Awesome. And first.

He's my bitch, Nasty Nate. Get your own!

The Squirrel Master

Actually, I'd rather do document review than deal with CongressCritters.

Nice to have a positive story in these pages.

If we can agree on nothing, can we at least agree that the only purpose of this totally uninteresting, uninformative, and meaningless article is that Lat wanted to use it as a vehicle to express his gay lust for this dude.

Ew.

How do you pronounce "Uighur"?

There is an orgy in Mystal's mouth tonight and everyone is invited!

I'm glad the Uighers were released. On the other hand, it sure would be nice if BigLaw spent more time defending the victims of terrorism, or helping prosecute terrorists, than defending the detainees at Gitmo.

2 Uighurs 1 Cup

6 = win

Congrats to Bingham!

RE: 7

I think it's pronounced wee-gar or wee-gur. may be wrong, though.

yawn

yawn

Can you imagine being imprisoned for 8 years without justification?

"We sometimes like to think of the figures we write about in these pages as characters in a novel."

"We like to highlight examples of Biglaw associates who get to do especially interesting or high-profile work."

Non-funny introductions that explain in a self-reflective lame way why you are writing a story that is not nearly as fun as the gossip that this cite was built on.

Oh well.

First to say he looks like a Lebanese Alfalfa at age 45.

16 - I'd go to prison for 8 years if I could spend the rest of my life after that in Bermuda with room and board paid.

I'm glad he's doing good work and all that, but handsome? Please. Not even by law school standards.

First to say that bloggers who inject homoeroticism into everything they write about are TTT.

6 = jealous

Robots!
All sorts of robots fill this earth, most of them disguised as fish. Some of them, the ones who still mostly look like fish but who kind of look like humans, are able to secure jobs, mostly as teachers. They are always met with a degree of suspicion in their teaching interviews. The school principals often assert, “You look mostly like a fish, don’t you? But you also look like a human! And you are a damn good teacher. But how do I know you aren’t one of those robots, since lots of robots have fish-like characteristics and all of them are good at teaching?” When this happens, the robots usually demur, pointing to the fact that they look somewhat like humans and that not all humans look alike. Some of the principals buy this logic right away and don’t need any more convincing. Others remain skeptical since they can’t get over the fact that the interviewees still really look and act like fish. They have gills, fins, fish tails, fish heads, and they swim around in small little fish bowls. The robots have to put on all the moves with these principals. They point to their little briefcases and the fact that they are wearing little suits and ties. “Would a robot-fish wear a suit and tie?” they ask. This question leaves the principals stunned and they are usually offered a job right on the spot, pending a background check, which they often fail since the background check easily uncovers that they are robot-fish and/or child molesters.

Are the rumors about Boston chicks true?

definitely handsome, just doesn't have the hollywood look, which makes him more interesting

16

Can you imagine being locked away for 8 years in solitary while the principal and interest on your law school loans increases?!

Now that's cruel and unusual punishment -- getting out in the sunlight blinking like an unshaven mole and being stuck with a bill for $500,000 for a bill that was originally $150,000.

What if Bingham lays him off next week?

16 - as an 8th year BigLaw associate, I can very well imagine that...

Mr. Pinney, I realize the dress code for the non-peer firm that employs you is subpar, however, if you are appearing before a Congressional committee, I suggest that you NOT wear shirts with button down collars. Also, blue shirts with yellow ties is so 1990s. Update your wardrobe and stop trying to hide the fact that you are going bald by combing the couple of strands of hair you have on your forehead. Whoever called this oaf handsome needs an eye exam.

7,

It's pronounced just the way it looks.

Dinosaurs!
The world we live in is controlled by dinosaurs. They are right in the open. The mayor of every large city in America is a dinosaur. The President of the United States is a dinosaur. Every single bus driver is a dinosaur. You are a dinosaur since dinosaurs are the only creatures still able to read on this planet. In fact, dinosaurs are the only creatures left on this planet. The whole world is one big desert filled only with dinosaurs, except for some huge rainforests and oceans teeming with wildlife. There are also robots mostly disguised as fish. Only a few of these creatures could beat up a dinosaur, however. Only like 90% of them could beat up a dinosaur.

Gaping massholes!

26 - you're right - i take it all back!

7/13,

Correct - it's pronounced "we grrr."

29: The 80s called. It wants its two tone Gordon Gekko shirt back.

23 = most hilarious and creative post in ATL history

This comment is addressed to post no. 35.

It's called a banker's shirt, not a two tone shirt you indolent dolt. As for the '80s, I read a couple of posters comment about that period being the heyday of being an attorney. I believe the fellow who blew a line of angel dust on his secretary's posterior worked for us. I seem to recall an associate doing blow in the Central Park boathouse men's room during the Christmas Party of '88. Those were some remarkable days. I particularly miss how it was accepted as an industry practice to overbill without question. The clients never questioned our bills. Who was president then? Ronald Reagan. Who is president now? Comrade Obama. Today is the worst time to be a lawyer. Conclude what President would your career fourish under.

