“I have recently qualified into the corporate department of a top 20 City firm. I originally thought I would stay in private practice for at least 3-4 years after qualifying; however, I have been presented with an opportunity to go into business and I am now contemplating whether to accept.
“I have always wanted to go into business and I am confident that in the long run this could be an enjoyable and lucrative opportunity. My plan is to leave my role after one year PQE. In the event that my new business venture does not go to plan, will I be able to come back into private practice or an in-house legal role after a year or two outside the law?
