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In Canada and the US, some law schools will admit students who have no formal university education, provided that the prospective student can demonstrate that s/he has the equivalent of a university degree through life experiences. Also, some law schools will admit students with exceptionally high marks before they finish their undergraduate degree.
A bachelor's degree is not sufficient to practice law. You must have a law degree.
What else can I help you with?
Can you attend law school without a bachelor's degree in law?
Yes, there is no recommended or preferred degree to get into law school. However, you should take something that would apply to your intended law practice. If you plan on practicing criminal law then criminal justice would be appropriate. If you plan on practicing corporate law then a business degree would appear appropriate.
Do you go to law school after you get a bachelors degree?
In the US that is required by most schools. There are a few that may allow entrance without completing a bachelor's.
How many bar exams are required to obtain a law degree?
None. The bar exam is taken after obtaining a law degree, in order to be admitted to practice law in a given state.
Is a background check required to obtain a law degree?
No, a background check is not typically required to obtain a law degree. However, passing a character and fitness evaluation is often necessary to be admitted to the bar and practice law. This evaluation may include a background check.
What is the degree needed to pursue a career in law?
A law degree is called a JD, or Juris Doctor. Any bachelors degree will suffice as a pre-req to admission to law school.
What type of test do you need to pass to get into law school?
The US requires the taking of the LSAT for admissions. Other than having a bachelors degree there is little else required.
Do you get your bachelors degree first or your assocites degree for law school?
You can choose to start with the associate degree first (will be less expensive), and then transfer to a four year college or university to complete the last two years for your bachelor's degree, or you can go directly for the bachelor's degree. Still, the fact remains you will have to complete your bachelor's degree which is required by law schools.
What experience is needed to become a business law attorney?
A college education is the first requirement for becoming a business law attorney. You will need to get at least a bachelors degree. After this you can enroll in law school, and try to earn your Jurisprudence Doctorate degree. Then you need to pass the bar exam of a state, after which you are allowed to practice law in the state you passed it in.
What training is needed to be a lawyer?
4 year college (Bachelors Degree) the Law School.
Does a referee in Court have to have an active license to practice law to preside over cases?
Believe it or not, in some states, judges and hearing officers, are NOT required to possess a law degree.
Do you need a masters degree to get a juris doctor?
You can apply for law school after completing you bachelors degree. Just make sure you have completed all prerequisite coursework.You can apply for law school after completing you bachelors degree. Just make sure you have completed all prerequisite coursework.You can apply for law school after completing you bachelors degree. Just make sure you have completed all prerequisite coursework.You can apply for law school after completing you bachelors degree. Just make sure you have completed all prerequisite coursework.You can apply for law school after completing you bachelors degree. Just make sure you have completed all prerequisite coursework.You can apply for law school after completing you bachelors degree. Just make sure you have completed all prerequisite coursework.
What can you do with your law degree?
Generally, the holder of a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree will use it to practice law.
