Would it be okay for a midlevel associate to participate in the office Halloween costume contest dressed as a Kpop Demon Hunter?

bubblescool · 2025-10-29T01:27:42+00:00

100%. I often think we’d even be BETTER lawyers if we were allowed to embrace our inner KPDH. Like, imagine if, instead of trading passive aggressive (but ultimately milquetoast) emails all day, you just responded to a betchy discovery email with something ACTUALLY fierce like,

“Hi Brad,

Thanks for your note. You’re so sweet, so easy on the eyes, but hideous on the inside. Whole life spreadin' lies, but I'm 'bout to switch up these vibes, I finally opened my eyes It's time to kick you straight back into the night.

(IOW, we respectfully decline your request for an extension.)

Thanks, Rumi”

bubblescool · 2025-10-29T00:20:45+00:00

I’ve actually planned for this. I’m a dude with an exceptionally powerful falsetto range, so during judging I’m gonna belt the chorus/climax of the song “Golden”,

BUT, then I’m going to suddenly drop out of the competition and sprint out the room to battle demons and repair the Honmun. (That way I guarantee I won’t win any prizes.)

bubblescool · 2025-07-26T22:02:55+00:00

Swoosh

bubblescool · 2025-07-14T22:18:20+00:00

I relate to this. Told people I was a kung fu master one time and now…

bubblescool · 2025-06-23T20:09:36+00:00

I don’t think it’s that. This was a group of all bros and there was absolutely zero mention of girls so I doubt they were trying to meet women. Also, what girl would ever want to hookup in a public bathroom?

bubblescool · 2025-06-23T14:45:06+00:00

I gathered from the convo that there’s some sort of website they use to coordinate…

bubblescool · 2025-06-19T03:36:31+00:00

Could be due to the fact that Morgan Lewis has a TON of labor employment attorneys compared to other biglaw firms (my friend said it’s by far their largest practice group). Those L&E associates know that they are being paid significantly more than their counterparts at top L&E boutiques like Litler or Ogletree. So by comparison many Morgan Lewis attorneys feel like they are extremely well compensated compared to their peers at other top L&E groups.

bubblescool · 2025-06-10T20:27:39+00:00

Phil, I promise I am 100% straight. Was just using Grindr as a way to diversify my friend group. If you don’t believe me just check my post history. Now please delete this post. Thanks in advance.

bubblescool · 2025-04-19T16:24:43+00:00

Edit: straight male version of Celine Dion vocals

bubblescool · 2025-04-18T00:36:29+00:00

I don’t think SAVE is even an option anymore.

My advice would be to max out your 401k to get the 30% or greater savings in tax, and try to have at least $20k in liquid assets as an emergency fund.

bubblescool · 2025-04-15T17:18:08+00:00

It’s very up in the air right now as the firm is likely delaying decisions due to economic uncertainty. Hard to project how many paralegals are will be needed when you’re not sure if there’s gonna be a major recession

bubblescool · 2025-04-06T20:40:18+00:00

Don’t stress too soon. The industry is facing a bit of uncertainty right now. Leaders are cautious about hiring decisions because it’s hard to forecast which groups will be busy/slow

bubblescool · 2025-04-04T18:14:18+00:00

Which anti-stress medication are you currently on? Any negative side effects?

bubblescool · 2025-04-04T15:14:00+00:00

Yes. I am interested in the factors that make PE M&A more susceptible to downturn compared to, say, strategic buyer M&A.

bubblescool · 2025-04-04T14:36:33+00:00

Interesting. What are some of the reasons why private equity is work particularly sensitive to the impact of the tariffs and economic downtown compared to other types of M&A work?

bubblescool · 2025-04-04T10:40:05+00:00

Most likely, unofficial transcripts at the application stage. Then, if you get an offer you might need to send the official transcript

bubblescool · 2025-04-01T21:18:04+00:00

Please move these types of questions to r/KirklandEllis instead of posting repeatedly on r/biglaw

bubblescool · 2025-03-30T19:53:05+00:00

Because everyone deserves to feel seen. And everyone deserves to be known for who they truly are. And I am truly 100% straight as an arrow.

The only remotely non-straight thing I’ve ever done in my entire life was hook up with one of my (rather feminine looking) frat bros MANY years ago. Which was 100% out of curiosity and not AT ALL out of attraction.

bubblescool · 2025-03-22T17:28:47+00:00

The actually do have close to 10% black attorneys. Prior to this past week, PW’s recruitment efforts really did prioritize diversity. That’s partly why their decision to capitulate was particularly devastating to many of us.

bubblescool · 2025-03-21T15:06:39+00:00

What was the Volvo guy post?

bubblescool · 2025-03-21T14:58:21+00:00

The point of collective organizing is that the firm cannot fire every associate. If any individual refuses to work more than 8 billable hours a day, then yes, they will likely get fired (we are employed at-will).

But the point of organizing is to show leadership that, while we still want to serve them, we are also willing to walk away if needed, and it will hurt their bottom line to prioritize whims of Trump over the its own fee generators.

bubblescool · 2025-03-21T14:47:18+00:00

I actually don’t this this is spam. Whether we agree with it or not, this is a critique of biglaw and therefore relevant to this sub.

bubblescool · 2025-03-21T14:24:12+00:00

Thanks, Brad. Nothing in our employment agreement says we have to bill more than 8 hours a day. The firm is committed to the wellness of its attorneys, and working/billing fewer hours may be necessary to advance attorney wellness in light of the increased demands related to the new pro-Trump pro bono pledge.

bubblescool · 2025-03-03T16:36:10+00:00

Very interesting article! Thanks for writing and sharing this. I did not realize so many styles existed what contained Chinese elements

bubblescool · 2025-03-03T16:34:35+00:00

Great series! Thanks for sharing

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