In this episode of the Learned Colleagues Club podcast, Roxanne Shear and Mónica De Oliveira pull back the curtain on life after law school — the good, the messy, and the “why did nobody warn us about this?” moments.They get real about the post-LLB job hunt, the pressure to “make it,” the hunt for decent mentorship (spoiler: it’s harder than it should be), and how to build a legal career that doesn’t drain your soul by 30. The conversation also dives into unconventional career paths for law grads who are quietly wondering if traditional practice is really the dream.Equal parts practical, comforting, and refreshingly honest, this episode is your reminder that you’re not behind, broken, or failing. You’re just early in the journey.Key Takeaways (a.k.a. Things We All Needed Someone to Say Earlier):The post-LLB job market is… brutal. You’re not imagining it.Mentorship isn’t a luxury — it’s a career lifeline.You can be sucessful and still choose a non-traditional path (shock, horror).A fulfilling career doesn’t come from titles alone, it comes from fit, values, and sanity.Yes, the profession is saturated. No, that doesn’t mean you’re doomed.Managing money expectations early can save you future heartbreak.Networking and personal branding aren’t cringe — they’re necessary to stand out.Burnout is not a badge of honour. Mental health is part of professional success.The reality of practice is very different from varsity, and that’s okay.The lawyers who thrive are the ones who never stop learning (or adapting).KeywordsLLB, law graduates, legal careers, mentorship, job hunting, alternative law careers, young lawyers, legal profession, career survival guide

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