The flunk-out rate for a law student is up to 25%. And while nearly 70% of graduated students do find employment, only half were working in law firms. Becoming a lawyer is a challenging feat for several reasons.

First, you need to consider the cost of college tuition, with or without grants and scholarships. Next, studying will take precedence over all other activities, as passing the state bar exam is challenging. Lastly, seeking out potential job prospects may cause plenty of stress. But the effort is well worth it for those who now call themselves attorneys.

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