Career change/advice

#78
#78
SDV said:
Thanks for your response and everyone else's. I've been an attorney for nine years. I have run my own practice since 2010 and just relocated to Nashville from San Diego and am building it up here.

Just kind of burned out practicing law at the moment. I'll probably wind up sticking with it, but I may consider going to work for a firm doing different types of law, or pursuing other professions. Wish me luck.
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have you looked at Corporate Law, the 2-3 that I've worked with in our Company, seem pretty happy.
Also most groups and departments defer to them, and they can stretch an answer to a simple question out for months (so you would have plenty of time to pursue VN)
 
#81
#81
SDV said:
Some days I love my profession, but other days I really hate practicing law and consider looking at other fields.

I don't really care what I do for a living, as long as I'm happy and can financially support my family.

Has anyone done a career change from something completely different than what they were doing before?

If so, how did it work out for you and any suggestions?

Thanks!
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#82
#82
Become a college football coach.
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#89
#89
SDV - Beer Critic. Friend of mine used to get paid to judge at shows and for blogs he wrote. May not earn that much but got a feeling you'll jump or stumble at the chance to go to work.

Good luck. Don't let the noisy hallway bother you, you'll find a door to a brighter room.
 
#90
#90
SmokeySteve said:
SDV - Beer Critic. Friend of mine used to get paid to judge at shows and for blogs he wrote. May not earn that much but got a feeling you'll jump or stumble at the chance to go to work.

Good luck. Don't let the noisy hallway bother you, you'll find a door to a brighter room.
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Man that would be an awesome job. Thanks!
 
#91
#91
SDV said:
Some days I love my profession, but other days I really hate practicing law and consider looking at other fields.

I don't really care what I do for a living, as long as I'm happy and can financially support my family.

Has anyone done a career change from something completely different than what they were doing before?

If so, how did it work out for you and any suggestions?

Thanks!
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In all seriousness in the real world is your personality, your acts and actions consistent or similar to your 'on-line' persona ....if so I'd just stick with what your doing....
 
#92
#92
Ducreux said:
In all seriousness in the real world is your personality, your acts and actions consistent or similar to your 'on-line' persona ....if so I'd just stick with what your doing....
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Thanks for the helpful advice.
 
#93
#93
Two things to consider. What is your retirement situation? Switching now could have crazy implications on your 401k and family.

Second what are your interests? Like animals? Cars? A new degree or trade in vetinary or engineering could be the cup of tea. Figure out what it is you enjoy and won't get old to you, then if you have the means pursue it. Good luck :)
 
#94
#94
MSME Vol said:
Two things to consider. What is your retirement situation? Switching now could have crazy implications on your 401k and family.

Second what are your interests? Like animals? Cars? A new degree or trade in vetinary or engineering could be the cup of tea. Figure out what it is you enjoy and won't get old to you, then if you have the means pursue it. Good luck :)
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I considered becoming a vet prior to law school. Maybe I should have gone that route instead, but I cannot imagine going back to school at this point.

I appreciate the suggestions though. I'll figure something out.
 
#96
#96
SDV said:
I considered becoming a vet prior to law school. Maybe I should have gone that route instead, but I cannot imagine going back to school at this point.

I appreciate the suggestions though. I'll figure something out.
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Would a different area of law be more appealing? I think some of the guys in the politics forum may be looking for an anti-cival rights attorney. Considering their hatred of welfare programs, I assume they are all loaded and would have no problem paying top dollar.
 
#98
#98
Vol8188 said:
Would a different area of law be more appealing? I think some of the guys in the politics forum may be looking for an anti-cival rights attorney. Considering their hatred of welfare programs, I assume they are all loaded and would have no problem paying top dollar.
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Lol
 
#99
#99
So, your a lawdog with 20,000 posts the last 5 years. That seems like a lot for a busy professional. You need a creative outlet. Why not get into advertising, specializing in attorney commercials. Some of the funniest ads I have ever seen are crazy law commercials from around the country. Somebody has to come up with that stuff. U da man!!
 
#100
#100
Ernest T. Vol said:
So, your a lawdog with 20,000 posts the last 5 years. That seems like a lot for a busy professional. You need a creative outlet. Why not get into advertising, specializing in attorney commercials. Some of the funniest ads I have ever seen are crazy law commercials from around the country. Somebody has to come up with that stuff. U da man!!
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Yeah, I usually have VN window on at work. When you are your own boss, you don't have anyone telling you to stay off the computer. Plus, there is actually quite a bit of down time when I am not in court or trial.

I love Attorney commercials. They are hilarious, especially the ones in Nashville. Have you seen the Bart Durham ones?
 
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