Lara’s Journey Through Her Second Six

Having been on my feet now for what feels like both a very long and very short time, I can see just how much I’ve grown. The experience has been intense, unpredictable, and at times overwhelming, but also deeply rewarding. I hope reflecting on it here offers some insight, especially for anyone at the Bar.

Those initial weeks were a serious whirlwind. Every stage of the process carried its own pressure, preparing a case felt daunting, the journey to court was filled with nervous anticipation, and standing up in court itself was an entirely different challenge. There was a constant underlying stress, one that didn’t simply disappear once a case concluded. Instead, it would briefly give way to a sense of accomplishment before being quickly replaced by the next case.

It was tough. There’s no real way to soften that truth. The responsibility, the expectation, and the internal pressure to put into practice everything I have learnt. But at the same time, there was something undeniably motivating about it. This was the role I had worked towards for years - the goal I had been steadily building toward since I was 18.

That sense of purpose made the difficult moments easier to push through. Even on the most stressful days, there was a quiet reminder in the background that this is exactly where I wanted to be. Over time, what once felt overwhelming has started to feel more manageable. Not easy, but familiar.

Now, I find that I approach the work with a much greater sense of confidence. I’m taking on more urgent cases where there is far less time to prepare, and while that would have felt unmanageable at the start, I now feel far more capable of stepping up to the challenge. Each case brings its own demands, but I’m learning to trust my instincts and rely on the foundation I’ve built.

I’ve also had the opportunity to appear before all levels of judge, which has been invaluable in developing my understanding of how best to approach a case. With each appearance, I’m building a clearer sense of what is effective, how to adapt my style and how to present arguments with greater clarity and confidence.

Looking back, those early weeks were less about getting everything right and more about learning how to keep going despite the uncertainty. Progress hasn’t come from getting everything right, but from staying consistent and working hard.

Don’t get me wrong, I am still very good at stressing about a case, but I just feel that tiny bit more confident walking into a courtroom.

Lara’s journey on her second six reflects the dedication, skill, and confidence she brings to every case. To learn more about Lara and her practice areas, read her bio.