Interviewed at a smaller plaintiff firm- Was upfront about being in a graduate school program and that being my priority but really care and want to do the work that their firm does. However, the partner said I’ll be honest, our work life balance is not great here but we prioritize mental health. And understood and said they’re fine with me being in school. Red flag or good that they were honest? Some statements seemed contradictory so just looking for some insight/advice

🐠 Would you rather work on award winning next level creative with zero work life balance or churn out mediocre work and have a healthy work life balance?

As healthcare worker trying to conceive how safe it. Is to take covid 19 vaccine ? Any suggestion will be helpful.. I am so confused

Hi Fishes,

Anyone from Commodities and Global Markets team? I have an offer from the same would like to know how is the Work like balance and overall team?

Any leads will be helpful.
Thanks in advance

Just checked my bags and my nw is down 35% in the last 24 hours. I’m numb to it. To the mf moon. Send it

Hie Folks,
During onboarding at IBM ,they have asked vaccination report.I have taken only one because of medical issue. Is it compulsory to have both dose completed.
Plz help me guys .

Ex-consultant now in marketing. Used to be an avid follower here and got great insights on companies when trying to exit consulting so thought I’d try here for advice. Outside of FAANG, what are good large CA-based tech companies that provide good pay, WLB, and culture? DD has great people and WLB, but pay is low and you’re not given the tools and resources to succeed + truly make an impact. Google and Apple are ideal but need backups. Like is Salesforce still good? A company along those lines.

Hi fishes how is wlb in mphasis?

how do you guys maintain energy during busy season? I feel like I am always tired and still have lots to do.

Amerisourcebergen doesn't care about its employees. We have no mental health awareness. Leadership only promotes people who kiss ass the most qho have no managerial experience and pass people who actually have experience in a manager role. Leadership never helps you with anything. Managers write you up for no reason amd threaton your job constantly. Ive have leasherip threaten my job while on FMLA and write me up for taking too much time off

Do you find your flexibility is exploited now that travel is banned and you're working from home? Specifically tech consulting I.e..
> 50-60+ Hours a week
>10+ hour days
> Regular weekly nights/weekend/on-call

Anyone willing to share what WLB looks like at some of the large CROs?

Ive accepted an offer going from a SM role to M role at EY in the CCas team , London office. Can anyone confirm how often one needs to come into the office, as my commute is from Hampshire . In my current role I rarely go to the office, i.e once every few months (also in London) and am considering backing out due to the additional commuting cost and less flexible work life balance.

What’s the wlb like at VCA?

Supposed to go to Mexico next weekend but getting worried now of covid / travel req, back into states. Anyone get stuck from travel?

Has anyone lost motivation and just stopped studying for the CPA? How Did you get back into studying? I became depressed while studying and I just gave up.

How is WLB in synechron for UBS client? Also any suggestions are welcome regarding organisation as I’m yet to decide whether I’ll join or not as I have couple or other options but synechron is paying most.
Thanks in advance for your reviews and suggestions.

Anyone in NY try the NY Sports Club gyms? Trying to decide if I’ll ever need membership to any of the other locations, or if I just need the local one.

If the network is good, might be worth it..

Any suggestions for IOS puzzle games that double as sneaky mental health breaks?

Losing hair really badly!!! :( I dont know if its the thyroid meds or just pregnancy. I'm currently 13 weeks. Any recommendations? I'm doing the hair oil stuff but that will take time.

I feel like I am very naive and cannot read between the lines, so I can’t tell if someone is trying to fuck me over or not. This leads me to be extremely skeptical of others’ intentions, and makes me less confident that I can influence others, and in general really erodes my self-confidence. Does anyone else feel similarly? If so, how have you dealt with it?

What is your favorite way to review for state testing that doesn’t hyper-focus on cramming things in last minute?

Any salaried workers figure up their *actual* hourly rate? Oooof what a mistake that was🥴

Is there anything not masculine about pop sockets? I love them since I don’t like cases and it helps grip the phone on the train and jogging. Plus I love using it as a stand. However, I don’t really see other guys using them.

Who else is going to return back to the office by October ?

Is it for all projects and locations?

I have a love-hate relationship with DU.

How EY split is going to impact people in Strategy/Management consulting?
PS: All hands just beat around the bush.

Shower thought:
Why did Toronto (or Canada?) change the exit signs from the classic red EXIT sign to the green running man? Wouldn’t it confuse more people especially elders in finding the exit?

Also isn’t it a waste of money for businesses to replace perfectly functional exit signs when renovating?

So peeps, office opening up.

What's your plans on moving to Mumbai? Knowing apartment hunting can be a real bitch, some are planning to go back to hometown in the WFH week. i.e work at office at designated week and live in temporary accommodation, and then travel back.

Salary/comp range for KPMG Advisory experiences Associate role?

I've been denied from 6 jobs. In about 2 months. Haven't made it to interviews anywhere. 3 positions were at same company and I had a referral. One other denial had a referral. Last 2 - no referral.

