What Law School Doesn't Teach You About Your Career with Georgia Huf

What does a fulfilling legal career actually look like when you’re in it, not just planning it?

In this episode of Friends in Law, Alex sits down with Georgia Huf for a conversation about career uncertainty, non-linear paths, and the decisions that quietly shape where you end up.

Georgia shares how she didn’t set out to study law, why her early exposure to the profession through recruitment changed the way she thought about “fit”, and how she found her way into projects and construction law, an area most law students don’t even realise exists.

They talk about the reality of starting out in top-tier firms, navigating imposter syndrome, and learning that perfection isn’t the goal. Instead, it’s about curiosity, relationships, and being willing to try things before you feel ready.

The conversation also explores what it means to build a career without a fixed plan. From working with barristers and mentors, to making the decision to move overseas early in her career, Georgia reflects on the moments that required her to trust her instincts, even when the path wasn’t clear.

Together, Alex and Georgia unpack the idea that there is no single way to “do” a legal career. They discuss why culture and people matter just as much as the work, how exposure to different areas shapes better lawyers, and why some of the most rewarding paths are the ones you didn’t initially consider.

Georgia also shares what surprised her most about practicing in Abu Dhabi, the pace and scale of projects work, and why saying yes to a single LinkedIn message can sometimes open doors you didn’t know existed.

If you’ve ever felt unsure about your direction, questioned whether you’re making the “right” decisions, or felt pressure to have everything figured out early, this episode is a reminder that you don’t need a perfect plan to build a meaningful career.