WHAT THEY DONT TELL YOU ABOUT BEING A LAWYER | What being a lawyer is really like
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WHAT THEY DONT TELL YOU ABOUT BEING A LAWYER | What being a lawyer is really like
In this video, I discuss the things that aren't commonly told to people about what it is like to be a lawyer. I hope this video is helpful for any of you out there who are thinking about being lawyer. If you have any other lawyer topics you want me to do a video about, let me know in the comments or dm me on instagram at _theaspiringboss.
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Comment down below if you want to be a lawyer and what kind of lawyer you want to be!
I want to be an immigration or human rights lawyer. But realistically I want to be a JAG officer first and then create my own practice for the topics stated above.
Zahra Johnson i love that! I actually considered JAG for a hot second to ease the financial burden of student loans!
I wanna be a lawyer but I'm not sure of it's going to be a criminal or cooperate law
Family law and personal injury
I'm interested in entertainment law
“People will assume you know everything about the law” 😂😂😂 yes. I haven’t even entered law school yet and my family ask me that now.
SheGotFit lmao I’m glad you feel me! 😂
Lol. True that.
THIS COMMENT
Hahaha! Can relate so much
@@TheAspiringBossdo to q
I’ve work 8+ years at law firms being an accountant and everything she say is on point even for financial professionals
Studying for my ged at age 24 I’ll be graduating this year. I want to study law. History is very interesting to me. Also knowing my rights. Honestly I’ve had an amazing public defender, I’ve also seen people have not so great ones. I always wished someone could have the same experience as mine. It would be so rewarding to give some one the opportunity my lawyer gave me.
You can do it!!!!
Don’t give up keep going 🙏🙏
How is it going?
ever since i could speak, people have told me that i’d make a great attorney. i feel like the argumentative and logic based side of law would be perfect for me! a job where i could research, compile data and evidence, and argue would be the absolute dream! when i grow up i’m either gonna be a sleazy ambulance chaser (for funzies yknow?) or a defense attorney
You are the first person I've heard to tell it like it is. Law school does not prepare you for the PRACTICE of law. I really loved my law classes but ummm yea.
True
I'm 17 wanting to go into law. I wanna go into corporate law, but kinda have a passion for criminal law as well, so I am going to study just law in September.
ME TOO!! i am studying criminal law right now but i am also looking at corporate law
@@georgiaccount1238 is it hard?? And also I heard the job paying is not that good
@@georgiaccount1238 making a mistake
Thank you for making these kinds of videos!! Super enlightening for someone who is considering law but really has no clue what that entails. THANKS!
That email thing is BIG in all worlds. And always coming through on what you said you were going to do for sure...life and business.
you're soso helpful and down to earth in every video. thank you!!
Greetings Sister First congrats on having successfully completing law school and becoming an attorney. I can most certainly say you will always be on-call, our minds run a million miles a minute, you almost have to be nuts to be in this profession or nuts about this profession. This is a legal company and we get tons of questions and requests from friends family co workers anyone who know what you are, who you are. We connect with attys across country and you are correct that school does not prepare you for every practice, some things you will need to learn etc, we handle estates, wills, business formations contracts, and will eventually move into family law and real estate, notary etc. I enjoyed your video thoroughly and thanks!
I'm an atty but I do work 8-5 M-F . At 5pm I shut it down lol but I work for the government so when the shop is closed the shop is closed lol.
But yesss my cousins keep asking me to get their homeboys out of jail and I do admin law!
ooo girl that sounds amazing! I can't even imagine what it's like to get off at five and be done for the day! Dead @ your cousins, I can definitely relate LOL
😂😂😂 exactly!
Love the channel ! You make me wanna be a lawyer !
Thank you! I loved your video and it was so helpful!
I'm scared I wont be mentally equiped for the law world, I'm 23 and I'm planning to study law In September. Any advice?
I would say first be sure that this is the path you want to go down. Also, not being afraid to lean on your support system. Prepare yourself and the people around you for this new journey. Take breaks, lean on your faith (if you're religious) and plan things out and be as organized as you can. Hope that helps. Believe in yourself! You've got this!
