How did any of you deal with the culture shock of law school?

I think your contention that privilege doesn't matter is just about the most privileged thing I've ever heard.

Funny that you mention that. I wasn't even born here. I come from working parents in a third-world country, and have worked my ass to get to where I am. The example you used about chatting with a partner about skiing, I've actually had it happen to me and I said: "I've never been skiing before.", that sparked a great conversation that would have never happened if I just spoke about Aspen or some shit like that.

You don't need to relate to anyone to do well in law school, and that's what matters. Most interviewers will care more about your life story and not having that "privilege" that your peers have, as opposed to talking about skiing and the best country club around your law school. It is very narrow-minded of you to talk as if not being able to talk about skiing and buying a JC Penny suit are disadvantages, and that those who are in that position are some sort of victim.

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