Hi, no I don't think you wanting to get a job below your previous job is hurting you, I think its a good idea to take on a possibly less stressful job and they would be lucky to have someone with such great experience such as yourself. Don't give up, keep applying, its only been 6 months, make sure you're sending out resumes basically every single day. You could also apply to other positions that are more office related, you could look at law enforcement buildings that might have an open administration position available. Be open minded and apply to jobs that relate to your experience but it doesn't mean you're confined to a courtroom or a lawyer, these skills can be applied to many other businesses and institutions. If they ask why you've been out of work for x amount of time, say you had personal family business to take care of (like being a caregiver for a family member).