What are salaries like for class of 2019 in am law 50-100. I have average working attorney collections as high as our senior associates but I’m only making 215k. Trying to see what salary I should ask for.

likefunny
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Class of 2019 at firms paying Cravath/DPW scale (many firms in amlaw 50-100 range do), it would be 250k before bonus. If you’re in a HCOL area and at a large firm, then definitely below market.

like

Check above the law for published associate pay scales

Related Posts

Hi fishes I am a data engineer with 2 years of experience in python, pyspark, aws and sql. I am looking for a switch with atleast 8.0 LPA of package. If anyone has any suitable opening i request you to please refer to me

like

HCL Technologies vs FIS Global which should i join? YOE is 11+ as BA. HCL is offering 3 lakhs more than FIS. Please help to choose

like

Recently found out a hiring manager was bragging to a bunch of people at the company about getting me to accept an offer for a must cheaper rate than he expected. He was let go soon after. Justice? Not sure..

likeuplifting
like

Hi fishes may you please confirm the below:

In the offer letter the "Provident Fund" And "gratuity" Is mentioned. In the salary calculation in hand, we will not consider these amounts right? As these components are received when someone retires..right? .. Please confirm.

Thanks in advance

like

I am new joinee,Still unallocated.Can i get first month salary ?

like

What is the average salary of a project Engineer mechanical with 0-1 year of experience and with a Masters degree ? Talking about European countries precisely Nordic counties .

like

Hello all, Could anyone please help with the comparison of Ness digital engineering and Nagarro in terms of wlb, growth opportunities. Both are providing almost same compensation. YEO: 2.7 Tech stack: Java with React full stack. Thank you in advance.Ness Digital Engineering Nagarro

like

I work for a company that gives me RSUS as part of my compensation. Am I allowed to short the companies stock to minimize my downside risk in case stock price drops? I value certainty of my RSU payments over any potential upside

like

Hi fish, After completing the HR round in Cognizant, how long it will take to release the offer? If CTS will not able to provide my expected CTC then will they negotiate or reject my candidature?

like

Hi fishes,

I am trying to download my salary certificate from the alumni portal (2016) but the pdf is password protected. I tried entering my employee id but it is not working. Can somebody help me with the password format?
Thanks and miss infy a lot

like

Hey guys,

I just accepted a offer at NT, wanted to know whether we they can re-negotiate or no?
Have a better offer somewhere else

Anyone know what a normal equity offer is for first 10-20 employees of a biotech startup? Pre series funding stage.

like

Hi Fishes,

Need your help and suggestions to select from below offers:

PWC AC: 22.5 fix+ 2.5 JB+ Variable as per policy
Globant: 26.5 fix
Yoe: 5.10
Tech stack: SAP Native Hana+ BODS

Please suggest in terms of Wlb, career progression, job security,others.

Pwc AC Globant

like

Hi All,

Does LTI provide revised offer letter with new joining date and new salary structure?

If yes how much time it takes?

Thank You

like

I just graduated with my MS in Health Information Management. Any jobs in NYC in this particular field (first time in this field)? Provide links. 🫶🏼

Also what is the starting salary? It would be my first time in this field. 😺

• Bachelors degree in Radiologic Sciences (x-ray tech)
• Master of Science in Health Information Management

like

My bonus this year was patently absurd, so I used a bit on some heat: AMM 3s, Parra Air Max 1, and the black Union 4s. Hate to let the resellers win. But at the same time I worked my ass off and wanted some kicks lmao

like

Hi,
My HR discussion with
Cognizant is scheduled.
Is this going to be a salary discussion or questions like strength and weakness, why do you want to join etc?

Folks,
please explain this joining bonus clause
12 months 1 day as LWD will not have recovery?
Or do i need complete minimum 14 months? I am confused
EY
Tia

Post Photo
like

More Posts

Putting aside wachtell, what do we think are the best M&A shops for high value deals?

like

I tripped over my blanket and hit the floor so hard 🫠. My neighbors probably hate me. That’s my confession.

likefunny

A good friend of mine graduated from Parsons this past summer, has degrees in Journalism and French, is a talented photographer and designer (which I feel I have a pretty decent eye for after working at a design-driven branding agency for half a decade). And I’m certain she’d make a fabulous junior AD or content strategist. Unfortunately she, like many in this pandemic, is still without a job. Any advice for her and/or shops/hiring managers/non-traditional job hunt tips to steer her towards?

like

Any chance of market correction this year?

like

I like my job, and my team, and what I do. But damn if I’m not underpaid 😅 small company problems lol. I know I’ll have a salary review next spring (one year) but I’m working a second job cuz student loans blow ass lol. Gotta repay those degrees I don’t use anymore 🙃

Don’t mind me just venting lol. Carry on!

like

I’m currently interviewing with a few top 10 firms and a couple top 100 firms for a mostly remote experienced associate/new senior role. Does anyone have any tips on virtual interviews and how to gauge the culture of the firm and if it really will be a good fit for you? I’m struggling to figure out that out because I used to gauge it on the feeling I got while in their office during interviews. Any suggestions would be helpful :)

like
like

What's the biggest life lesson joining the military taught you?

like
like

Considering going into Finance Technology roles within big4. I have have >3 years background from deloitte doing Tax Technology. Can anyone speak to these finance technology role &/or give referral?
PS left deloitte about a year ago and have done finance related work for <1 year

like

Hi guys,
Can anyone refer me for a product role in intuit ?

