Is working in house as a deal lawyer at a big fund (e.g, Blackstone, Vista) as bad in terms of hours as biglaw? What about at a VC fund (e.g., Az16, Sequoia)? I expect it’s not a 9-5 in either case, but is it much better than biglaw?

Hello Fishesh,

Can someone please help me in filing ITR? CA are charging 10% on returns. Not sure if we can do it by our ownself and save the same amnt.

What is the new work mode for Adobe, are they still giving WFH

How much would having the cfa help with an application to a top tier program?

Any 35+ male 🐠 want to chat and see where things go? 33F in a smaller East Coast US city but very willing to travel to meet in person if we actually hit it off.

Hi data engineers !!

I am recently switching my domain from data analyst to data engineering..I am not that good in programming..Can anyone tell me how much programming is needed for day to day work as a data engineer..??

Anyone work at Rivkin Radler Long Island office? What are pros/cons?

I'm looking for a job... Please help...

I have an opportunity to move into a new position - Electrical Engineering and Production Manager in the Chicagoland area. Having been in the industry for 10 yrs what salary should I expect and negotiate around? Does this position typically come with bonuses or additional compensations? Any insight would be appreciated.

Anyone switched from consular processing to change of status to activate their H1B? If yes, could you pls share when and how(i.e. if you had a ppmd looped in) you reached out to the law firm. My worm authorization is set to expire in 6 months and travel to home country is risky..

Hi friends, looking for some advice. I am currently in India due to a family health emergency for my mom. She is still critical and don’t have a good timeline on returning to work. I have taken pto but that will soon be over. What are my options? Will LOA impact my immigration status? I am on H1B.

First gen immigrant getting case of impostor syndrome/nerves with upcoming BCG interview. Any folks want to share advice that might help? Would really appreciate it; thanks :)

I hurt. I feel like I can never do enough to get ahead. Can't seem to land a new job to make enough money to survive. And as a man whenever I talk to someone about how I'm feeling all I get is, "Welcome to being a husband and father!" Every 1 step forward I try and take i get pushed 2 steps back. Feeling incapable.

Anyone hear of a patent attorney going to an investment bank, hedge fund, or venture capital firm?? Considering a change. Thought I could use my skills to help investors analyze and valuate companies.

Posted in another bowl but looking for more inputs...how long should I work in Big Law before exiting? Currently at a V10 firm, NYC office

I’m rather new to international tax (6 months) and looking to dabble with various types of consulting projects once compliance slows down. Does anyone know any fun/interesting areas, groups, etc in international tax that caters well to a JD background?

Hi GL people ,
Are people who joined in this September are eligible for financial year increment that will happen in March 2023??
Thanks in advance .

I have an itchy throat and sneezed once today. I really want to avoid gettigna full blown cold (I know its not covid since I have had no exposure)..
Anyone know of any remedies to stop this before it gets any worse?

On the transactional side of things, what is the expectation of Associates to start bringing in their own work, or start developing their own book of clients?
When they are mid or senior level?

I’ve seen some M&A partners move to investment banks as managing directors, etc. How do they gain the sales skills needed for banking by drafting and reviewing SPAs?

What are big law horror stories that you have heard or experienced in the last 2 years?

Anyone at Greenberg actually like their jobs? What has your experience been?

True or False: If a partner sends perfect emails (spelling, grammar, and punctuation), they ain’t really a boss. In other words, more short hand = more of a boss.

Thoughts on Quinn Emmanuel? How grade conscious are they?

Any insight into Robins Kaplan? IP lit, considering a lateral there. Maybe a bit small for the Big Law bowl but hey Big Law is an arbitrary designation anyway.

Which law firm is best for Business Immigration Law Associates? Niche area that many BigLaw firms do not have, but prevalent at more AmLaw100 firms.

Any news on vedder price? I’ve heard they didn’t fire anyone during COVID but have also heard it’s a sweatshop. Any insight to their litigation team would be helpful, thanks!

Hi boys & girls!

Joined a big firm (Big4) not long a go and starting to feel like I got a good grip on my current work.

I've always been very technical, so I think that the only thing I am missing now is making sales. (I really wanna make partner)

Can any seasoned lawyer share tips and materials (i.e. books) which can help?

Would it be a good idea to join a Social Club where potential clients spend time? (gym/tennis/paddel/events)

Any advice welcome!

How many firms is too many? I’ve practiced 13 years. Since I was a 1st year associate, every 3 years or so I’ve been recruited for another opportunity that is hard to pass up. I’ve been at my current firm 3 years and got the call again, again about an opportunity that is hard to pass up. I don’t like having a reputation of a flight risk, but this keeps happening. Should I decline to pursue the opportunity just so I have a longer track record at my current firm? This will be my 4th if I move.

4PQE. UK. Have been offered a job at another firm but they've only agreed to match my salary. I went back asking for more and have been sternly told that's not possible as I'm already being offered more than what their bandings allow.

The new firm seems like it would be better for the sector I'm specialising in but anyone else I hear that moves tends to get a considerable payrise! I feel reluctant to move if I'm not getting a big pay jump... Is moving for the same pay a done thing?

Any insight on Greenberg Traurig’s Denver office?

I’m currently a 2nd year associate in commercial finance. I’ve realized I don’t enjoy a a strictly transactional practice. I enjoyed litigation matters as a summer (particularly the adversarial nature). Also, love talking and advising clients. I don’t want the litigation lifestyle and appreciate the in-house opportunities of transactional. Assuming that I could switch (or lateral), I’m thinking I may enjoy employment (and the ability to defend and train/advise). I appreciate any insight.

Does your firm let you take 28-30 December off? Many of my team members won’t be working those days and I decided last minute that I’d like to travel somewhere between Christmas and the New Year.

I recently met someone who is a GC but also of counsel at a firm. How does that work?

Pros and cons of taking a class year cut? Partner sees my potential and that there’s an actual evolution but I’m not there yet in terms of experience compared to my peers so he told me to at least consider a class year cut. Is that a nice way to tell me we are not happy with your work product might kick you out of you don’t improve ? Or am I being paranoid here?

What would be valid reasons for turning down a great lateral opportunity, and how to go about telling that firm no?

I am a person, not a machine. That is all.