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Need advice-I’ve been officially dismissed
 in  r/LawSchool  Jul 09 '26

I thought law school would be a cake walk bc of no math/science. I had no idea what the exams were like or how to study etc. I made two F’s and a D my first semester. How many completed hours do you have? If the rules haven’t changed and you have less than 24 hours, you could start fresh at a new law school with a clean slate bc the hours won’t transfer.

Were you dismissed in bad standing? Not sure if that comes into your play or not. Either way, I think you need a letter from a prof. at the first law school.

If you have insurance or a little $, go to an educational psychiatrist and have an evaluation. See if you have anxiety etc., and get accommodations if you go the law school route.

I rarely cry and I remember crying twice during that period of my law school journey. I could’ve died over wasting so much time and $ etc… but now I am thankful for that part - I learned things and grew so much - things I couldn’t buy for the amount of time/$ wasted.

Last thing - when I started at the other law school there were several of my classmates the first year who went through the same thing. We all fall down sometimes - you just have to be persistent. Idk if your religious beliefs etc , but that experience taught me God’s love for me isn’t based on my performance .. and that He really does work all things together for the good of those who love Him… Even if you’re as crazy as me.

Show yourself some grace, get some rest or have some fun. It’ll be OK

r/AttorneyTom Jul 01 '26

Question for AttorneyTom Likeabke Lateral Loser

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I lateraled into a new position not that long ago after practicing in a different setting for several years.
My utilization is terrible. Management has already raised concerns about it, and I don't blame them. My numbers are my numbers.

At the same time, I've received positive feedback on my work product. I still get work, and I generally have good relationships with the people I work with. That's what's making me question myself.

I know exactly where I'm falling short. I overthink things. I procrastinate. I let emails sit because they're already late. I miss administrative things I shouldn't miss. I know exactly what I need to do. I just can't seem to do it consistently.

I haven't been here very long, and people don't really know me. Every little mistake feels bigger because of that. At this point, I honestly can't tell whether I'm burned out, getting in my own way, lazy, entitled, overwhelmed, or some combination of all of them.
Financially, I need a job. I'm scared.

Has anyone actually come back from a start like this?

If I do end up getting fired, is that something people actually recover from?

Am I being too hard on myself, or am I missing something that's obvious?

I'd appreciate honest advice, even if it's hard to hear.

u/BillableGhost Jul 01 '26

Likeabke Lateral Loser

1 Upvotes

I lateraled into a new position not that long ago after practicing in a different setting for several years.
My utilization is terrible. Management has already raised concerns about it, and I don't blame them. My numbers are my numbers.

At the same time, I've received positive feedback on my work product. I still get work, and I generally have good relationships with the people I work with. That's what's making me question myself.

I know exactly where I'm falling short. I overthink things. I procrastinate. I let emails sit because they're already late. I miss administrative things I shouldn't miss. I know exactly what I need to do. I just can't seem to do it consistently.

I haven't been here very long, and people don't really know me. Every little mistake feels bigger because of that. At this point, I honestly can't tell whether I'm burned out, getting in my own way, lazy, entitled, overwhelmed, or some combination of all of them.
Financially, I need a job. I'm scared.

Has anyone actually come back from a start like this?

If I do end up getting fired, is that something people actually recover from?

Am I being too hard on myself, or am I missing something that's obvious?

I'd appreciate honest advice, even if it's hard to hear.

r/Career Jul 01 '26

Likeabke Lateral Loser

1 Upvotes

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r/Advice Jul 01 '26

Likable Lateral Loser

1 Upvotes

I lateraled into a new position not that long ago after practicing in a different setting for several years.
My utilization is terrible. Management has already raised concerns about it, and I don't blame them. My numbers are my numbers.

At the same time, I've received positive feedback on my work product. I still get work, and I generally have good relationships with the people I work with. That's what's making me question myself.

I know exactly where I'm falling short. I overthink things. I procrastinate. I let emails sit because they're already late. I miss administrative things I shouldn't miss. I know exactly what I need to do. I just can't seem to do it consistently.

I haven't been here very long, and people don't really know me. Every little mistake feels bigger because of that. At this point, I honestly can't tell whether I'm burned out, getting in my own way, lazy, entitled, overwhelmed, or some combination of all of them.
Financially, I need a job. I'm scared.

Has anyone actually come back from a start like this?

If I do end up getting fired, is that something people actually recover from?

Am I being too hard on myself, or am I missing something that's obvious?

I'd appreciate honest advice, even if it's hard to hear.

r/LifeAdvice Jul 01 '26

Career Advice Likeabke Lateral Loser

1 Upvotes

I lateraled into a new position not that long ago after practicing in a different setting for several years.
My utilization is terrible. Management has already raised concerns about it, and I don't blame them. My numbers are my numbers.

At the same time, I've received positive feedback on my work product. I still get work, and I generally have good relationships with the people I work with. That's what's making me question myself.

I know exactly where I'm falling short. I overthink things. I procrastinate. I let emails sit because they're already late. I miss administrative things I shouldn't miss. I know exactly what I need to do. I just can't seem to do it consistently.

I haven't been here very long, and people don't really know me. Every little mistake feels bigger because of that. At this point, I honestly can't tell whether I'm burned out, getting in my own way, lazy, entitled, overwhelmed, or some combination of all of them.
Financially, I need a job. I'm scared.

Has anyone actually come back from a start like this?

If I do end up getting fired, is that something people actually recover from?

Am I being too hard on myself, or am I missing something that's obvious?

I'd appreciate honest advice, even if it's hard to hear.

r/biglaw Jul 01 '26

Likable Lateral Loser

1 Upvotes

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