Why did ALL our clients go from radio silence to “We need to sign the SPA on 12/31 at 12PM sharp” in 1 day? I was supposed to go on vacay on the 28th. Hmpf

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

You answered your own question: you were supposed to go on vacation.

likefunny

Yup. I was supposed to work half days today and tomorrow and take off Dec. 25-27, so of course yesterday afternoon opposing counsel filed his response to my application for writ of cert, and I need to reply by Tuesday. So I’ll be working all week. That’s how it goes.

Y'all. I had a deal closing December 31 that got pushed to Jan 6! This has never happened to me! I am beyond excited. Now I have time for the three other deals on my list...but still!

like

I feel you. I’ve never been this busy this close to Christmas.

like

I had one that was convinced we were going to close 12/31 and we just got the SPA three days ago. Then the structure changed. But mercifully, at 2 pm today the client realized we were never going to make it and decided to slow their roll. SO glad they made the call on the 23rd and not the 26th.

like

@A2 it’s a Christmas miracle, truly

Same thing here - this WFH period has turned everyone into work monsters, because no one is taking vacations. Also, I’m just tonight finalizing negotiations on two deals that I turned the drafts on back in July. Haven’t heard from anyone since.

like

Sounds like you need to move up your vaca to start today.

Note to self pandemic or not... I’m reminding myself bad idea to go on vacation end of the year since I’m having to work (answer emails & calls). 2021-Going off to an island and forget to bring charger.

Because it’s December. Happens every year to us even if the YE is arbitrary for the matter

Related Posts

I’m loyal to delta, but I’m moving to a city where American is the main hub and Delta has practically no non-stop flights to/from there. It’s time for me to open a new credit card, so I was considering the Citi/American one. Any thoughts?

like

Hi All, I am currently working in PwC India and have received a offer from simeio with around 35% hike. Can you please let me know if it is wise to join simeio from PwC and about the work culture

I created a macro to help me save time on this onetime task and now whenever I open my excel, a blank excel opens with the name of the macro. How do I get rid of it?

like
like

What should be the salary in FIS of Team Lead in O2C or AR Finance&Accounting. Can anyone suggest?

Friendly reminder about our Bowl meetup tomorrow (Thursday) in Wash Sq West. $6 Margaritas and $6 Nachos all night long. Hope to meet many of you there!

Date: November 3rd, 6:00 pm
Where: McGillin’s Olde Ale House

like

Made Cacio butter

Post Photo
likesmart

Is Icaro Doria the CCO for Hill Holliday Health too? Or is there a separate CCO?

like

Thoughts on accepting an offer at another consulting company with a pay and benefits cut? New company is a smaller firm, so there is potential for a better WLB. Same location

like

Any strategists out there looking for a part time gig ?

like

PwC Townhall - too long didn't watch, what's the cliff notes ?

like

Hi, What is the leave policy at Deloitte India?.. is it similar to Deloitte USI?

like

Any on Forward for Health Care?
New here to Fishbowl so first post.
Interested to hear if anyone is using Forward for their primary health care service?
Thinking about joining.
Interesting subscription based cost model but basically pushing interactive, team based approach to long term health care with a good blend of tech and analytics built in.

like

Can anyone provide TC for manager positions at Liberty or Progressive? Are they offering remote for these jobs?

likesmart
like

👋🏽 Will be visiting and staying down at LES this weekend and was wondering if anyone had suggestions on casual drink spots?

TIA!

like

Hello,
If anyone can answer ,
On how time it will take normally for HR discussion and final release of offer after clearing the interview?

like

Hi All, Can anyone let me know what will be the In-hand salary for the below breakup
Company : Kyndryl
YOE : 4
Skill : Network and security

Also I am waiting for an offer from NTT data, any suggestions on how much I should negotiate based on the current offered CTC

Post Photo
like

Hi All,

Can anyone tell me the salary structure in IBM?
Compensation team told my variable will be 10 to 15% and there will be quarterly bonus depending on performance it seems?
Is this true? IBM

Best Regards

like

Additional Posts in Law

Has anyone here moved from a high COL coastal city to low COL midwest/southern city and ended up completely hating/regretting it? If so, what do you wish you had known?

like

Does anyone know the starting salary for Jackson Lewis in the firm's Connecticut office, as well as the billable hours requirement?

like

What is the lateral hire process like?

like

Am I the only one left at the end of the month trying to bill 10hour days to meet hours because I slacked off at the beginning of the month? It’s a vicious cycle. Then the end of the month hits and I’m so exhausted that I need to take it was the next week... and the cycle continues

like

200k in student loans. Unmarried, no kids. If you had to choose - Would you prioritize paying them down/off or saving up for big ticket items like a house/retirement?

like

Has anyone here worked (or does anyone currently work) for Bernstein Litowitz (aka BLBG)? Very interested to learn what inside associates feel about the firm, its culture, work-life balance, billable hours, etc.

like

PI Attorneys: What are some of your best talking points in negotiations with adjusters?

like

7 year lawyer here. Been with the same big national firm all 7 years (not BigLaw) doing complex litigation. Been working remote a long time due to moving around for wife’s job. As a result of the moving was bumped off partner track. I’m looking at a great small firm that will be a practice change (but still litigation). I’m told they’re looking for someone with less experience and they’re skeptical because of my experience. It’s frustrating. How do I overcome this?

like

I'm a long time prosecutor getting into the ID game and billable hours. Are there any resources out there that can help me get more effective/efficient without spending months/years learning the hard way? Some days I'm at the office 10 hours, took virtually no breaks and yet only bill 7. 🤬

like

When lateraling to another defense firm, is it necessary to show billable hours at current firm?

like

What’s the most entertaining (in a good or bad way) thing you’ve ever witnessed at a firm outing or holiday party?

like

Interviewing with Cordell & Cordell next week for a SouthEastern associate position. Any tips? Things I should know about the firm/position? Things to avoid?

like

Hi! Can someone please tell me what would be the base salary for a legal counsel at Equinix? 5 years of working experience related to the position.

like

What’s the word on Foley Hoag LLP?

like

What do you do in between meetings where you don't have enough time to get anything done but it's like too much time to do nothing.

like

Advice on managing up / enduring toxic deal teams? I’m at the point where my stomach drops any time I see something come in from certain people. Everything is behind, client is unhappy, I’m exhausted and simultaneously being micromanaged without guidance on big-picture/substantive issues. I keep trying to tell myself at least this is consulting and the project will be over... eventually...

like

Does anybody work in a rule for a litigation finance or legal funding company who doesn't hail from a big law firm in background? Basically I have a lot of interest in the area have read a book about it in my free time and was wondering what sort of entry level opportunities I should be seeking.

like

As lawyers are there ways to get paid for connecting clients?

like

Any firms adopted a remote/hybrid system permanently???? We’re back in office full time and omg I hate it so much.

like

Struggling with this whole work life balance thing. Is it possible to have a semblance of a life/hobbies? If so, how? Most of my socializing is honestly in the microcosm of the firm (drink nights etc)

like

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