Don't rush into it take a year off and think about it make sure that it is something you want it. Meet with a lawyer take him out to lunch and pick their brains about what they actually do
Loved this! I relate on so many points! Especially funny was that bit about how annoying logging your entries into your daily time sheet can be. Amen!! I just dread admin work 😂
Tina Amador-Robles yessss OMG I’m glad you feel me 😂😂 the worst lol
I stumbled upon your videos and LOVE the info you share!!! I
Thank you for being so helpful!!
Of course!!
it's the always on call for me! boundaries are important but, i definitely hear from clients late at night on the weekends sometimes. it comes with the territory lol
Whew I’m glad you understand! 😂
Binge watching your channel. You’re so helpful!
Thank you 💕💕
I’m just finishing my masters in family law and I really enjoy your videos..very informative and helpful. Thank you so much❤❤
I feel law school is meant to give you a broad perspective of what your options are when deciding on what you want to practice. So they kinda cover the basics of most things will be practiced as, anyone agree?
u are so right my dear...do what u can for ppl but knw ur limitations
Wow you’re a very dynamic person! I’m finishing my BA in a few months and getting the itch to go into law and you’re video answered many of my questions and “misconceptions” that I had so thank you friend and I’ll be subscribing to find out more. I really appreciate it
You’re very welcome!
Great info...Thank you counselor
Great information. Thank you, my Queen.
Thank you so much for all your videos. They are super helpful & easy to understand❤️You’re amazing!!
Hyojin Lee awww thank you !!❤️❤️
Love this! I’m a rising 2L wanting to go into family/juvenile law & I’m currently clerking with a firm. Definitely feeling the effects of not personally knowing any lawyers/law school not prepping us for practice lol 🙃 but this video was helpful! Thanks for sharing
Of course! Congrats on finishing your first year and securing a clerkship! It gets better, I promise lol. The good thing is you’re getting practice early, just continue to build genuine connections with people! 😊
@@Bekka241 sounds like you're projecting
I'm graduating with my bachelor's degree in marketing in May and I'm really considering going to law school after that. Thanks for the video
This sounds exactly what it is to be an Accountant. working all those hours and then having to build relationships through happy hour and other events can be overwhelming, especially when some of your coworkers seem to do it with so much ease , can make you a little insecure
Thank you for sharing.
Gorgeous reading., my Love, Elogence, and very well explain, 👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🙏👑💎💯.
thank you for posting this
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I'm not an attorney, but worked for years in a support role with attorneys in a healthcare system. The tips you are giving are very valid and I hope aspiring attorneys appreciate & head your advice. You are kind to share your experiences with others.
Been a lawyer for 12 years and worked in public sector, law firm, corporate law, and now a career counselor at law school. Great list! i will also add CLEs. This can be annoying to keep up with that has significant consequences if you don't and definitely does not get talked about in law school
So happy I found your channel.
Janeè Hannah awww thanks girl 💕
Great video! Thanks!
Great Content As well as needing a Great Mentor so important!!!! They need to talk about that. I,'m glad I went to Paralegal School Graduated and got on the Dean's List. That's why I'm pursuing Law School. Thanks for your Content!!!!I like Helping People!!!
I feel this. I went through a paralegal program that focused on litigation but now I work in-house for a commercial development company. My schooling definitely didn't help in that regard!
binge watching cause i really wanna be a lawyer and these are really interesting and helpful
yayyyyy!
I’m in the uk but I’m going into intellectual property law and I’m very excited. Love the video
Niceeeeee thanks for watching!
A big THANK YOU from a German lawyer.
Thank you, I was really afraid since I got accepted at law school but now I think everything will be ok
This is Great Lawyers Provide Solutions and Just keeping it 100$%
Thank you so much for this video! I want to become a lawyer too
You’re welcome!! Do you know what kind yet?
The video was very informative
Your channel is a life saver🥺😭🧡
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Great video very informative 🙏🏼❤️
Thank you!!
Love this!!
Julia's JD thank you!
This was great information
super insightful - i read a book called 'the secret barrister' which was an eye opener on being a lawyer in the UK, us Brits are odd!
I need to check it out!
this was great!!
Spot on girl!
