careerLaw
#RI-69a82281·about 1 month ago·
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“Failed as a lawyer, left articling after 16 months”
What Actually Happened
Struggled with addiction, depression, and mediocre grades; unemployable in law
What I wish I knew
"Mastering an area of law is key to getting hired"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider alternative careers or seek mentorship outside traditional paths"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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career Category
2,635
career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.6/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
41%
of career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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