The Study Of Law

Kevinesha Glenn

English IV AP 2A

Job Description
Advise and represent clients in court before government agencies. Communicate with their clients and others. Conduct research and analysis of legal problems. Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals or businesses. Prepare and file legal documents, such as lawsuits, appeals, wills, contracts and deeds. Present facts in writing or verbally to clients and argue their behalf. (What Lawyers do)

Job Descriptions
Lawyers, also called attorneys, act as both advocates and advisors. As advocates, they represent one of the parties in criminal and civil trials by presenting evidence and arguing in court to support their client. As advisors, lawyers counsel their clients about their legal rights and obligations and suggest courses of action in business and personal matters. All attorneys research the intent of laws and judicial decisions and apply the laws to the specific circumstances that their clients face. To prepare for cases more efficiently, lawyers increasingly use the Internet, online legal databases, and virtual law libraries. Lawyers also often oversee the work of support staff, such as paralegals and legal assistants. (What Lawyers do)

High School Studies Required

Basic High School core classes. (English,Math,Social Studies and science) Rigorous courses that will help build vocabulary. (AP and Honors) Law Studies Government classes Debate Club Phycology (How to become one)

Route :Degrees/ Years of study required

7 years of full of full time study after high school. 4 Years of undergraduate study, followed by 3 years of law school. Most states and jurisdictions require future lawyers to complete a Juris doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. A bachelors degree is required for entry into most law schools, and courses in English, public speaking, government, history, economics, and mathematics are useful. Many law schools, particularly those approved by the ABA, also require applicants to take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), a test that measures applicants aptitude for the study of law. (how to become a Lawyer)

Route :Degrees/ Years of study required

Many law schools, particularly those approved by the ABA, also require applicants to take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), a test that measures applicants aptitude for the study of law. A J.D. degree program includes courses such as constitutional law, contracts, property law, civil procedure, and legal writing. Law students may choose specialized courses in areas such as tax, labor, or corporate law. Part-time or summer jobs in law firms, government agencies, and corporate legal departments also provide valuable experience. These experiences can help law students decide what kind of legal work they want to focus on in their careers. These experiences may also lead directly to a job after graduation. (How to become a Lawyer)

Top State and National Colleges Entrance Requirements Tulane University

Candidates for admission are expected to present strong High school programs of study consisting of 18 or more academic courses taken over the four year period. As well as an ACT or SAT score. 4 years of English with extensive work in reading and writing. 3 years of mathematics At least 2 years of foreign language, preferably 3 of classical or modern language. 3 years of a labatory science. 3 years with an emphasis of history. (Tulane.edu)

Top State and National Colleges Entrance Requirements Loyola University Law school
Admission to Loyola's College of Law is competitive, based on the applicants undergraduate academic record, score on the Law School Admissions test (LSAT), and personal statement. A complete file consists of the following: A completed application through lsac.org. A Law School Admissions Test score. A complete Credential Assembly Service report which includes all prior undergraduate transcripts sent by the Law School Admissions Council (LSAC) to Loyola College of Law Admissions office. A personal statement. A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university (or three fourths of a bachelors degree if applying for our Early Admission Program, see below). Letters of recommendation are not required but encouraged. Applicants may submit up to 2 letters. (law.loyno.edu)

Conclusion: Income potential/projected job market

Employment of lawyers is expected to grow by 10 percent from 2010 to 2020, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Demand for legal work will continue as individuals, businesses, and all levels of government will need legal services in many areas. Lawyers will continue to be needed in the federal government to prosecute or defend civil cases on behalf of the United States, prosecute criminal cases brought by the federal government, and collect money owed to the federal government. However, budgetary constraints at all levels of government, including federal, will moderate employment growth. (Job outlook)

Conclusion: Income potential/projected job market

The median annual wage of lawyers was $112,760 in May 2010. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $54,130, and the top 10 percent earned more than $166,400. Salaries of experienced lawyers vary widely according to the type, size, and location of their employer. Lawyers who own their own practices usually earn less than those who are partners in law firms. (job outlook)

Works Cited Bureau of Labor Statistics. "Summary." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, n.d. Web. 24 Sept. 2013. Loyola Admissions Office. "Admission Requirements Loyola University New Orleans." Law.loyno.edu. Loyola Admissions, n.d. Web. 24 Sept. 2013. Tulane Admissions. "Tulane University." Tulane Admission: Application Requirements. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 Sept. 2013.