2006-07-26 09:46:17 · 4 answers · asked by Legaleagle 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
In the first year of law school, you aren't allowed to have a job under the ABA rules. It's a good rule because you're really too busy to work and do school. As far as second and third years go, I actually had 3 jobs my third year of law school (all at the same time; they were small part time jobs) and I loved it. It really added to my educational experience because I worked on legal issues (I worked at the state supreme court, for a legal research company, and did legal research assistance for one of my professors). I would definitely recommend it.
2006-07-26 09:51:43 · answer #1 · answered by Princess 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The ABA has changed its guidelines and you are allowed to hold a job during the first year, but they strongly recommend against it. As do I. It's worth it to focus on the first year since it's what your internships and your first job is based on. Jobs in your second and third year should focus on law related work either in a firm or in the law school. If at all possible, get loans so you don't have to work. It'll raise the amount you borrow, but it can pay off in the future.
2006-07-27 22:53:52 · answer #2 · answered by thesaint258 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are able to handle the studies and the job, why not? I think it'll serve you better to work and develop some skills in the workplace. As a potential employer, I'd be impressed more with someone who worked his or her way through law school.
2006-07-26 16:51:37 · answer #3 · answered by Mike S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not during the first semester
you will see how is everything, how you do with your classes and then you can decide are you able to do something more
2006-07-26 17:10:31 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