Just started working at a big law firm about 3 weeks ago in a completely different field than I expected nor wanted to be in (but I needed to start working asap). I’m just a baby lawyer but I can’t stop shaking the feeling that I don’t even want to be a lawyer. Is this just nerves? the environment? or is this an even normal feeling?

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Been here for a year. Not sure if law is for me either. Crazy how you think you want something till you have it.

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I know exactly how you feel! You need to take a step back and process this. Is it just new job nerves or are you not getting the supporting/training that you need. SUPER important to learn the difference.

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thank you! Greatly appreciate it!

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