How do you describe to children what you do as a lawyer?
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Your own children (or someone else’s) may have asked you what a lawyer is or what a lawyer does.
Unlike many other occupations or professions, it might take more than one sentence to describe. So what do you say? Do you have different answers based on the age of the child? Do you tell children that you like being a lawyer and encourage them to pursue a legal career when they grow up?
Answer in the comments.
Read the answers to last week’s question: Do you work in a plush corner office, or nothing even close to that? Tell us about your workspace!
Featured answer:
Posted by Underemployed: “My last office was the break room in a small firm. My desk was in front of the fridge. When I realized if there was no room for me there physically, there would probably be no room for advancement. I was only making … $13 per hour. Now I temp while looking for a full-time position. If I ever get a legal job, I don’t want to have to work in the same room where people reheat their leftovers and chatter despite saying, ‘I hope I am not disturbing you.’”
This week’s question was suggested by Ken Bresler. Do you have an idea for a future question of the week? If so, contact us.
