Hi Silk,I think you shoul do what feels right for you...I'll be waiting to hear how this turns out,Steve

hiya Silk :)   I know... yes its me... don't fall on the floor in shock LOL.  I know I hardly post here but I do read posts and I can't help but reply to your dilema.  I too am a paralegal and although for the past 5 years I have worked for a developer/builder, I have worked for lawyers for 25 years.  I know exactly what you are saying.  My advice... since you asked ... ..  is go for the other jobs.  With experienced paralegals being very rare lately, your current firm is obviously trying to meet their budget which caps wages and you are the one paying for it.  I too worked for a lawyer that was never in the office and when he was he was on the phone to his family for 6 hours a day.  I ran his practice for him.  He took the kudos and I took the crap.  When wages were discussed all I heard was... we need to give only cost of living raises, or you are very good at your job but you are the highest paid in the office and it wouldnt be fair to the others... etc etc.  I quit... went to work for a builder... and it was the best move I ever made in my life.  He hasnt changed... his current assistant gets paid less than what I made... and the lawyer survived the change.  In jobs today, I dont think there are many employers who will put you first ahead of whats good for the company.  My thinking has always been that I look out for myself and make myself #1 priority because thats what will get me through life.  I say go for the new job.  It sounds exciting and new and I agree with the 'get it in writing' part as that is the only thing that committs them to their promises .  :)  Keep us posted!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I know that evryone will read this...I know this lady personally over coffee at times when she was in Kamloops...she's a great gal,terrific sense of houmor and a very bright,quick mind...she'd be an asset to any endevor if people had enough brains to realize it.....YOU GO GIRL!!!    Hugs,Steve

 

 

 

 

 

 

You did the right thing Silken....proud of you girl!!!!!!!

Hi Silk...

 

Suggetion clear out all of the editorials. Did you get an employment letter that outlined all of these "promises"? Why not? I have found that when I have, there are typically fewer "misunderstandings". Its not a contract but a very good reminder that there are things that they need to perform to and not "forget". There is no need to trust any company. I have worked contract in the automotive field since 1985 and have been knocked about and learned a few things like that. Leave for the new job - Yes! The old job boss will do this again and more. 

 

Perhaps this is a bit crusty but few bosses actually care about their employees.

 

Brian

Sounds to me like you've already decided.  Go for it girl.  I wish you the very best of luck.  Keep us posted.  Silverlox

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