I’m a mid-level/senior (read: pigeonholed) patent prep/pros associate who is getting burnt out by the grind. I refuse to accept that the only options are keep churning patent applications, or to go in-house to manage attorneys who churn patent applications. I would love nothing more than to expand my practice, but the legal community doesn’t view us patent folk as real attorneys. Is there any hope?

How feasible is it transition out of litigation / insurance coverage to more of an in house generalist role?I have some recent transactional experience and used to be a judicial clerk.

As a first time PM at a company with no PM structure, I’m finding it difficult to learn good practices and bring myself to “the next level”. Has anyone here had a similar self taught start that made the break through to become a solid senior PM? Anything will help, books, etc.

Are any BBs or EBs still looking for experienced hires? I have 2 years of deal-focused strategy consulting for buy side and sell side biopharmaceutical firms (includes asset valuations, market models and risk adjusted NPV models). I am looking to break into investment banking and would love to do so without having to get my MBA. Any insights/tips would be GREATLY appreciate.

I think it’s so crazy that once you sign-full time as a CW, you can’t freelance as well. Feels like there’s so many opportunities out there for freelance roles but the full-time gig steals us from them ☹️

Hlo guys,
Which are the certifications that can add great value to our CV as An IT employee ?

Hello everyone,


I apologize if this isn't the right place to post.

I'm trying to break into this field and don't know where to start. So many jobs listed on job boards seem to be scams or for positions way above entry level.

I earned my degree in Digital and Print Journalism but decided I would rather do more internal work than publication.

Any advice would be appreciated.

Got offer from BCG for ECT. Read numerous comments about ECT being not attractive compared to Generalist track. Also heard challenges about billability/utilization. Any views/ guidance appreciated!
I am not super keen to become a partner (selling) and main reason to join will be working with different clients, smart talented people and a good brand. End goal (at the moment atleast) is to stay for few years and return to the industry. 15 YOE

I have a month to study for FAR with Becker.... Any advice?

I have been practicing in creditors rights/foreclosure in PA & NJ for around 4.5 years. Due to the foreclosure/eviction moratoriums there is no work to do and I was furloughed. I am looking to change directions- what is the most logical next move?

Hi all
Need some honest suggestions on how to prepare for az 204 certification!

Please help !

I need it urgently 🙏🙏

Can I leave a job with 1 month of joining. My salary is credited. Will that experience count?

If you had $5k to spend on courses or professional development, where would you spend it to maximize ROI in terms of PM career trajectory or building useful skills?

I'm curious to hear answers in general, but can provide more specifics about my current role/skills/aspirations if needed.

Can anyone recommend any resources/certifications for financial modelling? Looking for something comprehensive as I need to learn the skills, while establishing credibility as I wish to work in the industry, but have a degree in mechanical engineering and all my internships were in it. Also a CFA candidate if that helps in anyway (more information about my transition). Thanks in Advance.

Q’s for hiring partners and recruiters - you know that most associates quit their managing attorneys and not the firm/case. I’m in that boat. What do I say to a prospective employer about the situation of why I want to jump ship?

Very brief background - I’m a senior associate who has been on one complex commercial litigation case for over a year. Over time, the relationships between attorneys on the case have deteriorated to the point that it is affecting my productivity/work. I want out.

So other than money (which is obviously very important) what’s the incentive to make partner? Is it crazy that I just want to do my work and go home to my amazing family without the added pressure of running a business and managing others? I’m only a third year (in a new practice area) so maybe the thought of being competent enough to ever be a partner just seems unrealistic. 🤷🏼‍♀️

Hello! I’ve been in Compliance now Dow approx 6 years and want to make myself marketable. Besides a JD what other masters can I obtain?

Hi I have an offer from cognizant with 21.3 as fixed and optum 21 as fixed having experience around 6 years.
Which will be the best place for best career opportunities and work life balance.
Can any one suggest me on this..

Anyone know how to get out of tax and into advisory? It's so boring here. I'm slowly dying.

Hi everyone,

What is the salary range for a Lead DevOps Engineer in ZS Associates ? My current salary is 27LPA, YOE: 7yrs and will be undergoing HR discussion soon...

Thanks in advance!

Anyone know of Chicago companies with solid in-house agencies? I’m a copywriter/content strategist with 6+ YOE, mostly in financial services.

Hello everyone I worked as a house remodeler before I got Covid now I am handyman/maintenance/property manager I would like an idea of what people are charging

Has anyone bought/ done the HRCI Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management? I already have my PHR, but I’m looking to gain more knowledge/skills and beef up my resume. Is it worth doing? The course is $239 and you get 12 Recert credits with it.

Anyone here from Edelman London? Would like to know more about the culture, compensation, and leadership. Do/did you have fun working there? If you’d prefer, my DMs are open! 😆

What's the play on Bitcoin?

