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We had an alumni open two bars/restaurants in our town. He is doing quite well for himself. He says how he'd rather deal with his business partners than firm partners. Also, he hated suits and can be seen wearing tshirts and jeans at work at all times. He always looks happy.

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Similar to my eventual goal. SO is buying in on a bar in two months and we’re in talks with potential additional biz partners to start up a catering company. So excited for the possibilities

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There was an ex-associate who posted a few months ago that she left to pursue art.

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You’re really only limited by your imagination! Listen to these podcasts for inspiration. You’ll find that there are former lawyers doing anything and everything!!

The Former Lawyer Podcast by Sarah Cottrell

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-former-lawyer-podcast/id1475378148

The Lawyer’s Escape Pod by Megan Smiley

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lawyers-escape-pod/id1476109108

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