If you’re stepping into the legal profession expecting Suits, Legally Blonde, or The Lincoln Lawyer — you’re in for a surprise.

While these shows are entertaining, they’re dramatised versions of reality. The fast-paced glamour, courtroom monologues, and instant legal wins? Not quite how it works. Here’s the real deal:

• It’s not always high drama or confrontation — the profession is rooted in professionalism, respect, and process.

• Yes, the hours can be long and the pressure real — but not in the way TV suggests. Stress comes from the responsibility and complexity, not always from chaos.

• You might expect everyone around you to be legal encyclopedias — but in reality, we’re all learning. Even the most experienced lawyers continue to grow and evolve.

• Some live and breathe the law, others are exceptional while still valuing work-life balance. Both paths are valid. Neither is “better” — just different.

So, if you’re joining the legal world, come in with curiosity, not assumptions. The reality isn’t less impressive — it’s just more human.