What should we know about background checks in legal hiring? background checks coming up more often — sometimes late in the process, sometimes with very little explanation about what’s actually being reviewed. It can feel a bit opaque as a candidate. what do background checks usually cover for legal roles, is it just verification of job history? Can I put formal colleagues for that?

Does anyone actually think opening up the Greenbelt for housing is a good idea? Like, c'mon... There are so many other options out there.

Who’s the HOP @ Havas Chicago?

What is a reasonable fat FIRE number for a married couple? Can’t figure out if numbers I see are for one or two peopl

I feel like when I’m busy with work, I don’t even want to reply to attractive guys. Is this normal?

Hello Fishes, what does grade 28 signifies in Optum. Wht is the salary range in this grade?

Fellow enterprise tech sales fish, I’m interested to hear your perspective. I’ve been in a rut lately and seriously considering leaving sales. I think it’s primarily fueled by one thing:
After a 6 mo cycle I closed a large deal (4x the average deal size) prior to receiving delayed 2022 comp plans. The deal counts as a 2022 deal. On last years comp plan it would’ve paid out at 10%. This year it pays out at a measly 4%.

How do you/have you navigated your way through and out of these situations?

Hi Guys, I am 1.5 years exp. in automation testing UI in java selenium having experience in Web, mobile and API testing. If I want to switch how much I can expect as SDET role.

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

Anyone with experience getting an ESA (emotional support animal) letter? Please dm me thank you.

Hello fishes,

can anyone tell after how many days does Amazon get back to you after the initial technical phone screening.

Thanks.

Why does my team lead act like a school teacher.
He wants hourly updates.

He keeps pinging all the time whatz the update?
And doesn't let me work.

Any suggestions on how to deal with this?

Hi Fishes,

I have given my interview in HCL and cleared 1 TP, 1 hcl manager & Client TP and Client Manager rounds .
In initial screening HR told the generic statement of 30-40% and I have given my ask as 50% minimum. After clearing the rounds I heard from the project team that Client has given great feedback and wanted to take me in .
What is the % I can ask in HR Discussion and will they reject in HR if I ask more now .
I have 9.5 years total experience and role is Storage Architect.
Thanks

Hi, I was promoted to Associate in March. Am I eligible for October annual hike?

Hello, Everyone!

I hope you are doing well! What are some other websites where I can find legal job opportunities? I have tried using Robert Half, Adams and Martin, and Indeed, but I have had no luck in finding legal job opportunities.

Thank you so much in advance!

How are the client interviews after joining. Can we choose the tech stack or does the hiring manager assign the project. How is the work culture.For senior software engineer A3 and dotnet position. Are team members supportive.Need to decide if should try anywhere else too..Appreciate if anyone could respond

In my third year of real estate practice. Run the gamut between leasing, acquisitions and sales, financing and everything in between. Enjoy where I'm working but (continued in replies...

Anyone have feedback on in house attorney positions with Mercury Insurance?

I am in the final steps of the interview process for an in-house position. I mentioned to the recruiter that I had unvested equity I would be leaving on the table. She said the company would take this into account and make me whole. She later asked for proof of the equity in the form of my account statement and balance, which I provided. I have not yet received an offer. Is it typical for companies to ask for this documentation if they don't intend to make the candidate an offer?

I interviewed at a law firm and had my final round last Friday. The Tuesday afterward, I got a call from the recruiter saying the firm won’t have a decision for another week. I believe they’re interviewing other candidates. Does that make me second or third choice? And does the fact that I’m working with a recruiter hurt my chances of being selected due to the commission? Should I hold out for the offer or is 1+ week a sign that I won’t be selected?

Hi, I am looking to add a lateral practice group, got burned by a recruiter recently. What should I be looking for

What's the review process for firms. I have people getting rejected but I haven't heard anything. Is it interviews, offers, rejections? Or is it review/ interview and rejections then offers.

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.

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.

What are some strategies for a current 3L looking for a job to overcome many jobs asking for several years of experience? Should I even apply? I have some experience from internships, but is it enough

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 want to move to Europe or New Zealand. I am educated/barred in the US and only speak English. Is this hopeless, or are there opportunities out there for someone like me?

Fwiw, T14, V50 big law, F50 in-house. Antitrust/competition/sales/marketing/business strategy and ops.

Cross-posting.

What types of different bonus structures do you run into? End of year only, quarterly, semi-annually?

Third-year entertainment lit associate looking to lateral to NY market. Would love some assistance from a recruiter, as the ones I currently work with have their main relationships in another state. Please PM me if interested. Thanks.

How much should you keep about law school on your resume when wanting to lateral? 3rd year associate here. Rank, awards, gpa, scholarships, clubs? What should go and what should stay?

How do find a recruiter in the legal field? Have been looking for a job for a year now and trying to transition into another practice area. Applied to more than 20 jobs and still no offers. I feel like I might need some help.
Also, I have no idea how these arrangements work. Do you pay the recruiter to look for the jobs or do you pay them when you get the job? Or does the employer pay them?

Small law firm in Westchester, NY looking to bring on 2 associates (1 litigation 1 transactional). having difficulty finding the right candidates and interested in engaging a recruiter. Just looking for some direction or recommendations. Appreciate any guidance- thank you,

I’m thinking about transitioning to In-House from a big law firm where I practice Employee Benefits. Will employers consider me without the typical “corporate” or “litigation” experience?

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?

Curious if anyone else is or has been in the same boat. I started as an assistant at an entertainment law firm prior to passing the bar. Upon passing, the partner told me they would hire an assistant for me since I now became an associate. That was 1.5 years ago and I am still in the limbo of juggling my own workload + doing assistant roles for my supervisors. I have also had no increase in pay, which is a huge deal for me. Is this normal in the entertainment world? Any suggestions?

Dear legal recruiters who used to work as attorneys: are you glad you made the switch? I think recruiting could be fun but I know how much I ignore recruiter emails daily so it makes me think it’s touch to place people and make a consistent income. Thoughts?