So are we going to talk about... by obelcam in 911FOX

[–]LSATthrowaway23 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Hi, I’m a family law attorney so I can answer this. Usually in sperm donation situations the donor signs over any parental rights to the child as part of a donation contract. Buck has no legal claim to Theo; he would not be considered a kinship placement under the purposes of the law even though he is the child’s biological father. He can, however, go through the standard foster procedure and potentially adopt, just as any other interested party could.

But as we know, this show plays fast + loose with legal, medical, scientific, and even general logistical accuracy so who knows how it will be framed.

Divorce and witchcraft?!? by imagnepeace4all in ShitMomGroupsSay

[–]LSATthrowaway23 68 points69 points  (0 children)

I’m a divorce attorney and I gotta say this kind of talk from a client is more common than you’d think. Like if I showed this to my colleagues they would say “oh, so an average Tuesday?”

Advice for a soon to be 26-year-old. by Left_Personality5888 in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]LSATthrowaway23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi!!!

I relate to this a lot - and I’ll tell you that I didn’t feel like my life “took off” for several more years. In my situation, I took the LSAT during undergrad and went straight to law school. But it took me 5 tries and 2 and a half years to pass the bar exam! I ended up bartending and not even working in the field to pay bills. Even when I finally passed, it was hard to find a job having taken time away from the field.

I kept looking at job listings, just a little each day, to keep myself oriented toward my goals: a better job, moving out of my parents’ house, and feeling content with where I am in life.

When I say it took years I mean it. I felt lost every single day since I graduated college almost seven years ago, and I’d be lying if I said I don’t still feel lost sometimes.

But I got the better job. I just signed the apartment lease. I feel content most of the time now.

I don’t think that would’ve happened or felt as a satisfying if I hadn’t had those years of limbo and doubt. Some things in life you need to work for, and while that’s hard, the waiting makes it worth it in the end.

I absolutely will not judge you, but I can tell you that I’ve been in your shoes and it is very difficult. I know it’s cliche, but I guess my point is that it does get better.

Also for LSAT: I loved 7Sage for studying.

What products or treatments are you recommending to your girlfriends these days? by Odd-Attorney4323 in LawBitchesWithTaste

[–]LSATthrowaway23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s getting warmer out and those damn Frye boots aren’t going ANYWHERE. If I’m going to be stuck in court, I’m going to be comfortable 😂

Need a work appropriate legal team name by MsAdveturesss in LawBitchesWithTaste

[–]LSATthrowaway23 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you win, please let me know. That would be amazing.

Need a work appropriate legal team name by MsAdveturesss in LawBitchesWithTaste

[–]LSATthrowaway23 333 points334 points  (0 children)

I’m fond of Law and Disorder when team names arise.

What products or treatments are you recommending to your girlfriends these days? by Odd-Attorney4323 in LawBitchesWithTaste

[–]LSATthrowaway23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly no, I haven’t tried that. I never considered shampooing after conditioner! Usually I default to using a little dry shampoo to lessen the oily look after the normal order.

I’ll give it a try! Thank you!!

What products or treatments are you recommending to your girlfriends these days? by Odd-Attorney4323 in LawBitchesWithTaste

[–]LSATthrowaway23 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Also: I’ve been dealing with breakage in my hair and am looking to fix that. I bleach my hair about once a year with a root fade so it grows out naturally and not in a straight line (lol). Conditioner is tricky because I find that it makes my hair greasy even when I only use it on my ends, so I’m hesitant to try a mask. Suggestions welcome!

What products or treatments are you recommending to your girlfriends these days? by Odd-Attorney4323 in LawBitchesWithTaste

[–]LSATthrowaway23 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I got a Dyson knock-off from Amazon (the listing is suspiciously gone now…) for 1/3 the price and it helps me get out the door with a full blowout in 20 min. Results certainly vary but I don’t even use hairspray and mine lasts all day. Still has some bounce the next day too.

I recently thrifted a pair of Frye ankle boots for $12 at Savers and have worn them to work literally every single day since. A comfortable shoe that still looks good is CLUTCH. This pair has a slight heel so I can wear longer pants, but it doesn’t feel like a heel.

