How should do you leave your firm? Letter or in person to supervising partner? I was recently offered a position which pays almost 40% higher doing exactly what I want to do (L&E). I have been at my current firm for about a year and I feel bad because they pay market rates and have treated me really well.

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

In person is probably the respectful way. Others may disagree, but that’s the way I’d go

like

I do L&E in Sacramento so I’d love to know where you’re headed that pays you 40% more hahaha

like

If you’re making market how are you now going to make 40% higher

like

Market for Sacramento not a bigger city. Firm pays based on it's nation wide Salary schedule which is nice in my area.

like

I would say in person. Definitely. The two times I left a firm I always gave notice in person.

like

Yes, meet with the partner who hired you, or practice group leader.

like

Email followed by voice mail. I mean if your managing partner actually comes into the office or answers the phone, then do that, but otherwise do your best. Don't wait around for them to be available. If you are lucky, the only response will be locking you out of the network.

like

If you can speak to someone in person that’s the way to go. If not, I’d try picking up the phone before just sending an email.

like

I agree doing it in person is the most respectful and sets you up to maintain good relationship with the firm and attorneys there. It doesn't sound like you have any ill-will and are just taking a great opportunity so shouldn't be too painful of a chat. IMHO, is a much better feeling to leave on good terms and having an honest exit conversation is a great way to do that. Also, if you are feeling altruistic, a candid conversation with them might help your current firm to review their wages and assess happiness of other employees.

And you never know when you might need a recommendation, for example, if you’re waiving to another state’s bar. I would never burn bridges unless things were actually acrimonious.

Related Posts

Hi! How do one get from admin assistant role into an executive assistant role? Thank you for all your responses!

likeuplifting

Accenture India |Technology Consulting Referral| Skills in Snap
Share resume at
helpacenreferral@gmail.com with DOB and location preferences. Exp 2.5 to 14 yrs. Work Location : PAN India/ WFH

Post Photo
like

Anyone here work for Maxwell Locke and Ritter? Curious to know about the comp and culture, particularly on advisory.

like

Hi fishes, does bosch renegotiate?

I am a mechanical engineer and people think that because I am a "mechanical" engineer like I fix cars. It is part of the career, but it is not the same thing. It happens to others that people confuse your profession, or it's only to me?

like

What’s an acceptable salary for a entry level customer success manager role in cybersecurity? Coming on with 3 years related experience.

Hi all,

I have a offer from
Perficient and joining in 2 months time. Question :
1: how is the company in terms of job security and projects? I work with web analytics
2: How is the hike and work life balance.
3: Attrition rate
4: Hike is good but will it be a safer vet like Accenture Operations?

Need some views from people working there.

Thanks in advance.

like
like

Sinple advise those who are waiting for SA promotion... whatever package u r getting as A you will get only 15% hike for promotion to SA...so it's nt at well worth, Better switch.

like

What salary can be expected for 8 years experienced .Net developer in USA? ( negotiation period for H1B with service based )

My Salary growth over a total of 8 years of experience may be helpful to some career aspirants as a reference in the software Industry (Key for success is always upskill as per market needs and your passion)

Post Photo
likesmartupliftinghelpful

Hello. Does anyone know the pay scale range for Program manager II in HR India Org? I am currently an L5 PM with a CTC of 22L and i am not so sure if i will get a hike during this internal transfer (IJP) to HR India org (recruiting side). Appreciate any suggestions :)

Pivoting from copywriting to _____? Interested to hear from copywriters who are either considering or have already transitioned into a totally different or somewhat similar creative role.

like
smart

I know the pay at Jackson Lewis is subpar, but is anyone at JL and happy there? I understand this is also probably office specific but am curious about culture and vibe.

like

Looking for some insights on compensation range (base and bonus) for 3rd year Manager in Deloitte US, Customer Strategy and Applied Design practice (C&M). Would location influence the pay (for example New York vs So Cal)? Currently in Deloitte at another geographic and weighing joining Deloitte US or going freelance as an Innovation and Strategic Design consultant. Also if there’s anyone that went the Big4 to freelancing route, would appreciate if I can DM for a few questions! Thanks!

like

What is a good salary for a director in NY?

like

Anyone know when comp day is?

Anybody use Flaviar and recommend it? Referral discount?

like

More Posts

If I take a job at Amazon in India, is it considered as prestigious to FAANG companies as Amazon in Silicon Valley?

like

Do most software engineers go ‘on call’? Starting my new job soon would love to learn the norm!

like

I have 5 years of experience and only $125k TC. Am I getting paid too little?

like

Currently interviewing for Microsoft Sr. HW MFG PM. Could you tell me what is the package if I get offer at Washington ? Microsoft

like

My CD is one big 'Splainie 😡

like

What is the maternity leave policy of PWC and for how many children it is available?

like

I thought that getting back to my regular walking regiment after busy season would solve the weight gain...it's not helping

like

Hello Colleagues - I am a Tax Senior (M) applied for a transfer to Pune office and will be moving around Nov/Dec - no rush as such as we need to report to office by Jan.

Looking for a chilled out flatmate who is also looking for something similar. Lil about me if it matters;
Super organized, non-smoker, Beer connoisseur, console gamer-Xbox series S (Almost unbeatable Div1 in FIFA 22), a backpacker

Will find a 2 BHK fully furnished in a gated society around Kharadi-EonIT park Please drop a DM!

like

Hi,
I have been working as A business technology analyst for almost 2 years now and wanted to start learning data science.

