<p>If you love to read, write and argue (or at least like figuring out all the angles on an issue), you probably would enjoy law school and being a lawyer. I like being a lawyer and am proud to call myself one. I have never set foot in a courtroom as a lawyer, and instead have been an “office” lawyer, giving advice (and pointing out all sides of a problem or issue) to my clients, and rarely having to argue my clients’ positions to others. I worked for a few years in private practice, then moved to state govt. where I’ve been for almost 20 years. Govt. practice has meant fewer hours and smaller pay than private practice, but more interesting work and an overall happier life (time to enjoy my family, hobbies, etc.).</p>