answersLogoWhite

0

The 4 years of undergraduate work plus 3 years of law school comes to 7 years of secondary education.

The Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree takes 3 years on a full-time program. Some schools offer part-time programs which take 4 years. It is typically 80 to 90 credits, which, if you do the math, comes to 15 credits per semester for 90 credits, which is a pretty full load.

Most lawyers don't get any formal education beyond this requirement, though some, especially those who wish to become highly proficient in a single area of law, might get an LL.M (Master of Law) degree, which is another 1-2 years.

User Avatar

Wiki User

8y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

How long does it take to earn a law degree in Nebraska?

To obtain a law degree, it takes four years for the bachelor's degree and three years of law school. To actually practice law, the individual must also pass the bar exam.


How long will it take to earn a law degree with a current master's in nursing education and nursing administration?

Law school usually takes 3 years.


How long would it take me to earn a law degree with a Bachelor's degree in marketing?

Individuals who pursue a law degree (JD) come from a variety of educational backgrounds and fields. Law school is typically a three year program of study post bachelor's degree.


How long does it take to earn a law degree in South Carolina?

It will take four years for the bachelor's degree, and an additional three years of law school. Thus, it is a total of seven years post high school completion.


How long does it take to get a law degree after a master's degree?

Law school will take three years to obtain the juris doctor (JD) degree.


How long does it take to earn a master's degree for a lawyer?

To be an attorney requires more than a masters degree. An attorney has a doctorate degree in juris prudence which is a degree in the science and philosophy of law. It is the equvilent to a Ph.D which is a Doctor of Philosophy. How long does it take to get a degree in law? It depends on whether the student is full time or part time. The availability of money for school., etc, etc. It all depends. In actuality a person does not need a degree in law to practice law. If a person can pass the bar examination for their particular state they can practice law in that state.


How long does it take to get a law degree with a bachelor's in hr?

Your undergraduate major does not impact the time it takes to complete law school. If you are enrolled as a full-time student, you can earn your J.D. in 3 years.


How long for a law degree in Maine?

It will take three years to obtain the juris doctor degree (law degree) post bachelor's degree.


When did Obama earn his law degree?

He received his law degree (JD) in 1991 from Harvard Law School.


Can you earn a bachelor's degree on law at a two year college?

No. Practicing the law requires a doctoral degree.


How many years does it take to get your lawyers masters degree?

Lawyers generally do not receive a master's degree. First, they earn a four year undergraduate degree. Then, they earn a three year Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. In are instances, they go on to earn a Master's of Law (LL.M.) degree after one or two years of further study.


How long does it take for one to complete a criminal law degree?

A law degree is a 3 year graduate degree earned after completion of a 4 year bachelor's degree. There are not specific majors or fields in a law degree.