2006-12-06 07:46:05 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I'm thinking along the lines of FBI, CIA, etc.
2006-12-06 08:56:13 · update #1
If you don't plan on working in law, there is no need to take the Bar Exam. If you plan on working in Law, then it is necessary.
2006-12-06 08:55:08 · answer #1 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The FBI and other police agencies may give you raises/promotions based on having attended higher education degrees such as a JD. However, it's not that big a deal to take the Bar. If you went through law school, you can suffer for another 3 months to take the bar in some state. It may be a hellish 3 months, but it's definitely doable.
If the FBI or whoever only requires a JD and not actually passing the bar, that may be fine. However, just make sure you want to make a lifelong career out of it. The longer you are out of law school, the harder it will be to get back into the mode necessary to pass the bar.
2006-12-07 08:36:02 · answer #2 · answered by Linkin 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's all in how you define good. I got my JD this May and know someone working at the UN now without taking the bar. I don't think it's easy, though.
You can also clerk for judges without passing the bar, though it is difficult to make a career of that, since judges like to turn those positions over every couple years or so.
I don't think many people would go through three years of school just to stop short at the license.
If you have a serious criminal record or other reason that would prevent you from obtaining a license to practice law, then I'd advise you to check out other advanced degrees to maximize your investment and future earnings (assuming you are interested in maximizing earnings).
Good luck.
2006-12-06 08:36:01 · answer #3 · answered by Andy P 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. It depends what your other interests or strengths are. I would recommend mediation, grantwriting, or financial or public relations consulting as good applications of related skills. I would also recommend getting an additional degree in business or some other field depending on your career goals.
The best manual I have found for career exploration is "What Color is Your Parachute" by Dr. Richard Bolles. It contains a helpful index of references, as well as interesting exercise to identify your best skills and talents, and also clarifies a number of myths and misperceptions about the job market.
2006-12-06 07:54:06 · answer #4 · answered by emilynghiem 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, because people are always going to want to see if you finish what you start. I strongly recommend taking the bar, I am an accountant working towards my CPA so I know the perception.
2006-12-06 07:51:19 · answer #5 · answered by Richard B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