I work for a mid-sized company (almost 500 employees) with a legal team of 3 and am curious about how our approach to contracts compares with others. Every single contract the company signs goes through legal review, and we always have revisions (we have specific terms we typically request). I’m talking every contract, down to the coffee vendor (not to minimize the significance of coffee). Is this normal? Sometimes it feels like a huge waste of time for low-risk concerns.

I am 2 years out and have a secretary for the first time. How do I use her? I’m use to doing everything myself at my prior firms.

What was your salary at age 24?

Has any TP consultant ever passed from a big4 to a law firm? A tier 1 firm offered the double of the gross salary respect to what I earn now. I am happy working remotely from 9 to 6. Therefore, in case I will take the offer, part of the salary shall cover higher expenses related to a work in presence (relocation to city center, dry cleaning for the suits, overpriced restaurant for lunch) and I have the feeling that the working environment shall be way worse. Any thoughts?

Other than the S&P 500 what other safe options do people invest in? Currently, maxing out 401(K).

Hi Fishes,

What is the salary range for a Lead Consultant Product Manager with 11 years experience in Thoughtworks ?

As a manager, how can I ensure that my team is happy so they work more effectively and increase productivity?

I’m a financial advisor with jpmorgan and i verbally accepted a new job in private banking with another firm. This is my first time transferring licenses. Should i wait to give my two weeks notice until my new firms hr department clears me and gives me a start date or as soon as i sign the offer letter?

seeking referral for mbb pe practices. Oxbridge graduate with IB and Financial Advisory experience

Hi all, i received an offer at accenture for the role Analyst-Reporting. Kindly explain me about this role and what salary can i demand as a 3.5 yoe.?

Hi Fishes,

Need an urgent help .

I have 21 years of SAP experience and I have cleared the technical and managerial rounds for level 6 ( senior manger ) . My current CTC is 43 L fixed.

Can you please let me know what is the highest salary ( fixed component only) for a senior manager so that I can negotiate in the HR round accordingly.

Anyone willing to discuss a potential referral for the Senior Associate Consultant position at Putnam? Thanks!

If you have only been at a job for a year is it bad to take another offer for more money and growth at the risk of your resume looking jumpy?

35+4 and almost certain I have the flu - cough, aches, low grade fever, headache, very sore throat from coughing. I’m seeing the doctor today, but how have you all coped if you’ve been here? This is miserable - Delsym only works so well, I had wanted to avoid Tylenol but need it for fever, and I have too many big meetings to not dial in today. 🤒🥱

Hi all, trying to decide whether or not a move to San Francisco would be worthwhile, currently WFH just north of Toronto as a PM and wondering what the pros and cons of the Bay Area are compared to here, thanks!

What makes a good producer in the eyes of account?

Does anyone have experience trying to adopt with a medical marijuana card? Is it allowed? I’m in Missouri but will possibly be relocating. Would love to hear if it’s different in each state. Thank you!

Hello, Would you rather work with a fortune 50 company where you doing some very niche work or work as a lawyer in fintech which is 1/1000 as compared to the revenue of the f50 but the work is very varied. No two days are same. Wanted to understand perspective. Thanks!

Not sure if this post is appropriate for this bowl, so, apologies if so. I’m a junior litigation associate wondering how a local boutique law firm can position itself to get work as outside counsel on litigation matters. Would imagine you would need to bring on these types of matters if you would like to make partner. TIA

Considering an in house offer. It includes a 1x RSU grant to accept the offer (and then vests per the company schedule) but no indication of any annual RSU grant. Is that normal?

It’s one of those days when all the business folks need everything asap. How’s everyone else’s Thursday going?

I entered law school in my late 30's as a second career. I have strong pre-law experience (Executive of small company, 60 employees, $4m budget, MBA, etc.) and law school credentials (Top 10%, Managing Editor of Law Review). I'm willing to make less coming out of school than I did before, but want to ultimately land as in-house counsel with a decent wlb and make $200k+. I'm looking for advice on the best path to get there and how long I can expect it to take.

Which books would you recommend for in house counsel about strategy, management, and leadership?

Asking as product counsel for tech startup.

Are any funds hiring in-house associates?

When negotiating salary, what is a reasonable ask in terms of increase? I am really hoping to be about 14% higher.

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.

Is it a sign to not leave yet if I’m hesitant to leave big law despite receiving offers at good companies? I am a junior associate that’s really burned out and yet I fear making the leap because of “missing” people I’ve worked with (who probably won’t remember me much) and all the hopes I had for myself when I first summered. But I also know this job has been extremely tough on my health and my family and I regretted it the first time I turned down an offer.

I just got an offer for an in-house position that I want to take. How do I approach negotiating salary?

2 weeks post final in house interview and I haven’t heard anything. So anxious! I will follow up shortly.

What is everyone’s experience working in house at a F500 company? Compensation, work/life balance, autonomy, starting remotely during pandemic? Thanks!

I am relatively new at my in-house position on a very small legal team and have realized that all of our organization’s policies/procedures are very poorly written. My boss, the GC, clearly drafted many of them (she is not a great writer, unfortunately). Has anyone here done a complete overhaul of P&Ps or does this seem like more of a gradual project, improving on policies ad hoc as they are updated? Also, any advice on suggesting edits/dealing with a boss who’s a bad writer?

If you're in house at a healthcare system, would appreciate any insights for compensation. Thanks!

What can I expect at a Google Product Counsel interview?? Do the questions change the further along I go?

If anyone is interested in a corporate counsel role in Jacksonville, Florida, send me a message.

Benefits:
-relocation offered
-PTO based on YOE, will match PTO
-medical, HSA, STD/LTD, 401k
-remote flexibility

Req.:
-5YOE
-contract drafting & negotiation
-commercial real estate plus
-insurance/risk plus

Any recommendations for easy-to-read book/practical guide for securities regulations or regulatory compliance?

What kind of in-house offer is too good to refuse? Need some ideas on what to negotiate in an offer? Fully Remote, salary, stock, bonus, signing bonus, wlb, etc?

Does anyone else’s company do “secondments”? I was asked to “look into” this? Someone who is a non attorney executive had a great idea they could save money and have outside counsel “at their disposal” 24/7 and on-site? Is that how this works? I know we spend a lot of $ on outside counsel but I don’t see how one of them having an office on-site adds much value? Maybe it’s a good thing. I am supposed to “report back.” Are they a joint employee? I was asked to advise “what this will look like.”