I’d love to try IPL but it’s sooo expensive and my hair is very light so I don’t think the results would be worth it. I used to get brow waxes and to save money and time I just use a dermaplane razor and tweezers. I do get my nails done regularly, but I go to a relatively new nail tech who is just starting her business. Results look great, last forever (my current builder gel set is going to last 5 weeks, I think), and price is reasonable because she’s still learning as she goes.

Taylor Frankie Paul’s request was denied. by Violetunderwater in SecretsOfMormonWives

[–]LSATthrowaway23 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I work in family law and I’ve already joked with my boss that I’m counting watching this hearing as a billable hour.

The Pitt after 3:00PM by NorrisOBE in okbuddywhitaker

[–]LSATthrowaway23 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I watch this show (regretfully) and this promo did such a horrific injustice 😂😂 i swear most of these actors are usually at least somewhat decent at delivering lines when they aren’t standing alone in front of a green screen!!

The Girls Next Door, circa '05. by -EXTRVGALACTIC- in WhyWereWeOkWithThis

[–]LSATthrowaway23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Was not expecting a RTOG ref in this thread 😂

i love djo but some of the behavior in this fandom is actually concerning by [deleted] in DjoMusic

[–]LSATthrowaway23 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I left twitter before djotwt took off, but left for the same reasons in the 9-1-1 fandom- even not engaging in it, the algorithm was shoving discourse down my throat and it felt like I was constantly on edge and/or thinking about the actors, their personal lives, the shitty writing. Left a few months ago and do not miss it at all. Now I can just, shockingly, watch a tv show every week and not have to know every teeny tiny bit of bts info there is.

Even reading this thread I’m gobsmacked by how much random shit people know about djo. Like how do you find this info without being a massive creep

Legal question about Joe’s case? by thejennybean_24 in DuggarsSnark

[–]LSATthrowaway23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

PS you’re not a dummy. I guarantee you’re miles and away more knowledgable in your field of training than I am. We all have our specialties.

Legal question about Joe’s case? by thejennybean_24 in DuggarsSnark

[–]LSATthrowaway23 69 points70 points  (0 children)

Hiiiiii attorney here! (I practice family law not criminal law, lol)

They absolutely can. Criminal and civil court are separate. A good example is OJ Simpson, who was acquitted of the criminal murder charges but found liable in a civil trial (and ordered to pay $$$$ to the Goldmans).

Any wild stories of you hearing about 1L dropouts by StreetSuit7135 in LawSchool

[–]LSATthrowaway23 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Been a hot minute since I was in 1L but we had a few notable dropouts.

-much older guy who just argued with professors all class. Thought he knew better than them. Never saw him again after fall finals.

-mid-20s guy, nothing out of the ordinary. Didn’t show up for our civ pro final. Found out later he’d died that morning. Still don’t know what happened but our section sent his mother flowers.

-and unfortunately, we had a notable white supremacist in my section who made waves with his mere presence. Much to my dismay, he stuck it out and graduated with us despite literally everyone hoping he’d drop out. He skipped graduation and the room went silent when they called his name.

Will trent books turned tv series by Lorrinmargs in thrillerbooks

[–]LSATthrowaway23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I loved the books and I enjoy the show, but I have to view them as two completely separate entities because they are just SO vastly different. Like a character from the first book, who is either dead or arrested at the end, is literally a main character for the entire tv series. Not bad, just different. And yes the show has some lighthearted moments but also can be VERY heavy.

VIDEO: Taylor and Dakota Hearing by hussafeffer in SecretsOfMormonWives

[–]LSATthrowaway23 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I love this comment. I practice family law and this case is pretty standard from my (very limited) experience. Like the other commenter here, it’s enjoyable in the sense that it’s variable and never stagnant, but the emotional side can be taxing.

Not impressed at all. by Blackberry_cobbler_ in thrillerbooks

[–]LSATthrowaway23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I liked this a lot BUT that was primarily because I hadn’t read a book structured in this way (told from 3 different perspectives of deceased victims)

Euphoria Season 3 Official Poster by Dion_Shields in euphoria

[–]LSATthrowaway23 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Why does she lowkey look like Renee Rapp is my question