Thankfully, your blog was one of the first hits, and here I am reviewing all your prior entries. I too am an attorney; I’m in early 30s (you infant you), in a primary market, and my experience includes practice with both a boutique and a MegaFirm. I also struggle with depression, though I’ve finally come to the conclusion that private practice may not be for me. This recent revelation has energized me and I’m currently exploring options for transitioning out of the billable hour, er, private practice. But it’s a daily struggle, and I can’t emphasize more with the feelings you’ve expressed herein.

Anyway, if ever you’d like to talk (write) let me know, and I’d love to exchange email addresses with you.