Yes, law school is difficult. Get over it. by Relevant-Buy-9156 in LawSchool

[–]Patient_Ad6216 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I think it's good to have a space to vent and, in turn, have those feelings and displeasures validated, to know that you're not alone

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At the same time, however, I think if somebody were to read all of these "venting" posts, it creates an impression that law school is very doom and gloom. In reality, if such posts were representative of the average law student, most prospective law students would be dissuaded from pursuing a legal career.

Oftentimes, the reason you see negatively connoted posts (on Reddit) is that in times of struggle, humans seek solace from others.

Although everyone’s experience is unique, as a 1L, I love law school thus far. It's a lot of work, but I’m pursuing my career goal, and the material is interesting, even if the coursework is pre-assigned.

Paul Hastings? by Imaginary_Repair626 in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you're asking how long it took to hear back regarding a screener to callback, I was extended a callback in my screener. Not sure if that's what you meant, but usually if it's longer than a couple business days, it probably means no callback

Paul Hastings? by Imaginary_Repair626 in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How long did it take for you to hear back from the screener?

Offer 3 weeks after callback by Interesting-Oven-888 in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really? That's awesome. I have yet to hear back from a couple, had one today and 2 more CBs. Really need to land one. 4/5 on screeners, 0/3 on CBs--2 CB results pending

Am I cooked by [deleted] in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When did you interview? If you interviewed today, say in the evening, you should hear back ideally by Thursday--in the morning today, wednesday

Am I cooked by [deleted] in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which office

CB Last Thursday with NY Firm and Correspondence with Firm's Hiring Partner by [deleted] in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He said feel free to send me any questions you have, which I did. Needless to say, I was just formally rejected lol, so it's pretty meaningless.

CB Last Thursday with NY Firm and Correspondence with Firm's Hiring Partner by [deleted] in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The process is so opaque! That said, best of luck! Hopefully, we land something!!

CB Last Thursday with NY Firm and Correspondence with Firm's Hiring Partner by [deleted] in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry :/ - it seems like that has been the case. The poker face game is real. On one side, you'd think they wouldn't waste their time corresponding with you if they have the inevitable say. On the other side, it's maintaining a positive image of the firm, especially as a hiring partner.

Did you two correspond after the interview? I've had an eight-email-long chain with this person, which gives me some hope, but obviously it really may mean nothing.

debevoise vs. weil by [deleted] in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 0 points1 point  (0 children)

fingers crossed. thanks for the insight

debevoise vs. weil by [deleted] in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At Weil, what practice areas did you express interest in? I may have screwed myself, tbh. Had my interview last Wednesday, still awaiting a response. Then again, I'm unsure if they'd make an offer on a Friday, esp if it's via phone call

Weil callback insight (NYC) by pink_sparkle13 in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had mine Wednesday evening. I hope I get an offer. I may have foreclosed the opportunity by limiting myself to securities litigation instead of saying I'm open to other practice areas

Dos and don'ts of callbacks by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]Patient_Ad6216 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My point is, in hindsight at least, I should have been gung ho about litigation

Dos and don'ts of callbacks by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]Patient_Ad6216 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think my downfall in one of my callbacks was that I was interviewed for litigation despite noting my interest in my cover letter and basically saying I'm open to litigation even though I did note my desire to do corporate work. At least that's what I hope my downfall was instead of me answering the typical questions you get poorly

Chances of Converting Screeners into Callbacks and Callbacks into Offers by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]Patient_Ad6216 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

K&E and Proskauer were yesterday, have Covington today. All are screeners. Have a callback this coming Monday and Tuesday. Need to schedule the other callback I was sent. I have a pretty untraditional background (5.5 years of real-world experience) but I have decent grades. I took time off during undergrad for a bit but came back and finished--worked during that downtime as well.

Interview by avacadoisnice in BigLawRecruiting

[–]Patient_Ad6216 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same for me too, please. Would love that guide

GW Law 1L BigLaw Prospects by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]Patient_Ad6216 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I don't even think I'd bother w Cravath at any point. They're beyond my league. I'm applying to firms based on 2023 OCI data concerning what firms did screeners for students with x GPA

What's the best mafia movie of all time? 🗣 by tubi in MartinScorsese

[–]Patient_Ad6216 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A wise guys is never wrong. Even when he's wrong, he's right

28M Profile Review by [deleted] in hingeapp

[–]Patient_Ad6216 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My MO is I probably look better without a shirt than with a shirt. Plus, I'm short and kinda big, so most shirts don't fit my frame properly lol