It’s a fact that people who do well get more opportunities and go further in life. If you look at the practical law course (PLC) list of top students for the Bar (8-10 years on), you do realize that most of them are holding top position whether in government, law firms, or better still, the razer boss.
The people who are mediocre are the ones who usually leave the industry. I mean I just got a 2:1 in law and it’s really frustrating seeing my friends with first class and top few in the PLC going so much ahead in life. I’m a 6 years PQE and have not even made partner.