How often does Gibson Dunn hold people back if they hit hours in lit? Considering a lateral but their review and progression system gives me pause

What advice would you give a student who wants to enter engineering but doesn’t cope with stress all that well?

At one point does the advisors for Trump advise him to do less talking? New strategy team. How they thought going on NBC for a town hall was smart and would love voters to Trump is beyond me. People who love him still love him. The rest have common sense.

How do we bring back civil society when community engagement is so low and division so high?

Can someone help me understand the structure of health strategy / health consulting at Accenture? Are these two separate teams? I know Federal Health is entirely separate (right?)

Do IEP team members other than parents have any rights? For example, when a student is moved from an alternative placement and the amendment meeting was only held with administrators and not with the general education or special education teachers. What happens when you don’t get invited, but should be??

Your degree doesn't belong next to your name unless it's a doctorate. I roll my eyes every time I see John Smith, MBA. What even is the point?

I’m thinking about transitioning to In-House from a big law firm where I practice Employee Benefits. Will employers consider me without the typical “corporate” or “litigation” experience?

Any larger firms in Denver, CO or Tampa, FL hiring right now? Looking to relocate to either place. Third year, litigation.

What's the review process for firms. I have people getting rejected but I haven't heard anything. Is it interviews, offers, rejections? Or is it review/ interview and rejections then offers.

Any book recommendations on excel modeling for real world business applications?

What's the fuss about Diwali party. New to ZS and want to know more about what to expect in the party. Can someone share more details?

Who got Pokemon Sword/Shield?

How do you incorporate warm up/bell ringer problems so that kids actually complete the problems and not just use that time to socialize?

Is there duration in consideration to park money in HYSA vs index funds. I have some cash that I don’t need now. I may need it if a good rental property come along in a year or two. My emergency fund is fully funded. I am wondering if there is any specific time is good idea not to touch funds in VOO

Is there any medical fitness certificate needed before joining Capgemini or any such recent rules?

Anyone with experience in the beverage industry willing to advise me on how to launch a beverage business - including regulatory requirements, licenses/permits needed, potential costs/investment required and building a tactical execution plan for a pilot launch? Happy to pay for your time within reasonable limits. Please DM with a proposal. Thank you!

Today I tried to tell myself what my favorite thing of being a lawyer is, and the only thing I could think about is when the direct deposit hits every couple of weeks…

My car that I purchased in 2020 has been the best performing asset I own right now

Just did the Vault survey. Everyone on the Milbank scale got a 10. Everyone else got a 1 through 4. DPW got a 1.

What do the hours look like for Goodwin NY and DC corporate group associates?

Today I tried to tell myself what my favorite thing of being a lawyer is, and the only thing I could think about is when the direct deposit hits every couple of weeks…

How long do firms take to get back to you (first round laterals)?

I recently met someone who is a GC but also of counsel at a firm. How does that work?

Thoughts on taking a position in the same practice group and same class as your spouse?

Should I complain to a firm's HR if the interviewers laughed at my answer during an interview? Maybe it sounded scripted but it was still heartfelt and genuine: my immigration story and how that made me appreciate the rule of law. I said it soo many times during OCI's that maybe it eventually sounded robotic, but for the interviewers to laugh and one to say sarcastically "nice elevator pitch", I thought was rude. Thoughts?

Anyone know any recruiters that work with 3Ls still looking for jobs?

A friend was told their firm will cut ties EOY if certain things don’t improve. Friend had planned to quit in the next year anyway (to start their own business), so there is no real incentive to bend over backwards. Friend’s goal is to keep the income for a little longer, but to minimize conflict / headaches. What’s the best move here? Wait until EOY and take the severance? Give 6 / 9 / 12 months’ notice now? Is there such a thing as too much notice? Could too much notice backfire?

Does anyone have any insight on the firm Husch Blackwell? Specifically their private wealth group.

How far off market is Greenberg? 5th year litigation in Texas.

Can you take medical leave for a nose job? Lol asking for a friend

Best fall vacation destinations on a biglaw budget?

(I’m not really sure since I’m a first generation lawyer) I know clerking is generally considered a great opportunity and learning experience and prestigious (?) Is it also the case working for a Senator?

What item has been your favorite purchase for your home/apt?

Third yet at a firm in a major market (not NYC). Pay is slightly below market and bonuses are not market either. What is the going rate for a holiday gift for a secretary that I was assigned to 2 months ago but has done some work for me through the year and also a paralegal that I have worked with all year?

Should people who do not have children be able take a "paternity" leave? Paternity leaves are generally supportive, but sabaticals or whatever you want to call it are frowned upon, from my experience. Thoughts fellow 🐡?

The struggle is particularly real today

How many matters is typical for one associate to handle (BL lit)? I know it is group-specific, but just trying to get a general idea. I’m a 2nd year and I am the only associate staffed on about 30 cases-meaning I keep track of all deadlines, do all day to day assignments, keep on top of following up with client/OC, and all research/drafting. Partners handle deps/court but that is about it. Is this a normal case load to be responsible for as a jr? I being dramatic by thinking this is too much?