Why “Just Showing Up” Might Be the Most Important Lesson in Law School
“Everyone in law school looks like they have it figured out.” "LAW" often looks like thick books of statutes, sections, and case laws that needs tons of vitamin C of courage and confidence to sustain. Lawyers are often admired for their knowledge and quality of convincing the mindsets to accept their viewpoint. They carry sheer determination and perseverance throughout their professional journey because lawyer not only weaponize facts in courtrooms, but they articulate words almost every second from the moment they enter law school. But do they really? Behind the polished LinkedIn posts, competition wins, and internship announcements is a reality most students quietly deal with — self-doubt, pressure to constantly perform, and the fear of falling behind. Taking our conversation series ahead, Anushka Sharma, a penultimate-year law student at GLS University, talks about choosing law despite conventional expectations, discovering intellectual property and mediation through prac...