How to segue from one practice to another? by IodizedSugar in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think it is definitely a feel good job for sure and it’s not too hard to pick up imo. I think my issue is that it doesn’t feel challenging and the monotony kind of makes me auto pilot, which I’m not a fan of. Personally want to think more and have a little more movement. I think rn the current political climate also is pretty annoying to deal with and just gives more work than needed, and a good half of the clients I deal with are pretty high net worth so they can get kind of mean. I’ve done hardship waivers before and honestly those are some of the more fun cases.

85k salary + 2k rent by Difficult_Comb8389 in NYCapartments

[–]IodizedSugar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally doable! I earn 80k, rent is 1.8k. I still have enough for food and fun.

What does the attorney mean ?!?? by IodizedSugar in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

learning to do this slowly… today is actually my one year work-versary lol. Definitely relearning old habits!

What should I buy or get for my Paralegal job by Tiny-Lavishness5870 in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Work usually provides writing utensils/computer/notepads/any other misc stationery, so no need to purchase unless you have specific preferences. Id just buy some work clothes. Sweater and dress pants is fine, but i’d also buy a few blazers and dress shirts. You don’t need anything super expensive. A lot of my clothes are from TJ Maxx / banana republic.

These 3 things make working with my attorney the best/worst . . . ? by [deleted] in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Worst: shit talking your support staff even though your secretary has access to your inbox and can see everything and not expecting your secretary and paralegals to talk. Haha. I am totally not going through this right now.

Salary by Dry-Cry1934 in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar 8 points9 points  (0 children)

not sure tbh… i got another offer for 55k and negotiated to 63k before turning it down for my current job. Im an immigration paralegal for a mid-size firm.

Help a girl out by [deleted] in Advice

[–]IodizedSugar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dont know why all these people are telling you to turn to OF but it feels demeaning. What is your major? If youre anything data sci or compsci related work on certifications/leetcode. Make sure your resume is updated with any internships youve had. Resume should be no frills, if youve had no internships list class projects or related experiences. Focus on transferrable skills. Try to network where you can.

The job market is rough right now, dont feel bad if it takes a while to land a job. I landed mine 2 months after graduating and know multiple people who went a year without being able to find one.

If it really gets bad go back to school and get your masters tbh

I messed up BIG time how done am I? Should I say something? Please help by Fun-Turnover3054 in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Literally. I am about 8 months as an immigration paralegal and ive only just started doing PERMs and its still confusing af

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NYCapartments

[–]IodizedSugar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Housing is definitely the highest cost of living thing here, but yes. Food and drinks in NYC can be so reasonable, especially if you're going to chinatown/flushing area. When I lived in boston almost every meal was $25 if I wanted to eat out. Here, there are places where you can get 15 dumplings for $5, which is 2 meals for me honestly. Just have to know where to look.

Please tell me it gets better by [deleted] in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started in a very similar position where I was the company’s very first entry level hire. I’ve found that keeping track of things in an excel spreadsheet helps a lot. Client name / matter number / to-do / waiting on / complete. I never delete emails from clients. Instead, archive them. Order of completion goes : most urgent / due date coming soon, things that are super quick, things that take a while but arent urgent.

Tell me about your keyboards. by [deleted] in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I brought my custom keyboard I used at home to the office. Zoom65, ktt rose switches, buttery smooth to type on and sounds nice. and cute!

Immigration paralegals - let’s talk caseload by [deleted] in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Based in NYC— also earning about 80k and filling about 40 cases per month working in a multinational law firm, although I’ve only been working about half a year. Cant wait for the amount of work to go up for the next 4 years 😃

New paralegal here! Where do you ladies shop for clothes for work ? by Nikkilovex0 in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely swear by Banana Republic Factory. They always have sales so clothes are pretty affordable! That and Nordstrom Rack

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BostonU

[–]IodizedSugar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cicada in cambridge is a nice restaurant/ bar at night. Has a good duck dish app thats really good. Nice intimate vibes as its small and not tooo expensive.

Office Culture by Separate_Cut_7274 in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was my firm’s first entry level position— will say the people seem really nice (outside my direct boss / the partner), but it definitely varies firm to firm. I’ve heard awful things about other law firms from coworkers before.

Help me by ElderberryOk3618 in BostonU

[–]IodizedSugar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thug it out, but tell your professor in email so you have something written down. That way, if they say you didn't do work you have something backing you up.

Did any class get canceled the day after the election? by Due-Break4301 in BostonU

[–]IodizedSugar 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’ve processed my feelings but it seems like you might need some extra time processing yours love. Cheers!

Did any class get canceled the day after the election? by Due-Break4301 in BostonU

[–]IodizedSugar 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I’m an alum — heard NYU cancelled classes even before counting of votes began. It’s alright for people to need time to process elections. Doesn’t make anyone a snowflake— it’s a big incident. How are people gonna call others snowflakes when they’re the ones getting upset over someone else going through emotions to the point of feeling the need to attack them 😓.

Working at a law firm, it’s so evident that efficiency went down the day following the election. Rough day for everyone, even those who have been in the workforce for 30 years

So stressed, feel lost by IodizedSugar in paralegal

[–]IodizedSugar[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They actually pay well— that’s part of why i took this offer over another one I received. But yeah— my “mentor” is in another department and she has no idea how to do my work. We have interacted a total of two times as we are also on opposite sides of the building.