Just joined this "space" and based on the posts/responses, I am grateful I chose not to sell my soul by working for a law firm. I don't make a boatload of money, but that has never been my "master." I have always strove to, and believe I have, put an ethical, people-serving face on this profession. I am at peace with my authentic (an imperfect work in progress) self, as I believe my words and actions, business and personal, are indistinguishable as mine. I am grateful for the grateful.

Is attaching communications between opposing counsel and the filing attorney when filing a response to a motion poor form?

Welcome to the new bowl designed for early in career individuals

Anyone has used hydration pills to get through fasting? Is it helpful?

Can anyone suggest the salary range in Dubai for 14 yrs experience person as IT solution Architect

My husband said he would buy me a Rolex as a “push present” for our first child. I would want just a classic, timeless (no pun intended) looking ladies Rolex watch that I can wear for many years to come. Suggestions on a style? I really don’t know anything about them and would like to get some opinions on what people like since there are so many options.

Anyone here looking for a rockstar SDR Manager with 2 YOE? 🫶

Anyone know about what "Business Review" status mean ?

I want to join a fitness class but I have been going to gym always instead. Any reasons to convince to join fitness class?

Accommodation recommendations on the cape ? It’s the anniversary of me meeting my husband so want to make it special. Not looking to spend over $600 for 2 nights on the weekend. Beach view and/or private beach access preferred. Want to keep it romantic and try to stay away from resorts with lots of children. TIA!

Anyone from Accenture who is working on Cerner projects??

I have a Bachelor's degree in Finance, but now want to pursue getting a masters in IT. What should I do?

Why do we put up with the dysfunctional BS from our peers and superiors? Are we well-compensated chumps?

How long does a Defendant have to oppose a motion for leave to amend a Complaint in Florida for a matter pending in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit, Miami-Dade County?

BigLaw M&A: what do you consider to be “big deal” vs a small and medium deal? For example, what do you consider a $150M deal?

When you’re in a dispute with your apartment complex, they ask if you’ll meet with their attorney and Tim from your office shows up.

What’s the fastest/youngest you’ve ever seen someone make partner?

How do you spend your precious unwinding time after work? I love binge watching tv shows but realize it’s probably not the healthiest way to wind after a stressful day. Anything fun / low stress yall do?

Note; working out is not a relaxing activity for me so don’t even start with that. Also I am single and have no kids so ..

There is no need to post the same post in both the BigLaw and Law bowls (and not limited to union poster). Pretty much everyone subscribes to both. Stop it.

Raise your hand if you have to work over the weekend (even though the juniors under you don’t have to)?! ✋

Just looked up a firm a recruiter told me about. I would be the only Latino on the roster and among the few that didn’t go to an Ivy League or top 20 law school. I don’t even know if I should bother applying...

How many billing entries do you normally have in a given day? I do ID work and normally have about 20-25 entries with a decent amount of specificity, which takes up so much time to input. Curious what others have.

First year review: I have to become a better legal writer/ writer in general. Writing was never a strong suit and this has to change.

Please drop book recommendations!!

Thoughts on: 1) the winning brief; 2) point made; 3) legal writing in plain English

I made an offer to a candidate today. It feels really good to make that phone call and hear the other person being happy.

Aside from just time and experience, is there anything I can actively do to advance in my career and get more responsibility / client interaction? I’m a first year

2020 grad M&A/PE Associate in LCOL area thinking about moving to a ECVC/M&A boutique. I generally like the work I do and the people I work with, but I really don’t like the hours and the constant late nights and weekends. Currently on pace for 2250. Boutique I have been eyeing has billable hour requirement of 1500-1600 and comes with a 20-25% paycut. Is this a stupid idea and should I grind it out until I can move in house? Will this ruin my opportunities down the road?

Has anyone gone through the interview process for the the ADA Program in the LA DA’s office? Would love to know more about what it was like and what questions to expect. Thanks in advance!

I’m not a biglaw attorney but have been working on a few matters with Wilson Sonsoni for some time. We have a good working relationship. Didn’t go to a T14, had middle of the pack grades. What’re the odds they’d consider me as a lateral in the Washington DC office? Is it even worth applying? Is a STEM background absolutely mandatory? Any other insights on culture and expectations at WS’s DC office would be appreciated. Thank you 🙏

I have second round interviews coming up at a law firm with partners and associates. What are your favorite questions to ask law firm partners and associates during interviews?

I have a lot of mindless closing binder assembly today so I’ve been watching Restrepo and Korengal in the background. It.... really puts things in perspective. I feel like such a baby for complaining about long hours or stressing over emails.

I have a promising interview at a relatively large law firm in my area (+100 attorneys) next week. The position is for a transactional role in their real estate practice group, and they are seeking someone with at least 2 YOE. I have a bit over 7 YOE with a strong real estate/commercial lit. background. Over the past two years in my current position, I've been doing a lot more transactional work. The split is around 50% transactional and 50% lit.

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Market research - can anyone in Philly share their firm name, salary, and year?