I am not sure how much time will it take but wanted to ask y'all where I can start and what would be the right way forward without much impact on my ongoing work.

Genuine answers only.
TIA. :D

like

Has anyone transitioned from litigation to corporate counsel/contracts type work? If so, how’d you like the change?

like

I’ve been dabbling with the idea of getting into copywriting as something to soon the side but I have no experience doing it. What steps should I take (books to read, gigs to start with or pursue, etc) if I want to go from $0 and next to ) experience to $40k or so a year?

Right now I’m currently unemployed and taking a break from my fine art stuff to try to get back into tech sales, but I was looking to expand my skill set and also generate extra money at the same time.

like

What does Amdocs provide to a 2.6 YOE candidate?

like

Does anyone use a 2 in 1 laptop (not a Surface) in tablet mode? Thinking about getting one but seems kind of clunky and then also annoying to have fingerprints

like

Explain like I’m 5
Why are salaries lower in Canada, taxes sky high, rent expensive, food expensive, and our money worth basically sh*t when we go abroad?
I feel like we, Canadians, get robbed somewhere

Post Photo
like

Anyone on straterra? Starting week 4 on it and have not noticed much, but I have zero appreciate and have food aversions. Would be interested to know how people deal with this / if it actually helped? I know it takes some time to see the effects,

like

How long did it take you to become good at excel? Like fast?

like

SAP program management background, certified in MM module but it’s been years. Is it worth to stay in SAP or I should just pursue PGM position in industry, SAP or not?

like

Hello all,
I need guidance to get help regarding ITS support. My laptop is not starting from yesterday. So where can get contact no. Or mail ID of deloitte ITS team. Thanks in advance

like

Can we avail relocation bonus after two months from doj
Any one who availed relocation bonus recently

like

“The shaft is not always welcome, but but hole always is.”

likefunny

Additional Posts in Law

HIPAA special enrollment extension: does this apply to major medical, dental, vision, health FSA? Thanks!

like

Has anyone taken  ACAMS Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS)? Any comments/ reviews? How has it enhanced your employability? Why did you take the CGSS?

like

When you’re in a dispute with your apartment complex, they ask if you’ll meet with their attorney and Tim from your office shows up.

funnylike

Somewhat recently lateraled from a large firm to a small firm and I’m starting to feel very micromanaged. Any tips on how to deal with this?

like

So I was a 5th year associate in nyc making 100 k a year 2k billable hours.. I decided to leave for the role Im in now.. my old countered to keep me at 115k (which was like pulling teeth for them) but I left anyways now I find out that they offered a 7th year 150 k and a partner title should I be offended that they didn’t even try more with me

like

How big is your firm and what does your attorney retreat look like?

likefunny

Anyone here wash out of biglaw before making it a full year? How’d it work out/where’d you end up? I’m almost six months in and I’m starting to think I’m just not built for this.

like

Calendar question re excel:

Does anyone know if there's a way to exclude holidays when calculating a date in excel? Or to exclude a range of dates where I could insert a chart for holidays to exclude? I tried the WORKDAYS function, which works great, except it excludes werkends and holidays. I'm looking for a way to exclude holidays only.

like

Giving a CLE on practical tips for young lawyers, which focuses on practical tips such as looking for leadership opportunities and client development. We want to give a hand out of resources we’d recommend, like books, podcast, etc. Any recommendations for resources we should include?

like

2nd year junior attorney applying to new positions in the Southern California area. Every firm that’s called me to interview are smaller firms with salary ranges of 80-90k. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong — I have had multiple people review my resume, cover letters, etc. It seems like it’s a decently hot market, and I’m just out here getting frustrated.

like

How often do you respond to emails from law students who want to learn about your firm/practice area? I get like a dozen requests right around OCI every year. Frankly I’m tired of speaking to them and answering the same boring questions, especially if I know they have a low GPA and no chance of summering at my firm, but I do feel bad saying no/ignoring them

like

Any insights on 2-3 year associate salaries at Ogletree and Fox Rothschild in NJ?

like

Why do partners tell associates to be cost-conscious when billing for certain clients when they can just cut your hours on the back end?

like

Interested in hearing what your firm gives clients for the holidays, if anything? Please provide firm size and gift/gift value.

like

How to follow up without sounding desperate? I already let them know I have competing offer expiring. They promised to get back to me multiple times but still don’t have final decision from them despite positive feedback.

likehelpful

How does one transition from litigation to transactional? Am in labor and employment lot. 4th year.

like

What types of lit mid law or boutiques are better WLB than big law? Is this even a thing or just a myth?

like

Has anyone transitioned from litigation to corporate counsel/contracts type work? If so, how’d you like the change?

like

Can I waive into other UBE jurisdictions using my NY UBE license at any time? Or is there an expiration date for my bar exam score, after which point I won't be able to waive in?

like

How do you spend your precious unwinding time after work? I love binge watching tv shows but realize it’s probably not the healthiest way to wind after a stressful day. Anything fun / low stress yall do?

Note; working out is not a relaxing activity for me so don’t even start with that. Also I am single and have no kids so ..

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