I’m considering going to law school and this was super informative and these are all definitely things I already know how to handle mostly so this give me new excitement about applying
The Aria Woods Experience yay that makes me happy to hear! 😊
My role model just well catered for thank you sis!
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I’m 16 and I’ve always to be an lawyer and have my own law firm this video helped me alot💞
That’s awesome that you’re already thinking ahead at this age!! Thanks for watching ☺️
@@TheAspiringBoss why not you think about becoming judge
Very helpful thank you...
Thankyou! Coz I really want to take law.
Excellent video! I am a 4th year law student. I am doing law as a mid-life career changer. I have been a freelance paralegal / LDA for 12 years! I love the profession, and there are so many directions that you can take with it.
Could I ask how old you are? I’m old & I’m thinking about it.
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Love it!
It's so true people assume because one is a lawyer you know everything
I’m a paralegal heading into law school in September and I already know all of this! Excited to start. Been working at BigLaw for a couple of years now so I feel like I know a thing or two!
@Benicia 🤎 California. They may have some strange rules that let you work with attorneys for some period.
@Benicia 🤎 same, how’s it going for you?
@@Shanianayola So I went the paralegal ---> Lawyer route, recently becoming licensed, I worked FT during law school, hardest years of my academic life but it really does fly by and as much work as you get, it will not compare to being a practicing attorney
What materials did you use to study for the LSAT
@@denisetapia5649 you only need the practice tests (official ones) and the Logical Reasoning Bible (maybe games too). Everything else is a waste of money
Hi! Your vids are super helpful, so thank you for making them. What advice would you give for those who want to become Criminal Lawyers, as I’ve heard it’s pretty hard.
At a young age i wanted to be a lawyer and my dream is coming true.lm in law school and you are teaching me better stuff and i will understand more.thankyou love for the video and u deserve to go viral.
Thank you so much 💕💕
Hi, may i know what law school are you goin to?
This is encouraging ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤👍
Thank you for posting this. Question: What are your thoughts on someone who is forty-ish entering law school and what does their job prospects look like; for criminal law specifically?
This video was so helpful!!! Thx!
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Thank you 😊
Can you do a video on the different types of law? Like if you have any friends or co worker in different fields and have them give a brief input on how they find their field (including you❤) I know it's probably still quarentine, so maybe you can do an online meeting to ask the questions. It could even be live. 😍 It would be so interesting.
Zahra Johnson thanks so much for the idea! I love it and have definitely thought about doing a live. I’ve got to rally up some friends from different paths but I’m so down!
I actually like the thought of billable hours it sounds like it holds you accountable to work wisely and not procrastinate,
Thank you❤
I've worked as a Paralegal for 9 years, and all of this is ACCURATE.
Great informative video. Can you talk about what transactional law is and maybe give an example of the work you do?.ty
This is exactly my life as an Accountant for several small companies. I'm now studying to be a lawyer so nothing will change in my work life, I guess! 😅 Also my friends are always asking me for tax consultation (for free of course).
Working at a law firm as a legal assistant was a good idea because I know a few things you mentioned.
Awesome ❤️
I am on a binge of your videos and your advice is super helpful! I was wondering if you could talk about how you decided on going law school and figured out what you wanted to specialize in? I'm about to become a senior undergrad and law school is compelling but I'm worried it isn't for me (introverted and worried about work-life balance) and not worth the steep price tag to even apply.. I don't know if I should hustle now and get an application in to schools when I don't even know what kind of law I want to study, or just wait to apply and work to gain some life experience instead first. Would love to hear your insights on how you made the decision!!
Astrid Emyle hey! Thanks so much for watching! I can definitely make a video going into more detail about my experience and how I made my decisions. I think you can look into getting accepted and maybe deferring a year or two. Also maybe try some internships or summer jobs at a law firm. Even if not an intern you can get a glimpse into what it’s like to work at a law firm. Also there are many different avenues as a lawyer not just a traditional law firm job. Work life balance is definitely something i am still working on managing but i wouldn’t let being an introvert deter you! Thanks for the video topic idea, I will get on it! ☺️
@@TheAspiringBoss Thank you! I definitely want to look into getting some experience beforehand. I'm going to try my best to get in!!
