IB vs LAW? What career is right for me?

I know that this has been asked a million times but people always say that you should pick a job based on your personality. What personality suits IB better and personality suits Law more?

I love research, I am talkative, very curious, analytical and I have good communication skills and interpersonal skills and I have the ability to communicate advanced concepts in a concise and logical way. I am someone that prefers short-term projects and has a more street-smart approach, doesn't always have to be the smartest guy in the room but give me an open-ended question and I can generally explain a solution from beyond a 360 degree perspective while still get straight to the point. I have a legitimate interest in either career and don't have an overwhelming preference for either. What job would suit me? IB or Lawyer?

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