What companies easily start gc applications ?

Anyone know of some in person volunteering opportunities that are can also helpful socially to meet and connect with others? I’m trying to work on meeting more people

Any idea when our revised compensation letter will be available ? It didnt come on 15th

Can we start a thread for all the acronyms? Y’all lose me with all the lingo 😂

Used wrong polish on a pair of shoes. Is the process reversible?

Ok -- let's hear it. Best restaurants in ATL - go! My parents are coming to town and I want to wow them, they are serious foodies and very adventurous. Tell me your recc's!!

This bowl is so dead y'all. Let's bring it to life 🎉 who's got fun plans this weekend?!

Currently being interviewed for a Sr Consultant at KPMG Global Advisory. Can someone share what the work culture and hours are like? Also please share any insights on the pay range.

Hi everyone. Is it typical for the attorney to take credit for the work a paralegal does? An example: I gave some ideas about deposition questions and some observations I made (I was asked about giving suggestions) regarding a witness and the attorney mentioned that he’s the one that had these great questions/observations. Zero credit or thank you for the work I did.

What is the average paralegal salary in NC for a commercial real estate law office? I’ve been with a great firm for the last 9 years but am starting to wonder if I’m being compensated fairly. The company is about 30 employees (mostly attorneys) but I work primary for 4 of the attorneys.

How much do you make and how many years experience? I’m a senior para at a mid sized firm in Central FL. 10 years experience. I’m making $64k—fair salary?

Hi all! I recently made a change from HR to legal. I am now a paralegal II - Immigration specialist making 65-70k hourly base for a fortune 100 company. My office is situated in Missouri. Was this a good offer?

Do small law firms have paralegal managers?

Looking for a REMOTE Paralegal Position in the Colorado Springs, CO area - preferably in Family or Criminal Law - If anyone knows of anything. If someone knows of a recruiter in that area as well, please let me know!
TIA!

What were some effective tips or resources that helped you to learn the systems of your first firm? We feel like our firm admin/paralegal is not getting acclimated and not assisting the firm as we hoped. So we want to make sure we’re effectively training her and providing the best resources/tools for success.

Fried Frank reached out to me about an open senior real estate paralegal position they have in NY, and at first I wasn’t looking to move from my current firm, but then we talked salary (a nearly 50% raise) and now I’m willing to listen a little bit more. What are people’s thoughts on Fried Franks Real Estate team in NY?

When you walk in Friday morning to a dumpster fire of a file (that you’ve never worked on before) sitting on your desk, with no note or email to go with it. It’s as if I’m supposed to magically divine what to do with it. 🤦🏼‍♀️

Currently a paralegal at a small start up financial services company been there for just a little over a year. I wear “multiple hats” but more recently I’ve done a lot of PM work and some BA work. My position title is changing soon but I’m wondering how helpful that would be for wanting to go into PM work at a tech company. Anyone have any career pivot advice? (Also I’m only 1.5yrs old in my career so I’m definitely still new, and I have previous experience as a project assistant).

So I’ve been with a court for a while and honestly the pay sucks compared to what paralegals should be making… the benefits are great though and they match my retirement 100% now that I’m vested at 3 years.I have 4 kids and 1 is getting ready for college. I feel like the benefits are great but I’d rather make more now. I am a previous LEO for 4 years who switched to paralegal so I have my leo retirement. Paralegals here make $28 with no benefits what is a good compromise

I have my first case review I am kind of nervous about it, wish me luck. I am not scared, I am just nervous about it.

I’ve been a paralegal for about 30 years in private law firmS. As I get older, I feel like it’s time for a semi-career change. Either an office manager position or perhaps a corporate position where I can travel a little since my kids are grown and I’m an empty-nester. Has anyone made this type of transition? Advise welcome. TIA

I’m getting messages from recruiters for Sr. Corporate Paralegal roles but all of my experience is in litigation. I have 6 years experience as a paralegal. Should I move forward with this? Not sure if I’m qualified.

Any experience working as a corporate paralegal with Cooley, LLP?

For those of you who made the switch to in house/corporate law, what was your experience like? Did you have to take a lower position to gain the experience or were you able to argue that your soft skills were transferable to in house? I’ve been in litigation for 15 years and I’m looking to make the switch. Ultimately, I’d like to get into Legal Ops, but feel getting some in house experience first would be beneficial.

Hey, does anyone work for Jacobowitz Newman Tversky? Would love to know more about the office and culture .

Anyone work for Morgan Lewis Bockius? Specifically in Boston ?

Corporate and IP paralegals what do you do on a daily basis and why do you think it’s so hard to break into these fields?

I’m currently a bankruptcy paralegal. Not sure I want to stay in bankruptcy forever. I’ve heard it can be really hard to change practice types and break into a new area of law. Anyone have experience or tips/advice on doing so?