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Mind Over Matter: 10 Tips for Surviving Your First Month of Practice

The Woman Advocate, Publication of the ABA Section of Litigation

December 16, 2014

Most lawyers will always remember the day they began their professional career, and the looming feeling of, “Oh my gosh, I just graduated from law school and have no clue how to practice law.” You may feel overwhelmed. You may even question your decision to become a lawyer in the first place. Don't panic. These feelings are a natural part of embarking on any new journey. The key to survival is simply to keep everything in perspective, and remember these 10 tips.