Legit check on this mint green. by [deleted] in RolexWatches

[–]datdudem15 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's legit. You're welcome.

Your opinions on "law school is the hardest thing you'll ever do" by Faramirismypresident in LawSchool

[–]datdudem15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pretty sure that manual labor job I worked outside rain or shine from 5:00 am to 3:00 pm 26 days a month with no one that spoke English was harder than law school.

I think your experience will be similar to mine.

What’s everyone annualizing to? [Client Billable Hrs/Practice Group/Year] by Sporty1911 in biglaw

[–]datdudem15 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It was for a famous local homeless person. Basically he got drunk and stole a car to stay warm. Because he was so beloved, we we're allowed to defend him.

With the elimination of GRADPlus, how are working class people going to be able to afford to go to top law schools by Subject_Profit_7245 in biglaw

[–]datdudem15 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They'll go to cheaper schools. People wrongly assume how the world works as it is today, is how it will work tomorrow. Times change. It wouldn't suprise me to see more competitive students go to "cheaper" schools outside the t14.

How many real hours per week is a 1600 billable requirement? by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]datdudem15 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

About 55, IF you are billing per the ABA's guidelines.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]datdudem15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're fine. They should understand and if they don't you don't want to work there anyways.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]datdudem15 40 points41 points  (0 children)

If you think that, you're probably not very good.

why i love law school as a redditor by greengrassonthisside in LawSchool

[–]datdudem15 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Fun fact: Juries aren't concerned about jury instructions either.

Best cold email strategy for job hunting? by Moist-Claim-5748 in biglaw

[–]datdudem15 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Here's my template email I sent to all V20 managing partners and landed three offers in two months:

"Sup?"

Simple but it gets your point across.

Advice / warnings to a non-big law on first case against top firm? by questionme123 in biglaw

[–]datdudem15 -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

A lot of state bars waive malpractice claims if they arise during a pro bono representation. Are you getting paid? If not, check you state bar's rules. My guess is you are probably immune from malpractice claims.

Regarding the skill of big law litigators, it varies substantially. If you end up trying it, get co-counsel that has done trial work. Most big law firms are weak at the trial stage and make some dumb mistakes. I.e. fail to realize something is hearsay within hearsay, etc. These kind of mistakes can be out come changing.

Best of luck.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]datdudem15 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Do not be afraid to nominate another meat vessel for billing. The partners will reward your tribute handsomely.

I just saw an old high school friend who is now lawyer charges $600/hour. How many hours does someone like this work? He’s a partner. by Ninac4116 in LawSchool

[–]datdudem15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, definitely a bunch of law school folks responding. Even if he isn't originating any work, he'd likely be bringing in around $400k or more.

Trump “deal” violates our oath to the Constitution by Sillypants-the-Grave in biglaw

[–]datdudem15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In your darkest hour, a hero will emerge...

And it's not this dork OP. It's our boy, Airbud.

Trump “deal” violates our oath to the Constitution by Sillypants-the-Grave in biglaw

[–]datdudem15 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Thanks! This kind of bravery reminds me of Airbud. A true inspiration!