PE - Paint me confused. Are you a has been banker or a has been lawyer?

WE-gur

23 -

I agree:

http://video.yahoo.com/network/101149635?v=5458751&l=5144224

The posts about Boston chicks shitting on everyone are gross.

PE and I went to Harlem after we left the cigar bar last night. We heard the Spider Simpson Orchestra. Wonderful music.

PE - What is the most important case that you personally have tried in your "decades of experience"? Giving away just one won't reveal your identity or that of your "peer firm."

"Biglaw associates who get to do especially interesting or high-profile work" -LOL!!

PE - What is the most important case that you personally have tried in your "decades of experience"? Giving away just one won't reveal your identity or that of your "peer firm.
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Unbiased observer: PE is a dick sucking piece of shit. Not the big turd kind of shit, but the little specks that best represent his standing in the legal community. PE isn't a partner of any law firm. He's not even an associate in BigLaw. He's a little dipshit law clerk, who can't find a job.

This comment is addressed to post no. 45.

You made my day. I can feel your rancor and frustration in your post. Please fantasize about my penurious life as a law student or law clerk at will. I am someone that you can never be. Accept it and toil away in your miserable existence.

45=MysTTTal

Having actually met Jason, I can attest to the fact that 1. he is much better looking in person. Who looks good in their firm bio photo? 2. More importantly, he is one of the most intelligent and genuine lawyers (two words that don't often go together) I know. He should be getting recognition for his dedication to his Gitmo clients rather than being critiqued for his outfit choice. (seriously 29, who are you? Maybe you should look into a job at Brooks Bros. rather than spending your days posting on ATL. Just a suggestion.)

Ain't he go to villanova law? cuz I swear I saw him in my torts class?

This comment is addressed to post no. 48.

Brooks Brothers? Is that where law grads and young associates go to for their suits these days? What a pity. If you find Mr. Pinney attractive, perhaps you should dine at this Mediteranean place on McDougal Street. The guy behind the counter cutting the halal meat bears a striking resemblance to Mr. Pinney.

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it's stupid to insult a fellow's looks just because he did something notable and was recognized for it by lat.

i know it gives you the giggles, but shut your grocery holes.

Can you imagine unleashing terrorists after 8 years because stupid liberals care more about them than the survival of their own country?

A sixth year associate gets to do substantive work that leads to genuine success for him, and we're dumping all over his clothes and the picture on his firm bio?

How about more stories like this? It'd be a nice break from the constant doom and gloom to hear about associates who are actually doing something worthy of recognition.

This comment is addressed to post no. 54 (hello Mr. Pinney).

I guess we should all give you a standing ovation for your tireless efforts in securing the freedom of detained terrorists. I would give you much deserved credit for helping a worthy cause such as defending battered mothers. However, I am hardly moved by your efforts to change the diet for the Gitmo detainees from cockmeat sandwiches to halal beef.

Mr. Pinney, fyi, half windsor knots are also vestiges of last decade's fashion. Learn how to tie a full windsor knot.

PE,

Where do you recommend law grads and young associates shop for suits? What is wrong with Brooks Brothers?

This comment is addressed to post no. 56.

Not in any particular order:

1) Loro Piana
2) Brioni
3) Zegna
4) Tessori
5) Galante Uomo

I haven't worn a Brooks Brothers' suit since 1981. Do they still have the shop around the block from the Yale Club? I remember nothing but misguided souls going there to drop a pretty dime on outdated suits.

The Uighur situation in China is very similar to that of the Tibetans and there's a Tiananmen Square type of standoff taking place right now.

Communist China is doing its totalitarian thing on them and what's appalling is that US is now backing them up because of economic interests.

The Uighers are the people of the Silk Road and have a fascinating history and culture. I saw them when I took a trip to China and thought they looked cool..

They are tall, proud and handsome -- more Russian Mongolian looking than the Chinese. The men wear flamboyant capes and interesting hats and there is a beautifully ornate quality to Uighur dress, crafts and tableware.

@PARTNER EMERITUS

"I have been an attorney for 40 plus years." (?)

You must be hobbling around the office wondering where the mimeograph and Thermofax machines are located. You keep asking your secretary why there is a TV attached to your electric typewriter.

You are out-of-touch, and your time has passed.

If we need your legal briefs for the Rule in Shelley's Case, or opinions in other ancient matters, we'll ask.

Until then, go to Staples and try to locate the carbon paper, the office is all out.

Lastly, you've been de-equitized, Counsel Emeritus.

- The Partnership