very hands-on, provides essential trainings (e.g.: building a business plan, marketing including social media etc.). Ideally if they match you with a mentor or build connections/partnerships, that would be great! I’m in NYC and would love to do in-person

I am interested in taking a new position at my current job - Electrical Engineering and Production Manager, in the Chicagoland area. Whats a good salary for this position? Is there anyone currently in this role - what are some of your duties?

I’m 28 and considering a move from 401k to Roth 401k. Does this generally make sense to do?

I have two back-to-back interviews at the company of my dreams tomorrow morning. I’m finally ready to leave the Big 4, but I’m so nervous that I’ll blow it tomorrow. Wish me luck!

What’s market bonus for a first year? Is the $20,000 estimate on big law investor accurate?

Is your firm doing anything for Election Day (or the day after, tbh?)

Any July CA bar exam takers want to connect?

I've never understood what's attractive about going in house. I'm in my second year and people consistently reach out on LinkedIn. I don't have kids nor do I ever plan on having them. I feel like I have enough time for myself and my relationship and taking a decrease in pay doesn't really make sense to me.

Any market paying Miami firms looking for lit associates? 😁

Imagine a person lateraling into Big Law who has never had to do the billable hours previously. 1) What would be your best piece of advice? 2) What do you wish someone would have told you about billing when you started? 3) Is there maybe a book for someone entering the minefield on billing effectively and capturing time effectively? Thanks in advance!

Anyone have experience with the hiring process of the public integrity section of the DOJ? My application was referred and I’m just trying to understand timeframes.

Whaddya mean you wanna close on Friday? There’s over 20 very lengthy documents, all of which have lots of open issues and we’re still waiting for comments from certain parties!!! 🤯

How long does conflicts take?

How many emails do you generally receive per day? Left for 4 days and came back with 1100 unread emails.

Been out of biglaw for a while and looking at going back with a class cut (but a significant raise compared to my current job). Am I crazy to think I can be more efficient and feel more competent the second time around? Has anyone had this experience?

Thoughts on internal check in calls being scheduled on a holiday?

How do I not get overwhelmed by small mistakes I’m making? I’m trying to not make the same mistake twice and keeping a list, but I just feel so demoralized. I feel like I can’t do anything right and I dread logging into work. I feel like I’m going to be let go for a lack of attention to detail or the mistakes I’m making. I’m a junior who just lateraled to my new firm three months ago.

Anyone have insight on Goodwin (Corporate) in London?

Thoughts on a joint trust or two separate trusts with your spouse? Our goal is:

1) asset protection. We’d hope the trust would hold assets such as our house, cars, etc.
2) use it as a vehicle to pass onto our future kids, for whenever we die.

Anyone else make little mistakes and feel like an absolute failure? Not intentionally making mistakes but things fall through the cracks and then you just feel so silly and like your supervisors hate you. Just me?

My dog just died. I am feeling so down and I know this is going to be a horrible week.I have a few deadlines too. Should I let someone know?