Thanks for this I wanna be lawyer but I didn’t do good in high school but I am kind of people person down earth 🌏
If you have a friend who is a lawyer and want advice from that friend, offer something. Anything! Taking them out to lunch, offering some sort of service in return. One friend of mine offered to paint a picture of my cat if I helped her with a small legal issue. I appreciated it and we were both happy to be able to help the other.
There is liability with every question lawyers answers and I don't think people understand that either. The question that always makes me cringe and brace is: "Can I ask you a question?" I know that they're going to ask a legal question and then it puts me in this crappy position of having to either take the liability if I give a wrong answer (which often means I need to do research to make sure I'm giving the right answer) or I look like a jerk and say I don't offer legal advice outside of work.
So if you do have a friend who is a lawyer and want to ask a question, it goes a long way to offer a little something in return so that the friend doesn't feel taken advantage of. The only reason that friend has that answer is through years of hard work and stress.
More law videos!
I’m a realtor and a loan officer. Sometimes I want to add lawyer in the mix so I can write in whatever I want in a contract.
if law schools don't teach you how to be a transactional lawyer, then where do you obtain the knowledge and skills to be one? And how do you jump into that industry without those skills?
You find a firm that takes you in; then you grind.
Really what school really gives you the knowledge to be successful
Get an MBA that covers valuation and corporate finance..
Great video! Do you feel your advice is applicable to patent agents and patent attorney's who work on prosecutions?
I worked as a secretary formy first job a few years back and really loved the environment the firm offered, we focused on criminal law family law, conveyancing ect… It made me want to be a lawyer I moved on after that than a few months back I’ve been thinking about it again but I’m struggling on deciding.
I am currently in college rn aspiring to be a lawyer could you do a video on the type of person you have to be in order to maintain the life of a lawyer? also about the path you went on to achieve your success? Love this video btw 💕
Yes, I can. Adding it to my video ideas list.
Hi ! Love watching ur videos. Do you think you can make a video on different types of law ? I didn't know that
Yes, i have one already ☺️
Hey I love your channel. One of the biggest things I worry about is the work load. I have someone I love and I want to have life experiences. I'm afraid I'll be selling my soul if I become a lawyer. Do you have anything on work/life balance?
Hello, watching your video made me more comfortable and if you don't mind can you give me some tips.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEOS! COULD YOU PLEASE GIVE SOME ADVICES OF WHAT TO PICK FOR SUBJECTS IN HIGH SCHOOL AND WHAT DO GOOD IF YOU WANT TO BE A LAWYER IN THE FUTURE. IN IN YEAR 10. btw i love you XX and i am interested in criminal law
Thank you! High School, I would prob just focus on your core curriculum and getting good grades. You could try debate just to get a feel for the communication and analytical skills.
Very Interesting vid miss although this is not the job I want to pursue after
A text to a client is a billable communication
any advice you would give someone in regulars to trying to find out what type out lawyer they would like to become ? How to know what path they would be good in/ major they should do?
You mentioned at 6:00 that you have multiple cases simultaneously. As a lawyer do you get to choose how many cases you tackle to prevent feeling inundated? Not to mention, you get to focus solely on one client at a time to give them the best outcome with their case?
Hey girl!! thanks for the video!!...I'm starting law school (Masters) soon and I want to study International commercial law. Any advice?!
I’m upset no one told me i could have any undergrad major before law school. Yes history, English or my major, Political Science, would beneficial. But i with i picked a major i could’ve enjoyed like my sociology minor.
They want me to be always on call, BUT I be ignoring calls after work hours🤣🤣. I do transactional matters and cases and clients are the bane of my existence. We need them but, Whew! I totally agree on the anxiety. For me, being a lawyer is constantly asking why I chose to be a lawyer, but I already put so much resources and energy into it so...
How much do you make are you at a big firm
@6:37 , "Na, boo, you gotta work on more than one." 😂😂😆😂🤣
Where did you go to law school? Love your vids!
Sophia thank you so much! I weren’t to South Texas College it Law!
Great tips....as an Introvert, networking is sooooo uncomfortable.
Omg I was thinking about being a lawyer and this was the first video I saw and turns out we have the same first name! How funny