2006-09-26 06:47:09 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I'd focus on communication skills... take all the public speaking and writing classes you can. Also, plenty of psychology classes just might help you win more cases.
2006-09-26 08:36:48 · answer #1 · answered by Mike S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Philosophy and Rhetoric. Those two areas of study will help you tremendously. the law is not about right or wrong, it is about how you argue your prespective and adjust the rules to fit your position. Also, History is a good one because it teaches you about research. One thing that the law is heavy on is research. You could do a History Major and Philosophy minor.
The biggest advantage you can have in law school is the ability to communicate, i.e. write well. Write a lot when you are in undergrad, then write some more. If you have a writing center at school, use it.
Be aware that law school, especially a good one, is not going to be easy. The law is a wonderful area of study but it is damn hard.
Another thing you can do to stand out is to participate in clubs and student government. Most of the people that apply to law school are going to have gpa's above a 3.5 (not all, but most). You need to stand out. Join clubs and be active.
2006-09-26 14:06:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is really up for debate. your undergrad major is really not the focus when you go to law school. concentrate on getting good grades and good experience while you're in college.
a major in sociology or political science will be quite useful to you in law school, but don't pick it on that basis alone! law students come from all fields, some of the most common being poli sci, sociology, economics, english, and anthropology.
2006-09-26 13:53:01 · answer #3 · answered by starfishblues 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends what field of law you want to go into. Some ideas:
Political Science, Criminal Justice/ Corrections, Sociology, Family counciling, Business, Biology.
2006-09-26 13:57:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Something that teaches you to think logically -- like Mathematics or Philosophy.
However, it might depend on the kind of law you want to do. If you want to be a patent attorney, a background in physics or engineering would be helpful. If you want ot do corporate law, a background in business might help. If you want to be a trial attorney, a degree in theater could come in handy.
2006-09-26 14:00:25 · answer #5 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on what kind of law you are interested in practicing. Political Science is good, Criminal Justice, Business, English, Sociology, it is really up to you.
2006-09-26 13:55:27 · answer #6 · answered by Me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything that helps you think logically to solve problems or think through thorny/tangled issues. You might also consider a minor (or major) in Psychology or Sociology.
2006-09-26 14:10:56 · answer #7 · answered by keraphem 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know lawyers that have majored in business or political science, or English.
2006-09-26 13:54:39 · answer #8 · answered by zippythejessi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pre-Law!
2006-09-26 14:00:35 · answer #9 · answered by N S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
one where you can get excellent grades and with a good reputation so you can get into the school of your choice
2006-09-26 13:49:07 · answer #10 · answered by shiara_blade 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