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When did you know law school was right for you?

I am starting college this fall and am considering majoring in political science and going to law school after I graduate. Considering the commitment and expense that law school requires, I am curious to learn what I should be looking for over the next few years to reassure me that a career in law might be right for me. As a law professional, what experiences, feelings, interests, etc did you have during college that looking back were clues that you were meant to be a lawyer?

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Job’s Answer

I was a broker on the floor of the New York stock exchange at 22 and knew I wanted to become an attorney so I could build large real estate projects and market the losses to investors on Wall Street. For me it was all about money and my family had told me my entire life that I had to be an attorney.
I studied taxation, real estate, corporations, and trusts.
Law school was the first time I ever got a C. You are required to take classes on subject you have no interest in but need to know to pass the bar.
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Michael’s Answer

If you like to think, be analytical, problem solve, are curious, like to get answers to things by asking the right questions and if you enjoy reading and studying how others approach hypothetical circumstances, which often become real, then you will enjoy being a lawyer. Now, of course, while there are these mysteries to be figured out, and approaches to be taken and philosophies to implement, there is the business part of law, as well. Things like billable hours, stress, fighting (not literally) for success in a highly competitive profession. Often long hours. Responsibility for clients and trying to help them resolve issues, which can be great, but also very challenging and obligatory. Spend a day checking out a trial at your local courthouse. Volunteer at a law firm. Then, you'll know if it is right for you. Good luck. The profession needs caring, smart, creative people. I hope it is a good fit for you. All the best.
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