the job hunt progress, entry no. 3

[kaylarudbek]

Okay, now I have finally hit my daily target (which is 95 resumes through today). I'm starting to submit to the local Biglaw firms despite my fear of layoffs etc., as in my particular field and location, I think that Biglaw is trying to expand its presence (at least at the moment). The worst they can say is no, (or maybe yes and then I get sucked into working for the real Dark Side).

So far: 2 phone interviews done, one in-person interview scheduled, one phone interview scheduled, some others possibly interested, one place really wants to talk to me but is afraid that I may be conflicted out, and one consulting gig tomorrow. The Old Man thinks I should charge at least $300/hour for consulting, as he says that the lawyers he deals with in the Heartland(tm) are charging $265/hour and they're not specialists on the West Coast. I will start at $300 and then be ready to drop down to $200 if they really, really scream (or I may be willing to take stock options, as they are a startup and so thin on cash most likely).

Debating: waking up (self and spouse) at oh-dark-thirty to go to an alumni tech breakfast. Plus: good networking chances. Minus: what the heck do I do until the gig then?

Comments

[roseprofessor.livejournal.com]

Sorry to hear that your former employer is cutting back. Let me pass along the following news item if you haven’t seen it. "Kirkland & Ellis LLP, Reed Smith and Alston & Bird LLP have all announced plans to set up shop in Palo Alto, Calif., bringing the total of NLJ250 firms with Valley branches to over 50." Klarquist Sparkman, LLP, Portland, OR, has also been looking for a patent attorney in the Law360 newsletter. Best of success to both of you, as I know from experience, finding two jobs in the same area is a daunting task.

[kaylarudbek.livejournal.com]

Yes, thank you very much for this news -- I should send my resume out to all of these as well.