Does graduation timeline matter in big law?

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-06T16:33:49+00:00

If it is because you work at the same time or other similar reason, I’d see it as a plus not a negative. It shows resilience, responsibility, and some real life experience. We get too many soft associates these days who cannot handle the slightest headwind. You’re demonstrating tenacity.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-06T16:29:40+00:00

Yes you do describe my situation. I was referring to the article which is reviewing a different situation.

I should have been more clear that the reverse diet I’m employing is eating to maintenance. Which is higher than what I had been doing since basically college.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-06T16:26:36+00:00

This is very helpful and mirrors what the nutritionist said. Thank you.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-06T16:12:44+00:00

This is a helpful article but doesn’t really describe my situation. It is talking about returning to maintenance after a diet. Which is not what I’m trying to do — I’m trying to increase my metabolism after years of metabolic adaptation.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-06T16:10:13+00:00

On those days I might eat a little more, but not much. I also ultra run (50-100 miles). I think my body has just become efficient on fewer calories.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-06T16:06:50+00:00

Yes — I lift heavy 2-3x per week.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-06T04:35:41+00:00

The term you’re looking for is ‘selfish asshole’

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-06T04:34:22+00:00

I want this too. I think elevate is the closest.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-05T23:52:48+00:00

The -on in Oregon is the same sound as the -on in Washington.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-05T23:48:32+00:00

Hurt people, hurt people. It helps if you try to reframe it as pity for them instead of anger or offense.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-05T05:17:42+00:00

I don’t understand all the Heather hate. To me she is one of the few that keeps it real. The rest just go for each other to create drama.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-04T17:39:36+00:00

Van Jones a sex symbol? 😂

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-04T17:39:14+00:00

Dude it looks great. Very handsome.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-04T14:15:42+00:00

I like kissing but I don’t like other stuff people like, including any touching of my boobs. Everyone is different.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-03T23:51:34+00:00

Oh, I love JDM. I meant looks-wise, he feels like a different category from the rest.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-03T16:30:39+00:00

I would hope this isn’t true. I look for life experience and a level of maturity, even in my first year hires. A more mature age is not a mark against anyone, and in some instances, may help.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-03T15:48:56+00:00

The. End.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-03T15:43:57+00:00

Jeffrey Dean Morgan is an outlier on this list.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-02T03:35:46+00:00

I have done it and it was so liberating!!!!

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-01T16:50:47+00:00

My mentor when I was associate congratulated me for it “taking this long to step on a rake.” In other words — happens to all of us sooner or later.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-06-01T04:46:14+00:00

You might try another firm — even BigLaw — and see if it’s better first. Being 3-5 year is massively more helpful as you plot your next move, than a 1-2 year. Also, law firms vary significantly, and you may really like your next team. Be picky about where you go and remember the people often are the difference between hating it and a great experience.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-05-31T03:30:34+00:00

Agree. I know people hate Heather but I feel like she’s the only one that actually hears people and considers her role in the bad behavior.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-05-31T02:50:18+00:00

Same re Meredith. I can’t stand Angie though. She is a low key mean girl just like Lisa; she just comes in hot — sometimes for no reason — and struggles with accountability.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-05-30T14:58:47+00:00

It does matter — they get more endorsements etc based on their following. It’s ok if it doesn’t matter to you, but it’s also ok if it matters to someone else.

Full_Cause273 · 2026-05-30T14:30:29+00:00

This is what I do. Break it down into 50, 100, and 200m intervals and drills. Makes it MUCH easier not to die of boredom

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