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NAS88738
over 1 year ago

Hi,

I am considering a career in law, but am unsure whether I would be able to cope. I really struggle with social interactions in the work place. I don’t specifically want to be a lawyer, but more work in the field of intelligence. Has anyone had any experience in a similar job field and would be able to provide some feedback? I am also considering doing some shadowing to understand what job areas I may be interested in before going to university, but I am afraid of being overwhelmed. I would feel better if I was in therapy at the same time, however since I have been diagnosed recently with autism I am still waiting. Any advice? Thank you

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  • over 1 year ago

    Hi.

    I worked as a legal secretary when I was younger, then became an assistant (for 11 years).

    I was offered the opportunity to study as a Legal Executive.

    However, I didn't take that up because of social anxiety.

    I basically couldn't face being face-to-face with clients.

    So, I did a lot of the 'donkey' phone work as an assistant and was vastly underpaid.

    My choice.  I had no idea at the time that I am autistic.

    There are lots of areas of the law and you could avoid (crime etc) where you would need to regularly appear in court and speak to the public.

    It's an interesting area of life to work in and I hope you get some positive suggestions here.

    All the best!

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  • over 1 year ago

    Hi.

    I worked as a legal secretary when I was younger, then became an assistant (for 11 years).

    I was offered the opportunity to study as a Legal Executive.

    However, I didn't take that up because of social anxiety.

    I basically couldn't face being face-to-face with clients.

    So, I did a lot of the 'donkey' phone work as an assistant and was vastly underpaid.

    My choice.  I had no idea at the time that I am autistic.

    There are lots of areas of the law and you could avoid (crime etc) where you would need to regularly appear in court and speak to the public.

    It's an interesting area of life to work in and I hope you get some positive suggestions here.

    All the best!

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