2006-09-10 05:56:06 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
First off, you'll need to get an undergrad degree as a law degree (JD) is graduate degree. I'm not sure if all law schools will require an undergrad degree, but my law school did and they were ABA approved and fairly well know. Some of the unaccredited schools might have a more relaxed requirements.
You'll also have to take the LSAT (law school admission test) which will most likely determine which law school will accept you.
Interesting thing to mention, at least in my state there is no law or requirement that you go to law school to be a lawyer, but in order for the state to allow you to sit for the bar you must be a graduate of recognized law school. So it boils down to being in school for 3 years just so the state allows you take a test.
2006-09-10 05:57:34 · answer #1 · answered by Spaceman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Few people pass the Bar exam in any of the states of the US without a Bachelors degree first, although they are allowed to take the exam in many states without the degree.
The most recommended degree for the bachelors degree prior to law school is a degree in philosophy. People with a BA in Philosophy do better at grad school exams than all but those with degrees in chemical engineering. Philosophy develops ones thinking and analysis skills.
Most people who sit for the Bar exam in the US have both a Bachelors degree, and a JD degree ( Doctor of Jurisprudence).
Start reading your Plato now. Study Logic. Take debate. Choose your teachers well, not just your subjects.
2006-09-10 13:06:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In Canada, you have to get a degree in something first, like business or finance etc., but I don't think it matters what, really. Then you can go to law school and get your law degree. I used to work for a lawyer that got his degree in mechanical engineering and then became a patent lawyer. The first degree helped him in his path too.
2006-09-10 13:03:10 · answer #3 · answered by joandi_99 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in the US many states allow you to 'read' for the law with no degree required. Most lawyers get an undergraduate degree in English or similar than get a law degree.
2006-09-10 12:58:35 · answer #4 · answered by dt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a college degree. Then you need to attend law school for an additional three years to get a JD degree.
After that you must pass the bar exam and, in most states, the bar association, will conduct an investigation into your character.
2006-09-10 13:01:23 · answer #5 · answered by jbowler 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Achieve a Bachelor's degree.
Go to Law School and get JD degree.
Pass the BAR.
2006-09-10 13:31:12 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Couple of quick questions your way first:
1) What country do you live in?
2) What kind of law would you like to practice?
Depending on your answers I might be able to give some advice!
2006-09-10 14:00:07 · answer #7 · answered by bilbybobo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First you need to be a fully qualified crook, dishonest, devious, and have total disregard for your fellow human being,
2006-09-10 13:06:16 · answer #8 · answered by clive 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go down to your nearest bar , listen to a drunk and then translate the rubbish to plain english .You will make a mint
2006-09-10 13:05:45 · answer #9 · answered by monty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