Chapter 7 should have a but here

Hearing Kate's tone, Gu Zheng had long anticipated this.

At that time, handling the system tasks once a month would be quite delightful

Kate, sitting behind the table, also smiled and said, "You just arrived in Los Angeles, and I have prepared a sheet inside with some very distinctive restaurants for your reference"

Gu Zheng did not shy away either, and began to assess another core figure of power in the office

In any case, since they do not mention it, Gu Zheng also pretends to know nothing.

The reason he did not call in advance is precisely because there is not a single note related to Gardner in that phone book

Upon considering this, Gu Zheng felt a sense of peace and justification as he accepted the card, having successfully endured the first wave of the sugar-coated shelling

There are certainly customer resources, but they are likely annotated with complaints such as 'the paranoid in a black hoodie', 'the never-changing blonde bangs guy', and 'the engineering guy who wears a gray T-shirt until it wears out'.

Josie grabbed a yellow envelope from the table and handed it to Gu Zheng

Most of the offices in the entire firm are separated by glass partitions that allow for good light transmission. When necessary, blinds can be used for separation, making the entire space appear large. The office environment also exhibits an open posture, with everyone busy at work.

Josie leaned against Kate's desk, arms crossed over her chest, and said with a smile: "This is a credit card; you can use it to treat clients to meals, and all expenses will be charged to the firm's account. I believe you should know that when we meet with clients, we cannot afford to be stingy with our investments"

Such a person not only personally came down to welcome him, but also took care of his emotions along the way, making it feel less like treating a capable new employee and more like treating a cash cow

The sixteenth floor primarily consists of conference rooms, the seventeenth floor serves as the office space for various departments, and the eighteenth floor is designated for the offices of the partners

As he walked from the front desk to the office, Gu Zheng felt that time was passing far too slowly

There should be a but here

Let it be, we will endure as long as we can

I am also honored to join Gardner & Kin Law Firm, and I believe I will have a wonderful time here. The flower palanquin is carried by everyone together, and Gu Zheng did not force himself to act aloof; after all, these are just some conventional phrases.

The business of Gardner Gold on the East Coast is unattainable, but the business of * maps * and books on the West Coast can be contended for

Next, we need to discuss your career planning at this firm. We understand that you have previously worked as a paralegal at Pearson Firm for a period of time, possessing experience in trial proceedings and second chair experience, making you fully qualified for promotion to partner within our firm

... ...

A great place is indeed a generous place

Upon thinking of this, Gu Zheng felt a tremor in his heart as he suddenly realized that he seemed to have overlooked one point: the original owner had come from a prestigious law firm in New York and must possess a substantial amount of client resources

Faced with the apologetic gazes of Kate and Josie, Gu Zheng's expression was very serious, yet internally he was filled with complaints: "So it turns out I am this impressive, I didn't even know! The problem is, what are you two apologizing for? I have no idea what consensus the original owner reached with you, couldn't it have been written down in the employment letter?"

Although Gardner Gold cannot be compared to the Pearson firm in New York, for many wealthy individuals and large corporations, their business needs extend across the United States and even globally

Recalling the reason for missing Christine's message yesterday, Gu Zheng felt a heaviness in his heart

After meeting Gardner and the books, he found that there was a 'handsome middle-aged man who is either a thief or a scoundrel' who seemed to fit Gardner's image quite well

However, after a period of refinement, Kate's demeanor blends sharpness and gentleness exceptionally well, not giving off an impression of cold elegance upon first meeting

The main focus is on Gardner, the named partner and managing partner of this firm, who seems to be excessively enthusiastic towards this newly hired lawyer, far exceeding Gu Zheng's expectations.

Although the Gardner Law Firm occupies the 15th to 18th floors, the reception is located on the 16th floor, and the elevator is configured to restrict access to floors other than the 16th, making the Gardner Law Firm on these four floors function as an independent four-story building

This is my office, and opposite is Kate Kim's office, another named partner in our firm. You haven't met yet, let me introduce you.

As the two entered, Kate, who was working, slowly raised her head, crossed her arms, and smiled at Gu Zheng

Gu Zheng opened it, and inside were some necessary documents, as well as a type of credit card

Gu Zheng followed closely behind Josie Gardner, his back drenched in cold sweat, recalling the scene that had just unfolded. At least three men had walked out and were approaching from that direction, and he could only rely on his intuition to take a gamble, which he fortunately got right.

Kate spoke softly, her tone very gentle, leaving no room for any feelings of rebuttal in the hearts of others

Gu Zheng was somewhat taken aback; in his previous life, before dedicating himself to legal aid, he did not have the qualification to access such an unlimited account of the law firm directly

After a moment of silence, Gu Zheng nodded and said, "I can accept this choice, but..."

Kate Jin possesses a classical beauty, even though she is at least over 40 years old. Nevertheless, she exudes a sharp aura, somewhat reminiscent of Christine Laura, whom I encountered a couple of days ago

Unlike this card, providing it means there is no fear of you misreporting expenses, nor is there concern about you wasting the firm's money, as the benefits and treatment are excellent

But ... ...

However, as long as you perform well in the first year, both of us will support you in becoming a partner. We appreciate your efforts

Hello. After meeting Gu Zheng, Kate said with a smile, "I have heard Josh mention you, a wonderful young man. Welcome to Gardner Gold Law Firm."

Along the way, Josie Gardner also introduced the situation of Gardner & Goldstein Law Firm to Gu Zheng, helping him to clarify the details.

Gu Zheng does not understand the power structure of this firm, but as a named partner, Gardner is undoubtedly one of the centers of power within the firm

After speaking, Josie Gardner led Gu Zheng into another office

The two individuals walked from the sixteenth floor up the stairs to the eighteenth floor

Their reimbursements require them to first pay out of pocket, keep the invoices, and submit them to the firm's finance department, then wait for a period of thirty to fifty days to recover the funds they advanced, which creates significant pressure

Here are some of your belongings. For specific basic items, you can go to the logistics department on the fifteenth floor to collect them. This place only contains some relatively important items

Do not think that you can win me over with money; at worst, I will work hard to find some client information from the original owner and help you bring in a couple of clients.

Once he clarifies all the assets of the original owner and earns a few months' salary here, he can begin to prepare his retirement plan

However, Kate's "but" indeed arrived. Our firm's partners, after a meeting, believe that your experience as a chief attorney is still insufficient, so you will start as a first-year attorney.