About Samantha Alexander

THE SCOOP: I am a corporate transactional lawyer at one of the country’s biggest firms. After a stint in Washington D.C. and another in one of Wall Street’s largest investment houses, Biglaw was a logical next step.  After two years of it, however, it is time to reevaluate.  After all, as fun as it is being wealthy, isn’t there more to life than “power” (as if Biglaw associates have any) and raking in the dough?  I think so.

So stay tuned as I test my hypothesis.  Constructive criticism, feedback, and general thoughts are always welcome and appreciated.  If, however, you are here to cut me down, either as a means of venting your frustration with the world or otherwise, I kindly request that you fuck off.  Job transitions are hard and as an aspiring transitioner, I am like a souffle trying to rise — poking me and yelling at me, aside from being mean, can undermine my ascent.

xx,

Sam

13 Responses to “About Samantha Alexander”

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  1. 1 wishingwellhealth on 02.06.2008 said:

    Aside from aspiring to be a former corporate lawyer, isn’t that what we are ALL doing? Having a sense of humor might be the key. Good luck making sense!

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  2. 2 bossingjonathan on 02.06.2008 said:

    hi samantha! i’m jonathan.. And i’m interested to know more about you..

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  3. 3 johnnypeepers on 02.08.2008 said:

    Thanks for your comment. Good luck in your chosen profession, but it can incinerate your soul, if you let it.

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  4. 4 adlawrence on 03.02.2008 said:

    Thank YOU for the comment. Your site is awesome – INCLUDING the former corporate lawyer aspirations. Good luck with everything – looking forward to your posts!
    -A

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  5. 5 Chandrashekar on 04.10.2008 said:

    Hi Samantha,
    Your site is awesome. Great to know about you. Daily I’m seeing your posts in GuestofaGuest site. I thought that you are a writer. But I surprised by seeing this site. Good luck with everything – looking forward to your posts in GOFG

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  6. 6 Chandrashekar on 05.20.2008 said:

    Hi Samantha,

    Recently I saw the post “Even Mannequins Have Fake Breasts” in GofG Blog. Its really good. Keep posting in GofG

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  7. 7 Tannis on 09.24.2010 said:

    Visit your mentor in Paris? Easy for a wealthy corporate lawyer to say.

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  8. 8 rynomatic on 09.25.2010 said:

    i like this; i’m headed to law school in the fall, in the midst of a crazy life transition, while attempting to write a novel. i’d just like to say that you’re an inspiration: keep it up!

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  9. 9 ReadersHeaven on 09.25.2010 said:

    Hi, nice to meet you !

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  10. 10 qupidsmuse on 09.26.2010 said:

    I’m a Samantha too! I think your blog is very entertaining:)

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  11. 11 preceptcamden on 09.26.2010 said:

    I wish you the best as find your way to your next life adventure. Although it can be scary and intimidating, sometimes change is the best medicine. I believe that every person was created for a purpose. May you find yours. Blessings as you search.

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  12. 12 Peet Brits on 09.27.2010 said:

    I know the feeling. I’m between jobs myself, and with a little luck between careers. Don’t get me wrong, I love my job (software developer), but I am fed up with this ungrateful cut-throat industry which does not even make for good party conversation.

    I wish you luck on this journey of trying to find meaning beyond power and money, which I call the red herrings of life. You are not the only one.

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