Lawyer Salary

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Is baker’s remuneration justified for the culture at the firm? Heard good things but would like to learn more about the M&A teams specifically. Would appreciate valuable insight!

M&A there has the biggest rainmakers and up and coming hotshots like Theodore.

Very decent hours and lax adherence to billable targets.

Best increments and bonuses because other departments depend on them.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

hello guys, i need some help in deciding between SUSS llb or to continue in my current industry.

The problem with SUSS llb is that the curriculum doesnt seem as good as the other 2 law schools and it takes 4.5 years to complete on what seems like a part- time basis. Are there any seniors that can give some input on the rigour of the curriculum and if I should apply for the school.

Not a SUSS grad but the reality is that legal industry remains quite elitist when it comes to opportunities within the industry. Perception remains that suss law is not of comparable quality so i encourage you to think beyond just the sch curriculum (which i think is far from rigourius for one to get good grasp of law) and consider if you are prepared to work extra hard in practice to prove that you can make it (at least quality wise) in the industry. Otherwise you will end up stuck in small law firms and your opportunities as a lawyer will be limited graduating from a "comminity law focused" law sch.

Was formerly from big 4 construction practice (did mainly disputes, but some front end work). Spent 4 years in practice and moved inhouse for 1.5 year. Is there a chance to move back to practice to a front-end role? don't mind a cut in PQE

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Was formerly from big 4 construction practice (did mainly disputes, but some front end work). Spent 4 years in practice and moved inhouse for 1.5 year. Is there a chance to move back to practice to a front-end role? don't mind a cut in PQE

Big 4 always need warm bodies. If you can hit the ground running, I'm sure they will take you in.

Otherwise can try the mid tier construction teams like Harry E, Rodyk.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

M&A there has the biggest rainmakers and up and coming hotshots like Theodore.

Very decent hours and lax adherence to billable targets.

Best increments and bonuses because other departments depend on them.

Thanks for this, very helpful. Any idea how many trainees they take per year?

Does anyone have more information about the Linklaters office in Singapore? Etc. culture, work, trainee intake. Recently saw that they started summer internships 2024 but not sure if it has always been there in prior years.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Thanks for this, very helpful. Any idea how many trainees they take per year?

I’m pretty sure OP was being sarcastic fyi.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

I’m pretty sure OP was being sarcastic fyi.

Which part is sacarstic? I have heard good things about Baker corporate as well.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

I’m pretty sure OP was being sarcastic fyi.

Pretty sure he was not trolling.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Thanks for this, very helpful. Any idea how many trainees they take per year?

Approx 15 trainees depending on hiring needs