What’s the most toxic thing someone at your firm has done?

Frustrating when the store runs out of something and they just tell me "I don't know if we're getting more or not," there is no way I would ever get away with saying that to a client

If you’re in a position of leadership, how are you addressing or acknowledging hate crimes with your team(s)?

Hey folks how to reply back to the HR that you wont be joining their organisation..which is a justifiable answer

What should I do if my boss is always late? I have to stall for him constantly

Ive been looking to leave but my director told me she’ll be leaving soon and wants to bring me with her... I like working for her a lot, but I dont know if I should continue looking or wait for her

My manager always asks me to take notes during meetings. The other associates (who are male) are never asked. Tips to break the pattern?

moving from SF to NYC - what is the dress code for women when going out?? in SF im used to showing up at bars after work in jeans/sweater/sneakers with a backpack but i feel like that won’t fly in NYC lol. do i need a new wardrobe??

How some people are clearing interview and then getting into a project even though they don't have any skills, no desire to learn new things, can't perform a very very simple task even though it's already documented clearly, totally burden on team members. They don't even try to do basic troubleshooting when they faced simple issues, rather asks stupid question to junior who is having only 1 years of experience and ask for solution.
I noticed this in every project I joined(Service based company)

People think I am wayyyyyy younger than I am because of how I look. Sometimes it works against me (they assume this gal has lack of experience) how can I swing it to work in my favor?

Could I pull off asking my manager from J1 for approval of freelancing on the side? It’s quite common anyway for designers I think. And then my j2 can be “freelance” even though it’s full time?

Asked acct lead whether to include client contact's boss on a 3rd follow up to client contact who's super delayed on getting us materials for deliverable. He then proceeds to tell me...

What’s your take on working along side a team in marketing but barely any of your team enjoy the social present, let alone having actual social accounts. I’m totally respect people who want to keep their personal life private, but not knowing what the hell is trending while holding a role that deal with social media contracts everyday and giving others opinions, that’s what I’ll have problem with. Thoughts?

The thought of putting on a suit again makes me want to never leave my apartment. Honestly that's the biggest barrier for me when I think of going back to the office. Can we change dress codes?

Women in the ad world: When a client who is more senior than you says something sexist and offensive in a meeting how would you respond? Do you confront the situation or move on to save your job?

I’m dealing with a difficult management situation and don’t know what to do, how would you report someone when nobody really cares what’s going on or is automatically going to side with the other person?

My coworker keeps leering at me when he thinks I'm not looking. How long do I wait before I tell HR?

Not 100% sure if it has to do with race of if my supervising partner has trust issues, but I am tired of being told to draft correspondence and having the whole document changed by my supervising partner. I know I’m an excellent writer and I have others read the documents and they confirm that it’s well written but when I submit it my boss—she strips my voice. I don’t know at this point why put in any effort

100% waterproof shoe recommendations that can be used for work?

2nd year here: just got reamed multiple times by a partner in a checklist call for not having enough detail in my open items list. Thing is the draft i had sent the midlevel was far more detailed, they told me to remove it all and make it as barebones as possible. Do I just take this L? I'm pretty annoyed because the partner mentioned it TWICE in the call with clients for my lack of detail.

Midlevel didnt apologize or even acknowledge this issue. I've never been so mad in my career.

I put in a lot of effort to show my client properties that fit their requirements, but they ended up working with a different agent just because they wandered across an open house. I'm so frustrated right now. Has anyone else experienced this?

How is Goldman Sachs client in EY? Want to know in terms of projects and learning.
Can any one please share the information if you have any idea

Currently working in defense litigation (7 months in), I keep finding myself interested in real estate and am thinking of pivoting into real estate law. Is there a better work life balance in real estate or is the same as litigation?

Would anyone be willing to share quality resources on a technology due diligence case? I haven’t been able to find any sample case studies outside of the traditional strategy approaches (how to increase revenue or m&a)

Happy to join. Although our degrees and credentials come on white paper, there is a culture we bring to the schools as people of color...WE PAY THE PRICE!!!

Why is it hard to find *Indian* Muslim men? I am open to other nationalities, but it would be great to find someone from my home country.

Hi All,

I Joined Accenture in May and today I received an email stating that
"There is a change in your roll-off plan. The date has now been changed to 05-Sep-2022.
Please reach out to your Project Manager/HR Rep for more details.
In the meantime, if you would like to explore new opportunities within ATCI, please visit IJP portal and to explore GCP/other entity opportunities, visit ACM portal."
What it means?, even not able to apply for new role in IJP, Shall I start looking out side or how?

