Being a new lawyer can be daunting.  It may be tempting to think "I'll just keep my head down and try to survive until I find my feet."  Many new lawyers enter the sector with a mindset of "I will aim to thrive, not just survive." Find out how below.

The Law Society offers a range of support services to help you practise well. This includes: 

• Legal counselling services
• Mentoring
• Professional groups 
• Diversity and inclusion
• Gender equality charter
• Your local branch

How to thrive 

Get involved:  

• Participate in your workplace
• Be willing to help with files
• Join a committee - social or work
• Join social groups and sports teams
• Take part in mentoring programmes
• Be active in your local branch

Balance:   

• Balance your work and personal life
• It's okay to set healthy boundaries

Don't try to be something you're not:

• Bring your whole self to work
• Maintain your core values and beliefs

Have fun:   

• Approach work life with an open, positive mindset
• Face challenges with positivity and good humour

Big picture:   

• Always maintain perspective
• If you’re overwhelmed, pause, take a step back and recognise that you can only do the best you can and control what you can control