Want to stay in big law but want to change practices. Currently in borrower side private equity and not sure what I want other than something new. Maybe commercial real estate. Anyone else pivot or have suggestions to look into? Definitely transactional. Would like to be in VA:DC. Currently 7th yr and very ok taking class cut

I need 11 likes?

There are 3-4 job postings on Barclay’s portal matching my profile.

Can one apply for all at the same time?

If a candidate is not selected, would he be eligible to apply again immediately for another role?

Any one working in Emirates NBD in tech roles?

A little late here, but any suggestions/recommendations or watch outs for an automatic standing desk preferably with charging attachments? Looking to invest in a decent one around $2-300 !

What did you as a data analyst make 3 years out of college?

Despite all the cool super bowl spots that have aired, and will air, Nike/wK is going drop a tribute spot for the mamba. And it will be Bigger than Kap’s Spot.

Hi folks,

Can you please suggest me one best wireless airpods?

Hi Fishes,
Need your advice. Got HR call for salary discussion they are ready to offer 8.25 lpa + 1L joining bonus .
Is it good offer or should I reject for 2.5 years of experience?

Hearing h1 extensions aren’t getting rejected all time high. I just submitted my extension ☹️

Is Toronto as boring and quiet as this bowl ?

My friend is giving me her couch. But I don’t have a car nor license. She just lives 3 blocks away but I don’t know how to move that 80 inches-ish heavy stuff without a van. Is there any recommendation? TIA

Where would you eat with an out-of-towner for a week?

How can I DM people? I just joined!

Update: I need to get likes. Please help me get likes so I can DM someone.

Follow up question: do I need to get likes every-time I want to DM someone or its a beginner thing? And how many likes?

Hii all
I have 3 year of experience. Skill. Java backend developer.
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I have another offer 15fixed+1.5jb.
Will ibm match the offer letter?
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How many times do you think about quitting per day?

By which month we get CEO bonus of $750 ? Is it given to everyone regardless of one's performance ?

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!

Dudes who initial your shirt cuffs: why? I’m new to the fancy world of big law and I’m genuinely curious. Is there some subculture of people that are impressed by this? Do you have trouble remembering your initials?

New to due diligence and not sure the timeline of projects. Tips to stay organized of the project and timeline, and how to update those leading the deal? Just keep track of new info and provide as necessary?

I’m a true night-owl that begins thinking clearly about 5 PM. I often send projects out after midnight. Early morning emails and calls are an adventure. Has anyone else had to work through this issue? Fight it or embrace it?

Any big law associates looking to transfer out of Texas in light of the new laws repressing women's rights? My firm has an office in Colorado and a group of 4-5 of us have been discussing transferring today. Rent/Housing is roughly the same in the two states.

Anyone try Celsius, the Gatorade drink? I think I heard about it on this app, but wasn’t sure if people prefer it to coffee?

Fish, I trust your advice. Anyone have leads or recruiter recs for SF biglaw litigation? Looking to lateral as a to-be second year, mostly antitrust/white collar.

Foreign trained lawyer (common law) and just starting bar study. Freaking out. Please tell me it’s possible in the timeframe.

Any corp associates looking to move from biglaw to a boutique? My firm remains busy and is looking to bring on a couple associates. We’re all either hybrid or fully remote, and that’s here to stay. 1500 billables and we’re serious about it. Work is primarily ECVC, Outside GC, M&A. Pay is roughly 30% biglaw haircut, with incentive bonuses for hours and originations.

I don't understand why people call themselves "rising x year at ABC". For us who are plain "X year associates", are we doomed to fall?

How bad is it for a junior to push back against a completely psychotic mid level? I don’t know how this mid level hasn’t been fired because they are even rude and bossy to partners and are a nightmare for juniors. I’ve decided enough is enough and am now pushing back against their arbitrary deadlines and other insane and unnecessary asks. I rarely work with this person and have good reviews. Am I asking for trouble?

What do you wear to practice group holiday dinner?

Did your firm’s leadership send a message re the horrific shooting? Before I lateraled we always got emails from leadership, which IMO were very humanizing and appreciated. New firm leadership seems to just avoid — probably to not appear politically involved. Your thoughts on these types of current events and firm acknowledgment?

Anyone have insight on Goodwin (Corporate) in London?

Beginning to consider going in house (4th, corp) - I really haven’t thought about what I want, partly because I’m not sure what’s out there/attainable. Is it a bad idea to start by applying to a couple positions that interest me and seeing where that gets me? I’ll of course prep for the interviews but am afraid to burn potential bridges if I ultimately decline because I’m still figuring things out.

Instant thoughts on Servants of the Damned?

Looking for some encouragement. Has anyone here received an overall negative performance review or has been put on a development/performance plan and was able to turn things around for the better?

Do any single M&A associates have dogs? I am a third year at a generally work from home flexible firm and considering getting a dog for mental and physical health reasons. Has having a dog been an issue with work? And any tips for bringing a dog home while working insane hours with occasional trips to the office?

What monetary goal/target are you telling yourself to hit before quitting big law?

Hey everyone, etc. is short for etcetera and not ecksetra, ecsetera or exetra. It’s
etCETera. You’ve been alive for at least 2.5 decades. Why is it still confusing? Thx bye.