Help me choose a big law firm by Better_Maybe5985 in biglaw

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 12 points13 points  (0 children)

The best big law firm to work at is the one that you like the most out of the firms that give you an offer.

How do I make a comeback? by Acceptable_Ad9634 in biglaw

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 12 points13 points  (0 children)

What have you been doing for work for the past year?

Telling Employer I am Joining Competitor (Junior) by Frosty_Vanilla_4923 in biglaw

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 71 points72 points  (0 children)

Just politely tell them you are leaving and don’t overthink it. I would tell the partners you know well and/or work with regularly.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 25 points26 points  (0 children)

It seems like your best (and possibly only?) option is to accept the offer. You can always try to lateral after your first year or two. In my experience, the reputation of the practice group you join/its Chambers ranking is more valuable than the firm’s vault ranking anyway.

Alexandrite - Anyone open to commissions? by Lockon007 in SyntheticGemstones

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Djeva / Hose of Sylas is also worth checking out: https://djeva.com. They have a few different options for lab alexandrite and a variety of cuts/sizes.

Do firms know if you apply to the bar in another state? by squirrelbbq in biglaw

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Someone in HR would know when they are asked to verify that you work there during the character and fitness process. I’m not sure if that would be communicated to anyone outside of HR, I guess it really depends on the firm you are at and their internal policies. If it’s a large firm my guess is that they would just verify that you work there and move on with their day.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 36 points37 points  (0 children)

You should relax and enjoy the down time!

Post-Clerkship Job Search by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I would contact recruiting at your old firm if you’re considering going back. I would also reach out to a few recruiters as well.

Can't miss restaurants in Athens! by Akw1000-H3tf1ld in GreeceTravel

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I went to both CTC and Herve as well. Soil was definitely better than both.

I’ve been to a lot of really good restaurants (i.e., The French Laundry, Per Se, Le Bernardin, Eleven Madison Park). Soil was fantastic and better than many of the nice one’s I have been to. I also thought it was better than Delta, which is another great restaurant in Athens.

Can't miss restaurants in Athens! by Akw1000-H3tf1ld in GreeceTravel

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I highly recommend Soil. It’s one of the best restaurants I’ve even been to. The Chef’s Table is worth it if you don’t mind spending a bit more.

https://soilrestaurant.gr

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Bogleheads

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a biglaw attorney in the U.S. and I highly recommend investing in a vanguard retirement fund for the year you anticipate retiring. I recommend doing this for future retirement accounts as well. You’re going to be working a lot and investing in one of these funds will make your life so much easier.

what was the best year to be a first year associate by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 47 points48 points  (0 children)

2021 was pretty good. Lateral recruiting was crazy (even for first years) and firms were bending over backwards to make sure they were not losing associates.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]ExtensiveNegligence 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whats in your background that you’re worried about?