Do you hate working as a lawyer?

Do you hate working as a lawyer? Are you an unhappy lawyer who wants to leave the law, but isn’t sure what to do next? Do your family and friends think you’re crazy for wanting to leave the law, or are you too afraid to tell them you don’t want to be a lawyer? The Former Lawyer Podcast is for you! Each week, host Sarah Cottrell interviews a different former lawyer who has left the law behind. Hear inspiring stories about how these former lawyers are thriving and found their way to careers and lives they love.

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3 Feb

Navigating the Millennial Success Trap [TFLP255]

Millennials are often described as the generation caught between two worlds. On one side, we’re influenced by the economic expectations of our parents’ generation. On the other, we’re grappling with systemic economic challenges that have fundamentally reshaped what success looks like. For lawyers, these pressures are amplified. The high stakes and rigid paths of the legal profession make it hard…

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27 Jan

Can the Corporate World Solve My Work-Life Balance Problems? [TFLP255]

Does Corporate Life Solve Anything? The short answer: it can. Many former lawyers who transition into corporate roles find the change to be a significant improvement. While no job is perfect—there will always be tasks that are annoying or less enjoyable—leaving the high-stress dynamics of a law firm often brings measurable relief. When your experience as a lawyer has been…

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13 Jan

Why Your Values Are the First Step to Leaving the Law [TFLP253]

In today’s episode, Sarah discusses why starting with a deep dive into your values is the critical first step for any lawyer considering an alternative career. For those who know their current job isn’t the right fit, understanding your values is essential to finding a better path. This step is at the core of Sarah’s work in the Former Lawyer…

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