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I Finished Law School… and Didn’t Become a Lawyer
When I graduated law school, I thought I’d feel proud.I thought doors would open.I thought I’d finally get to breathe. But what really happened? I walked across the stage, collected my degree… and then found myself completely lost. “So… are you a lawyer now?” This question came at me from every direction — friends, family,
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19, Pregnant, and Studying Law
At 19, I was in the middle of study week during my first semester of law school, working 30 hours a week at Countdown, and trying to study through Aotearoa’s Level 3 COVID lockdown — Everything shifted in an instant when I found out I was pregnant. I’d worked so hard to get into law
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Welcome to Legally Mum: Law, Life & Lessons Learned
The author shares her journey as a solo mother who discovered her pregnancy at 19 while pursuing a law degree. Despite challenges, she graduated and now works in government. “Legally Mum” serves as a platform to discuss her experiences, address societal stereotypes, and support those feeling underestimated.
Legally Mum 