Anyone else feel like some people in law school start off super friendly, act like they want to be friends, and then just switch up? Seems like it happens a lot. I’ve kinda stopped even saying hi because it feels like wasted effort trying to fake it all the time.
Honestly, most posts about social stuff in law school could apply to any place. It’s not like law school has a monopoly on fake friends.
Micah said:
Honestly, most posts about social stuff in law school could apply to any place. It’s not like law school has a monopoly on fake friends.
True, but law school has this mix of super intense people who’ve never had this much work or stress before. Not saying it’s everyone, but in most schools, it’s common. So yeah, some social issues here are a little unique, and it makes sense to talk about it with others who know how it feels.
Law school feels like middle school all over again. Fake friends just fit right in here.
It’s because law school makes everyone compete for the best grades. When I was in school, I even heard stories of people giving fake study notes to mess others up. Best advice? Stick with people who genuinely care about your success and focus on your own progress. Things get a lot friendlier when you’re actually practicing law.
When I was in law school I heard stories of people sharing fake outlines and providing wrong information during study sessions.
That’s some shady stuff right there!
Flint said:
@Jules
When I was in law school I heard stories of people sharing fake outlines and providing wrong information during study sessions.
That’s some shady stuff right there!
Oh yeah, seen it firsthand, had people almost starting fights over it, no joke!
People can be ruthless here, but don’t worry, you’ll find someone decent eventually.
Law school isn’t exactly the place to make lifelong friends. I’ve got a ‘friend group’ here, but I know we’ll probably never see each other again after graduation unless we need some legal advice.
Best friends I made were while studying for the LSAT and from people I knew before law school. My mom made tons of lifelong friends in law school, but I think times have changed. I made one good friend in undergrad because we both disliked the same professor. If you want friends here, maybe try inviting someone to a study session or social event and see how it goes.
Which law school are you at?
Honestly, I just didn’t feel like putting up with anyone fake.
Remy said:
Honestly, I just didn’t feel like putting up with anyone fake.
Did you go to graduation though?
Remy said:
Honestly, I just didn’t feel like putting up with anyone fake.
Did you go to graduation though?
Yeah, mainly for my family.
Only found one person like that. They were super nice during the first few weeks while class reps were being elected, but now they ignore me every time I say hi. At first, I thought I’d done something wrong, but now I just laugh about it. Why be so unhappy around people, right?
It’s wild… people completely change once they get their first semester grades back. Some turn into totally different people overnight.
I had a friend named Sandra. We hit it off at orientation and had all our classes together. She was friendly and even encouraged me to apply to a firm she ‘wasn’t interested in.’ When I got an offer, it turned out she was also hired but had used my network behind my back. Later, she got close with a partner who wasn’t fond of me, and things went downhill. I ended up leaving the firm, but I found a better one and am much happier. Law school taught me to keep my goals close and watch who I trust. Sometimes it’s just ‘business,’ but it’s tough to learn that lesson.
Honestly, just try to stay on good terms with everyone. It’s great for connections later on!
If you’re in law school, it’s almost expected for people to act a little ruthless. The field itself attracts people with that approach.
Is it just me, or does it feel like only certain types of people go to law school?