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I Graduated Law School at 50. Failing the Bar Twice Was Just the Start

I Graduated Law School at 50. Failing the Bar Twice Was Just the Start

Summary

A woman in her late 40s decided to change her career by going to law school after many years working in creative fields like photography. Despite challenges such as failing the bar exam twice and personal hardships, including the loss of her sister, she stayed determined to become a lawyer and help others.

Key Facts

  • The author moved to Spain in 1994 to find her purpose, which took many years to discover.
  • She originally studied Fine Art Photography and worked as a wedding photographer for 10 years.
  • In 2013, she joined AmeriCorps to work with immigrants, which inspired her to pursue law.
  • She started law school at Elon University at age 47.
  • She faced difficulties like depression and feeling out of place being older than most classmates.
  • Her sister died by suicide during her first year of law school, nearly causing her to quit.
  • Despite failing the bar exam twice, she continued her efforts to become a lawyer.
  • The author views her law school journey as a way to find purpose and honor her sister’s memory.
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