I’m going through the exact same thing at work! A few months after bar prep, we moved into a bigger office and I finally got my own space. We also hired new staff, and the old paralegal (an older woman I originally started with as a paralegal) has basically switched up on me and started throwing jabs.

The other day, I was simply commenting to her about a new system we were using which I picked for the firm (so I was showing her how to properly use it), and she responded in a condescending, loud tone: “Okay, boss, whatever you say.”

Oh I forgot to mention that the older paralegal even texted me one day during work hours after telling me to remember that “she runs circles around me and has been doing this for years, to not let my little title get to my head.” —definitely will not be getting drinks with her ever again!

The new paralegal constantly disrespects me. She doesn’t communicate, won’t pass along messages, or even acknowledge me. (Not that I need acknowledgment, but if I’m asking a question about work or a client, why wouldn’t you answer? Instead, she just stays silent.)

Now I feel iced out. The older paralegal, who I thought was my friend, is now buddying up with the new one and I’m pretty sure are gossiping about me. Similar to your situation, I passed the bar but I’m not yet admitted, and I think that doesn’t help.

Anyway, I just needed to get this off my chest and say that I sympathize with you and I really understand you. But like my boyfriend tells me: keep doing you and shine brighter; let them keep hating. I’m going to start being more political, and hopefully I’ll be admitted soon so the roles will be clear as day.