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The only difference between law and finance is which one do you prefer more, letters vs numbers. Rest almost all is same, work life balance, nepotism etc. If working hours are the only reason to shift then something like marketing makes more sense.
Not wanting to sound negative but realistically I don't think it is possible to shift. Those who have done it have got an MBA first or have done the CFA in law school and then joined finance. I don't understand if you have no knowledge about the field, what makes you think you can shift and thrive there?
Thing is, I’m feeling a bit lost about it all. I have just finished law school and am a few months into my job. Granted, I don't have knowledge about the field nor a commerce background. But i'm genuinely interested and the entry requirements are also pretty . If any of you have made a similar switch, I’d love to hear your story. What challenges did you face? Were there any skills from your legal background that came in handy? And how did you go about getting up to speed with all things finance?
Also, I’m curious about what life is like on the other side (for people who were in a law firm and changed careers). Is it as fulfilling as practicing law? Are there any major differences in the work culture or potential for career growth that I should know about? Any nuggets of wisdom or even just your own experiences would be super helpful right now. Seriously, I’m all ears! Thanks a bunch!