Anyone think we’ll actually see a Biden vs. Trump debate? Or will his campaign just keep the weekend at Bernie’s vibes going and rely solely on the fact that he’s someone other than Trump?

What is the best way to go Indy without many moveable assets? Any advice on what you have done? I want to join an established firm until I get assets built up and more weight to swing around.

Thank God for Kanyes new album... Really makes you forget all about this whole working till 2 am thing ...#TheLifeofPablo

DavidSW is asking $11,575 for the new OP. How much bigger can this bubble get?

If you’re transferring to an office within the same firm that has lower compensation than what you are currently being paid, will they decrease your salary when you transfer?

Taking the vaccine? Why or why not

For folks with anxiety - was it difficult to get a prescription, did you have to use it long term and were there any negative side effects? Realizing that Ive lived in a constant state of anxiety for years ; do I see a regular doctor or psychiatrist?

Am new to CTS..Though appraisal cycle is from Jan to Dec why CTS is releasing Hike letter only on Oct .it's like after 9 months we are getting hike letter..why can't employees escalate this??

If you don’t have 8 hours of billable time a day, do you leave as is or do you fill in the gap with non-billable work? While I am in the office, I don’t always get the billable amount since I don’t have enough work. Seems like a waste of time to enter non-billable time just to fill in the gap but I also don’t want them to think I am not there and slacking off.

What’s the norm?

Any insight into what NY Biglaw counsel positions pay? I imagine it varies but I think my firm may be majorly lowballing with basically just senior associate salary. Bonuses are likely just top of associate scale too so max $100k. I hear people leaving for much higher paid counsel spots elsewhere so curious.

Does anyone have experience with being a JD/MBA student and having a firm hire you on as a 2nd year for salary purposes? Or is this just a rumor?

Thoughts on working with a recruiter vs reaching out to people you know at firms to submit your resume?

My firm reimburses for two bar association memberships, but are any actually worth joining? I don't really need CLEs but would be down for good networking / social opportunities (if they exist)

Do any firms have an “ESG” group? Is it a real group with dedicated staff or just a website with content pulled together from other practice areas?

Can anyone recommend some small or mid-sized law firms in NYC that are reputable and could make for a good lateral opportunity for a second-year M&A associate who enjoys working at a law firm but wants to get away from constant 70-100 hour weeks? I’m happy to work hard, but staffing shortages at my Big Law firm have run me into the ground and I’m ready for a change.

I’ve read that firms sometimes just want you to stop working same day even if you give two weeks notice. Is this typical/do they pay you for the full weeks?

Anyone with insight into Allen & Overy Corporate/M&A? Curious about type/volume of deals, culture, hours, etc. Feel free to PM me too. Thanks!

I might actually work for the worst partner in BigLaw. Literally tries to crush my soul. And I’m not sure why, I always try to over deliver. I was planning on leaving for another firm but Covid happened. I feel stuck and helpless, but I’m thankful that I still have income. This isn’t a question, just a statement and cry for help.

Hi! I’m a first-year associate working at a large regional firm. I attended a well-ranked, but regional law school and my grades weren’t stellar. School was never very motivating for me, and I put way more effort into internships and networking than my studies during law school. Luckily, I love to network and landed an awesome job at a big firm. Eventually, I’m hoping to work in-house. My question is this, will my grades always follow me? I’ve heard that with time and experience, not so much.

Just had a oci interview with the hiring partner, hiring partner says "I'm going to send your materials to the hiring committee". Thoughts?

Hi all, wanted to start a New York-specific big late bowl. Figured this is better for us since the NY market is very different from other Big Law markets in the US.

On time slips my billables are 8,500 and unbillables are 3,675. Is this bad? What does it mean? How do I factor this into how end of year reviews will go.

Any Advice for navigating the Long Island legal market? I’m currently clerking and will be moving to Long Island in a few months for family reasons. Working in the city isn’t feasible given my circumstances so I’d love any advice from current practitioners in the area. To the extent that it helps I graduated from a non-NY state school, one of the top students in my year, law review, etc.

What’s weil’s tech stipend/reimbursement program? Is it the same for laterals?

Whats's Latham's WFH policy?

DLA Piper culture? Interviewing there this week. Thanks :)

Anyone have recommendations for firms with good general corporate practices or that encourage associates to work across different corporate practice areas? I’m a second year M&A associate looking to broaden my skill set in my next role.

Any Aussie expats have recommendations for a tax accountant? First year filing.