Florida lawyers new to the practice of law are having second-thoughts – and in large numbers. With law ranked as second-most stressful profession, it should come as no surprise. Use strategies to lessen stress and don’t hesitate to reach out for help.
“Many young lawyers in Florida are having some misgivings about their choice of a legal career or their particular field of practice. A survey by the Florida Bar’s Young Lawyers Division, released earlier this year, asked the lawyers whether, if they had to do it over again, they would still enroll in law school, knowing what they know now.
Thirty percent said they would not enroll, while 32% said maybe they would still enroll. Thirty-three percent said they were very or somewhat unsatisfied with their career at this time.”
Read: 30% of young lawyers in this state wouldn’t go to law school in a do-over at ABA Journal – Daily News