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Please give me some suggestions as to what domain should I pursue that will not drain the life out of me (like top-tier firms allegedly do) and give me a decent amount of money. I'm interested in pursuing a career in ADR, so anything revolving around that would be preferable.
Thank you :)
2. Sort out your life.
Have clarity and accept the fact that the best paid job is not going to be the ticket to happiness. You have to use your time now to get equilibrium.
Not everyone has to be a corporate lawyer.
If you want to, you have to get your health in order.
If you don't you are just being masochistic and setting yourself up for failure.
Hope this helps. Good luck!
Focus on your health first. Get absolutely fine. Don't over stress your body for aT1 career. I wish I could meet you in person and tell my story. I started my law career at 28. Worked for smaller firms for good 3-4 years and then shifted to a T1. I may appear to be a bit 'behind' the peers but that is completely ok.