Hi all! I am currently a Legal Admin at a big law (5 years) and previously worked as a Paralegal (4 years). I will have my Masters in Legal Studies in two weeks and would like to get some advice on how to pivot away from admin roles and into compliance or contract analyst positions. I do not want to work on this side of the legal anymore. I have had three interviews so far, but I have been applying since June of last year. I appreciate any advice!

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