2007-04-17 12:40:16 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
You not only need to have a degree from an accredited college or university, but you also have to pass the bar exam in whatever state you choose to practice in. Without a law degree and being state certified, you can only assist people in the preparation of forms. You cannot give any advice on how people should proceed in legal matters nor can you represent someone in court. You can only represent yourself in court and not be an attorney.
2007-04-17 12:45:27 · answer #1 · answered by Venice Girl 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The short answer is, to represent people in court, yes, you must have a degree from an ABA ACCREDITED law school (not one of those online law schools). Technically, I think in California only, you can take the bar exam even if you didn't go to law school, and if you pass the exam (which is highly unlikely) you can practice law. But the odds of this all working out are about 1 in a zillion.
2007-04-17 20:51:15 · answer #2 · answered by njyogibear 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you want to charge money and practice law, you must pass the Bar exam and become a member. can't do that without a law degree.
2007-04-17 19:45:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes! But in some states you may represent yourself.
2007-04-17 19:48:21 · answer #4 · answered by Lizbiz 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, but it's highly recommended... Your chances of winning a case are A LOT higher if you have been trained, and if you want to represent strangers it's best to have the most experience possible if you want them to use you as their lawyer.
2007-04-17 19:43:52 · answer #5 · answered by Matt B 1 · 0⤊ 3⤋
as a agent no...as a lawyer I would say yes and member of the State Bar.
2007-04-17 19:48:07 · answer #6 · answered by Laughing Man Copycat 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