I’m always the one associates come to when they’re stressed, the one smoothing over conflicts, checking on morale, keeping the peace. I genuinely care, but emotional labor on top of real labor is exhausting. Some days it feels like I’m the firm therapist instead of a lawyer. I want to be supportive without being everyone’s default crisis line. How do you set boundaries without sounding cold?

Most consultant friendly MM-MF PE firms?

Selling two tickets to Hannah Einbinder - 7:30 PM, June 2, DC Improv. Paid $61 with fees, would sell for $50 or best offer

I've worked with the partners I report to, but not so much outside of my practice group. Is it normal for an associate to request a partner to do something or request information?

Have any of you worked in FM and then started practicing HIV medicine? I am working toward an AAHIVS credential, but am wondering if I need to leave my current practice vs try to incorporate treatment where I am. No one else treats HIV in my clinic currently, and PAs in my clinic are not currently paneled but I have a lot of autonomy in my team despite technically seeing patients with an MD listed as PCP

Aldi at Digitas? 👀

Need referral. Thanks in advance
Fresher 2022 pass out

I am not as knowledgeable on stocks as I would like to be. I need HELP - What are some good stocks to invest in?

My status is changed from Evaluation in progress to Evaluated in TCS I begin does someone now after how much time TCS will generated once the status is changed.

Hello Fishies,

I am done with all my rounds at S&P Global and shared my documents to HR. No one has asked about my expected salary yet. Is this usual in their process. How much can I ask for an experience of 9 years. How many days does it take to release the offer and what is the slary structure.

I have a experience of 7 years in digital media.
Currently managing a team of 20 members, handling 50+ clients.


I started my career in the same company i am currently working.

It was a start up and i started very low.

Now I am currently getting 7.8lac per annum.
I am being underpaid and i know it.

I am sure there is alot of opportunities out there.

Just wanted to know, for my experience. What kinda salaries can I look for?

Anyone need assistance hiring for Q4? Comment below and I’m happy to assist!

Anyone able to see the moon in NJ?

Can anyone tell me what's the avg salary of a Senior Auditor in JP Morgan as my HR round is near the corner. I have 11 yrs of experience, what is the industry standard for this experience to negotiate..

What is the bonus structure like in Top Tier BB (JPM, CS, etc.) Private Banking Solutions (Investment Side) groups in NYC? Analyst, Associate level? Looking for a percentage range and understanding how it compares to IB/S&T bonus structure.

Can we start a thread of the most toxic firms? Include firm name, location, and department (if this was a large company).

How long it takes you to get an offer after the final interview?

I have a handful of weddings/events this summer and I was thinking of being bolder with my outfits. Not full on seersucker suits, but maybe bolder shirt/tie combos? What’s your go to summer wedding attire?

Hi Sharks,

I got an offer from FTD for permanent work from home. But i am not sure about the company.. Also the market conditions are bad too.. There are many layoffs from various companies.. Looking for suggestions..

Second year associate here who recently switched from litigation to corporate law. I am absolutely swamped while simultaneously having no idea what I’m doing ever and I’m feeling so burnt out. The partners are pretty great and feedback is constructive which I’m grateful for, but I’m so desperate for a compliment I’ve been saving any scrap of positivity in a folder 😭 it’s December 22 and I haven’t done my Christmas shopping because I don’t feel capable of thinking about it. I need a hug.

What kind of professional development/marketing-focused seminars/webinars/etc. has your firm offered that you found helpful?

Entering 3rd year at mid size firm in SE doing ID. I like my firm but really dont like the partner i exclusively work with and am going to put in notice. Do i tell the partner i work with first or the managing partner?

Tips on discussing reimbursement for travel expenses during the “interview” process? I was invited to travel to a different state to discuss joining a firm. Should I even bring up the topic of expenses , or just pay my own way?

What is the expectation at your firms about coming into work after making your billable hours requirement? Asking especially for those who do not get a bonus per extra hour billed over the minimum.

Parental leave: do you have to be at a company or firm for a year before being eligible to take parental leave? Are there any companies/firms that don't have this requirement?

I’ve always wondered how are lawyers chosen to be recognized in magazines or online publications as “Best Lawyers”/“Rising Stars”? I’ve always assumed it’s a circle jerk of some sorts for Big Firms nominating each other, but I have no idea.

Best divorce lawyer in NYC?

Any non-US lawyers who have been hired by an Am100 firm without having sat the bar? Looking for an opportunity in the US, if possible DC or NYC, and currently working for Big Law in Europe.

Would like some tips re hiring process + visa from those who have succeeded. Looking for a 1-2 year stay and open for longer term

Big Law Dads: How much time do you usually take off when your wife has a baby? And do you actually get to take off, or do you just end up working from home half the time? My wife is due Mid-December, and I’m staffed on 4 M&A deals trying to close by year end, so it’s not looking promising.

Is 150 billable hours per month little/average/a lot?

Am 2 months in to a new job with billable hours and I am miserable. How do I seamlessly go back to my old firm? Is this move a career killer?

Brand new baby lawyer dumb question - I am tasked with drafting response to request to produce. How long should this take? And follow up… how do I bill this?

Layoffs. Most big firms say they're sitting on a conservative pile of cash - which I believe is true - but work will obviously not return to pre-COVID levels in the short term, probably not even in the medium term. Are Biglaw layoffs coming?

What’s your take on Lydecker? What is the culture? Market salary? Expectation on billable hours? Mentorship? Etc.?

Any thoughts on Legility vs. Relativity in terms of eDiscovery software? Or is there another I’m not aware of?

Last associates committee meeting is coming up. Partners have asked each associate to come up with... not one... but FIVE marketing ideas. Other than reeling out “we offer competitive pay” in job postings, what are some good ones your firm does?

I’m struggling a bit. If I knew how to market well, I certainly wouldn’t be in this position.

Can you share first year salary for midsize firms? I'm in NJ, but curious to hear other markets. Also billable targets? Thanks!