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Once you're done with that, really sit down and figure out what is it that you want to do. Do you want to go into government services or a firm or maybe litigation? Or are you doing that because your relatives are in field/ someone forced it down your throat, while constantly telling you "you'll make a crore a year at some point?"
If the field is truly what you want, and you want to ACTUALLY be a lawyer, start applying to chambers maybe. Start there. A lot of people start at litigation and make their way upwards (either there, or branch out).
If this is not the field, and you wanted to do something else, and maybe have a portfolio, start applying in that field. A lot of people who I know (including me) did that. Not only after the initial slogging my ass off am I making money but I actually like my life.
This is, in no way, a propaganda for you to leave the career. But honestly, if you're feeling that low, it's time for some introspection. Also, it feels bad now (trust me I know), that everyone around you is super successful and all that, but c'mon, the more you compare, the worse you're gonna feel. And it's a tough world out here, which has no time for you to wallow in your self-pity.
Take a step back pat yourself on your back and breathe. You will be fine.
Now, ask yourself what you truly want ? What area of law. If you have purpose and believe in it you can do it! Don’t give up. Just be sure and have clarity on what you want. Ask for internships more and more they can get converted to jobs depending on how you perform. Or more firms are hiring paralegals look into that as well.