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I’m at a mid size transactional firm. I’m a total night owl and my partners have OK’d me starting the workday at around 11am because I regularly work until midnight or later. I get so much more done after dark! I still get some side eye from other associates, but 🤷🏽‍♀️

Does anyone else here have an unusual work schedule? Curious what adjustments you’ve made to make it work.

ACD/M/14 y exp/$150k/SF

First timer here. How do anyone request or demand for points for any uncertainties?
Ask the front desk politely for compensation? Appreciate sharing your experiences

Does PHR certification help in India, as this is globally recognised how much valuable is this currently in indian job market.

Do we got some good offers or its another certificate just to add to CV after so much of investment & time I don't want to get this wasted !!

Need suggestions ??

Anyone using Darwinbox HRMS? What is your experience in terms of user friendly?

I’m working on revamping the US holidays within a private tech company. Any nuances the group thinks should be considered?
Current: MLK day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, labor day, veterans day, thanksgiving, Christmas. Optional: Presidents’ Day, Juneteenth, and US indigenous peoples day.

How much do bcom grads earn for associate 1 level? In AC, Advisory? (Salary range)

How's the GE (general electric) account in techm in terms of wob and onsite opportunity

What’s the background of most product managers you’ve come across? Is it engineering, consulting, strategy, etc.? I’ve never met anyone who started their career as a PM and I’m curious how to get in it?

Opinion on Quinn? (Would prefer an opinion from people who actually work there and aren’t just bitter from opposing them)

Has anyone gotten a job offer from an AM 100 firm via phone call after doing a few interviews?

I’ve been unsustainably swamped for months. Partner said they wanted to add an additional, more senior associate to the team on one massive case that went from “stayed” to “on fire” in the span of a month. I said that sounded awesome and the thought of someone else having to take on some responsibilities was such a relief… so why do I feel competitive and threatened now that the senior associate has actually been added? 🙄

Best NY firms for capital markets that's not just a UW-side sweatshop? Bonus points if anyone has heard or remotely thought that the group was actually nice-ish/collegial-ish.

What’s next on your expensive wishlist to make this job a little more comforting?

What does a contract attorney position entail? I have been offered a position but want to understand what the real responsibilities are as opposed to what the firm/partners market it to be? Anyone here have experience working as a contract attorney?

When does the recruiter-candidate relationship really end? Everyone says ~6 months but is that 6 months of radio silence? Or is that 6 months from when you authorized to submit apps. Do you have to reapply after 6 months? Nothing is really clear. And what’s to stop someone from just terminating the relationship and reapplying by themselves. If it ever comes up, can’t you just explain that it didn’t work out with the recruiter?

Anyone familiar with legal recruiting careers, specifically at Parker and Lynch? Thinking about making the switch. Any insight or advice is appreciated!

If my firm doesn't match by March 21st, I'm going to start looking. That will be two months from the initial Milbank raise and three weeks from the Cravath re-raise. If they can't get their ducks in a row by then, I can only assume it's not going to happen.

For midlevel corporate/M&A associates looking to lateral for greener grass. Why, when presented with the opportunity, you choose the 💰 (limited to sign on bonus only) and rank over a firm that would give you what you’re really looking for (I.e., better environment, better mentoring, stability that you will still have a job regardless of market volatility, etc.)?

How much of a $138k EOY bonus do I put in BTC/ETH?

Incoming transactional attorney. Will be licensed (hopefully—July bar taker) in a non-UBE state. My firm has offices in almost every major city.

Do I need to wait 5 years before being able to waive into states to become licensed there, in case I want to leave my current state? How does that work?

I am so tired of assistants/secretaries who can’t do nothing. I might as well do everything myself. I don’t know why they even get paid. Couldn’t even put in a TOA/TOC. Ridiculous. *I am very nice and respectful to my secretary* It is just frustrating.

What corporate practice has better longevity if your goal is to stay in big law for as long as possible: M&A or Capital Markets?

Which of you is one of those Michelin star reservation dark pools and how do I get an invite?

Do you avoid going to shows and concerts that restrict use of electronics? I want to go to a comedy show during the week, but there's a disclaimer that they kick you out If you're checking phone/smart watch, etc. I'm also thinking of shows where they put your phone in one of those dumb locking bags

How do you get good at thinking on your feet? I find I always need time to think and analyse before being able to answer client queries (even those that are considered simple by others). I don't want to rush and get it wrong. I avoid phone calls for this reason which isn't great when you're in the service industry so it's starting to impact my career.

Putting aside wachtell, what do we think are the best M&A shops for high value deals?

What should your realization rate be as a first year? I have not gotten any negative feedback but my realization rate seems...bad

Attorneys with reduced-hour/off-track arrangement: How does your hours actually looks like? How do you let people know you only work on certain hours (or certain amount of hours)? Just curious how this arrangement works out in real life. Thanks in advance!