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1. How hard is it to start? Not very hard to start. You'll be mostly interacting with non-lawyers. They expect simple explanations on positions, risks, and a practical assessment from you. Your job is to enable them to make informed decisions.
2. Is it easy to switch practice areas? Its not exactly a cakewalk but not impossible either. Each industry has its own specialised laws, and switching between industries will require you to catchup with the laws/practices of the new one.
Were you able to start your career as in-house counsel?
I'll be graduating in 2024. Based on my past experience in internships, I'm more inclined to a career as an in house counsel as opposed to working in a law firm. Any advice on how hard it is to start a career as an in-house counsel as a fresher, growth opportunities etc? Also is it easy to switch practice areas once you've worked for a particular company for a few years or are you restricted to the industry of the company for which you've worked for?