Thanks !!

I need 11 likes?

like

Silicon Valley: securities litigation associates (junior or mid-level). Very exciting opportunity. DM me.

like

Can I live comfortably in Dubai on 25k a month? With wife and kid too?

like

Title company just gave me a commitment with 72 B2 exceptions and the first one (after standard) is an unrecorded lease from 1862. Send help.

likefunny

Has anyone taken the CA brokers exam? Thinking about taking it as I enter my second year working in real estate.

like
like

Hello Fishes,

Need your input please

If i get lowballed package with good learning curve. Is it better idea to stick to it for next eight month and make another switch to recover the loss? Or should I search better job ? I have only 20 days left in notice

like

Has anyone attempted Fractals test on Tableau ?

like

Additional Posts in Ask A Recruiter - Law

How do you recommend finding recruiters who specialize in a particular geographic area? (Tampa Bay specifically)

like

Anyone have tips on writing a cover letter without referring to anything in the resume?

like

What is the protocol with talking with recruiters? I'm not pre se looking to move right now but if something with more money and flexibility regarding location opens up then I'm not opposed.

Is it wrong to talk to them about possible opportunities?

like

Assuming that I'm okay with a salary of 70K and more, and that I really don't want to work at a law firm. Is it going to be difficult for me to return to law with two years of experience and one year working in a legal adjacent role.

like

Any recruiters based in Dubai, UAE or working with law firms based in UAE or companies looking to hire someone with legal experience. Please DM me. Thank you

like

Masters only patent agent in life sciences, worked in house for 2 years as a paralegal, patent agent for one year now. What should I expect for salary in NYC boutique/big law ?

I have an offer for $130k for a senior attorney position in a boutique L&E firm. Also have a recruiter who thinks she can get me into another for $150-170k. Both are more than I’ve ever made (Denver, 17 yrs of experience but completely different practice areas). Any tips for countering the $130k offer for more using the other potential offer while not risking a complete withdrawal of the current offer? I’ve never been in a position to bargain my starting salary so this is all very new to me.

like

Do you have guidelines of what you expect a transactional associate to know at X years into their license?

like

Wanting to switch from litigation to in house. What should I make sure I do before I start applying? Do referrals from someone inside a company matter that much when applying? I'm burnt out, I need an escape from billables. Help me out!

like

How long from submitting applications are candidates hearing back from firms in this market?

like

Are there any certifications or comprehensive courses for attorneys looking to break into blockchain?

like

Interviewing with a recruiting firm. What is an “normal” base salary? TIA

like

What is the worst thing a reasonable person could do at a job interview and why is that so bad? (I mean a mistake even the best of us could commit)

likehelpful

I am an Illinois licensed attorney looking for an associate position in Chicago, specifically in tax. If anyone knows of any opportunities please let me know.

like

I am looking for a new job at the end of a long career. I have excellent experience in IP and Supply Chain Management. I've been fortunate to be in a high-paying position in the Los Angeles area and I rarely see comparable positions posted. The comparable positions at my company are filled by one of the big executive search firms. Any recommendations for finding the rare executive-level legal positions or for landing on the radar of the big executive search firms would be much appreciated!

like

Entering my 2nd year as a medical malpractice (insurance) defense litigator. My billables are 2200 per year, even during WFH and COVID while the courts are moving very slowly. Any advice as to what I should look into for an exit? I can’t hit those billables while maintaining my sanity.

like

I need some career advice. I finished my master's degree in international law (B.A.Sc international relations) but I am not sure where to go from here. I always wanted to join a big firm and I've applied to different vacancies in international firms/companies but got rejected from all of them.
Does anyone have any tips on certain job positions or companies where an LLM would prove to be useful with my background?
I'm starting to feel quite stuck in this situation and it's very demoralising.

like

I currently work at a medium sized firm and have about two years experience in personal injury litigation. The billable hours and lack of work life balance are really getting to me and I am looking to switch to something else out of litigation, preferably in house. I am also looking to relocate to a different state. How do I go about properly marketing myself to companies that might not take my relocation and minimal experience seriously?

like

Is it worth applying for a position with a firm you are directly adverse to on a matter or will conflicts definitely keep you from joining?

like

For a writing sample: Is it better to use a motion that you won, or a motion that may reflect better writing/analysis, but that you lost? Does your answer change if the winning motion is more recent than the losing one?

likehelpful

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal