Friday, January 05, 2007
It’s been busy with the in-laws and wrapping up my last week at work. Today was my last day! I took some pictures of the office and with some of the partners. I’ve been so sleep deprived…time for some rest. My in-laws are leaving tomorrow and thus begins the countdown of 17 days till my new job. 17 days to live it up.
My office, partially packed –
The hallway I walked down every day –
Our front door from the inside –
The nice waiting area I have never sat in –
Goodbye private practice, hello government work!
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Monday, December 18, 2006
My firm is looking for a first-year associate to replace me. They’ve done well with UC Davis Law graduates but I’m sure they’re open to anyone who is interested in land use, environmental law, water law, or civil litigation (mainly condemnation and commercial). Spread the word! Contact me if you have any leads or interest. Here’s the firm website.
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Saturday, December 16, 2006
I got my performance review at work this week. It was quite positive. I wasn’t expecting many of the comments, given that I am typically really hard on myself. Some of the more amusing ones:
Maybe we’re not giving her enough work.
Particularly good at understanding instructions, especially for a first year.
(Verbal Skills) Once she gets going, she is able to get her point across well.
(Legal Argument) Seems to have a little trouble getting off a neutral position and into argument mode.
(Planning and Organizing) I think she might be a little too busy lately and that she has become a little scattered.
She is probably the best typist in the firm and really understands how to use Word.
Seems calm and poised, but sometimes being quiet just gives that impression.
I have never seen her interact with her secretary, and I think she pretty much operates without one.
My favorite is the last one. There are reasons for that, which I won’t get into here. Overall, I was blown away by how positive their impressions are. It makes me sad to leave the firm, but I don’t think private practice is for me. Only time will tell…
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