Question of the Week

Why Do You Love Being a Lawyer?

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From our comment streams over the months and years, it’s clear that while there are those who are disenchanted with the practice of law, many love what they do.

They are inspired by their clients, thrive as advocates, are intellectually stimulated on a daily basis and feel like they’re making a positive difference.

If you’re one of these people, still in love with the law, we want to hear from you.

So tell us…

Why do you love being a lawyer?

Answer in the comments below. Or share your story with Jill Schachner Chanen.

Read the many poignant and entertaining answers to last week’s challenge: “Share Your Haiku About Life as a Lawyer or Law Student

Featured haiku:

Posted by Jenny Herner:

Advocate, wordsmith,
Friend of court, Jack of all trades,
And butt of bad jokes.

Posted by Consumer Fraud Prosecutor:

Deep in the bowels
of the sinking ship of state,
I bail for People.

Posted by Easily distracted 1L:

Please stop telling me
It’s not like “Law and Order”
No one thought it was

Posted by Legal Aid Attorney:

Champion of Rights
Legal help for those in need
Justice is my name!

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