Just joined firm. Two people are leaving. Culture crap. outgoing partner isn’t supposed to take clients but clearly has been ensuring on the sly. They now know. They have realised they can’t afford me. So started a conv but were difficult about a positive ref. I dig my heels in. they dismiss me on spurious basis. On probation so 1 month pay in lieu. Then I realise they only email it. EC says notice by hand or post. SO I resign which means 3 months. Idiots. Impasse. Do I play hard or softball?

How much is “market” comp for a 5th year, general civil lit, AmLaw 200 defense firm with usual benefits (health, dental, 401k match up to 6%). I’m LA based. TIA

Hi all,
How much one should get for 6years of experience with Java backend with microservice and hibernate ?

Hey folks,
Can you please let me know what is the process to get into Thoughtworks for a Java Developer with 6 YOE ?
Thank you!

From which all places does deloitte provide suttle service

What would you consider "Advanced" or "Expert" level Excel usage?

What shops are looking for new copywriters?!?

Is anybody diagnosed with adult ADHD? Did you know before joining the firm? How does it affect your work? How do you deal with it?

What is the highest CTC offered for 7B band in IBM for niche skill ?
Also how much joining bonus can we ask?

Thanks.

Need all opinions I can get. Interviewing at a place, and there are a few flags. (Details in 1st comment)

As someone who has spent 7 years in the recruitment field specifically helping those who originated in audit or partnership tax compliance I’d be happy to answer anyone’s questions! Please only those that live and work in NYC.

Planning a trip to Bali with my bf. He’s never been on a long flight like that but we are probably planning a 2week vacation. What areas should we stay at?? we’re beach bums but I also love the forest/Hiking and a big foodie!

ATL airport a chaos this morning... Regular check point an hour long to clear..

11/27 Thread (General):

Hi Fishes,

I am looking for a referral at Amazon for a position of program manager 2 , preferably from a senior to me. I would be really grateful if anyone refer me to the opportunity.


Thanks!

H1B visa on passport says it expires in Aug-18 but firm immigration says my max-out date is in Dec-18. What is the process to get the actual visa expiry date extended?

Looking to buy an 💍. Might make a trip to India in 6 months. Any advice on helping me make the decision to buy in US vs India?

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

What do partners generally expect from third-year litigation associates (smaller firm) as far as legal, professional, and/or case management skills go?
I still feel like I can’t (or don’t know how to) manage or push cases forward and like I’m constantly behind on everything—is this normal?

Any thoughts on Phillips Lytle? If you could please provide insight on culture/billable requirements? Thank you.

Workout before (4:30 am) or after (6:30ish) work?

Any financial services/ banking/ fin reg attorneys out there? How are you feeling in your practice area and what are your long term goals?

I'm a junior associate. A couple people have left my small firm and I'm now the lone associate at our main office. I've now been told I am "temporary senior associate or permanent or partner whatever that results in." Please send help. I'm just a baby attorney still.

Mid-senior level transactional folks: how do you originate deals? The only deals I originate come from when one of my corporate clients randomly decides to sell a business. There has to be another way to land more deals, right?

What is the most “do as I say, not as I do” thing you’ve been told or punished/reprimaded for as an associate?

Has anyone been admitted to Massachusetts by transfer of UBE score? I submitted my application in July and took and passed the state law exam today. How long after this were you admitted? Thanks!

Has anyone taken  ACAMS Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS)? Any comments/ reviews? How has it enhanced your employability? Why did you take the CGSS?

Well I learned my lesson. Never work with Wells Fargo. Any good banks I should switch to?

Hardest part of navigating maternity leave and WLB as a junior partner?

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

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?

Mid-level associate at a mid-size regional insurance defense firm practicing coverage litigation. Salary is capped b/c my firm only does I.D./coverage and has no direct-hire comm clients. Second round of interviews with a comm lit boutique where I would be the only associate with 5 partners. Other than partner track, salary/benefits, and switching from coverage to general comm lit, what qualities of the move should I be thinking about as I weigh my options? I've never worked at another firm.

When negotiating a sign on bonus with a new firm based on the fact that you were anticipating a bonus for that fiscal year and are leaving before that is paid out, do you have to do anything to prove you would have actually received a bonus/the amount of bonus you would have received?

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?

I’m my partners only associate and I went on parental leave two weeks ago. I feel horrible for leaving him to handle our cases alone, but am trying to focus on my wife and new baby. That being said, should I still offer to handle minor matters that come in to ease the workload off my boss? He’s been super cool during my entire leave, so I don’t feel pressured to one bit.

Does anyone know sports arbitration or general arbitration well? Have been a figure skating fan my entire life and am curious whether the judgement of recent Valieva case makes sense to you.

I am concerned with fulfilling billable hours requirement. I’m required to hit 2100 hours yearly and I’m at ~1,500 hours and I think I’ll hit 150-180hours this month. What will happen if I don’t hit my targeted amount by the end of my year.