Good to hear you have NOT given up -DON'T!
You'll be a damn good lawyer with that sharp edge you have going for you. The smart ass mouth won't hurt either...hehehe
It takes the right person to give you a chance(I'm sure you know this) BUTTTT a door will open for you with patience! You're young...You got plenty of time!
I do not believe in bad luck. I like to refer to "bad luck" as ONLY a test; it will pass and so will you!