I was out of work (officially) from Aug '83 to Jan '85 because I was overqualified for anything I wanted to do and underqualified for the money I wanted to do what I didn't want to do, if that makes sense.
The hiring system seems to be whacked. I've been interviewed by people that never read my resume. I guess they have somebody else that screens them other than the interviewer.
They might frown on you not taking the Bar Exam even if you don't want to pursue a law career. Kind of like....coitus interuptus, if you know what I mean.
I wonder if you passed the bar and then didn't pursue it, if it might look better?
Anyway, looking for a job when you don't have one, whether it's been 5 days or 5 years seems to have a negative effect on recruiters. Networking is
always the best way to get into what you like. Actually what you don't like too. Good luck!!!!