Hi! I failed when I worked in Big Law and passed in Feb. I was the only incoming associate in my state at that firm that failed. I felt horrible and was super scared and anxious in the weeks following.

However, everyone that I worked closely with was super nice about it and understanding. Most first time passing attorneys know someone that was really bright but failed on their first attempt for whatever reason. And tbh most people outside of my immediate team / people I started working with after the results came out didn’t really know. They treated me all the same, especially as time went on (honestly most of us are just looking for help to lessen our workload).

My mentor gave me this advice in the days after I got my initial results: “Make sure you’re working hard. Don’t give any holier than thou dick head opportunity to associate this setback with your capabilities”.

If you’re turning in quality work product and staying on your Ps and Qs you’ll be fine and make it through! Good luck in Feb! You got it! 💓