So I was lucky enough to get a CB with one of the major firms in Atl. The firm is my first choice, and I really like everyone I have met at the firm. I am scheduled to go out to dinner with at least one partner the night before my interviews. I have read that students should "follow the attorneys lead" when ordering alcoholic drinks. My problem is this: I don't drink for religious reasons, and I genuinely don't like the taste of alcohol.
How would it look if the attorney(s) all ordered alcohol and I'm sitting over there drinking water? I know this isn't a huge deal, but during the screener interview, the interviewer (the one I'm eating dinner with) said "we're looking for smart, normal people who we wouldn't mind sharing a beer with after work."
So, with that in mind, how much of a detriment would it be to me to not order any alcoholic drink? I don't want the attorney to think I'm better than him or a holy roller, but I also really don't want to drink anything.
Best solutions? Be up front? Order a beer and take 2 small sips? Any advice y'all have is greatly appreciated.
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