What jobs can you get with a BA law degree?

Answer 1

The most obvious answer is: an attorney. After obtaining a law degree from an ABA accredited law school, a person becomes eligable to take a state bar exam and, if they pass the bar exam, may then practice law within that state. An attorney who has passed the bar exam is allowed practice any field of law, with the exception of maritime law and patent law (which have their own national bar exams -- note, the patent bar exam requires a minimum amount of science credits). Although a person may specialize in tax law without also being a certified public accountant, prior tax experience is generally required for any position specializing in tax law. In most states, attorneys are also eligable for other licenses, including a real estate license, allowing them to become a realtor or broker, as well as a notary public license. Common alternative careers for persons with a law degrees include business administration, human resources, government administration and non-attorney positions within the insurance industry. Entertainment and media are also not uncommon field for former attorneys: notable figures ranging from John Grisham to Geraldo Rivera were once attorneys. Generally, a legal training indicates that a person is skilled in analytical reasoning and argumentation, and has the ability to distill large amounts of information or complex fact patterns. Although law school is considered a "professional" education, aspiring law students should realize that the law, by itself, is either an academic or political discipline, and law practice generally draws on skills from other fields. Although not required, if a person has a desire to practice a particular field of law, then a background in a particular industry is helpful before entering law school. The notion of entering law school because it is supposedly a "versatile" degree has been heavily challenged, and aspiring law students should take caution that a law degree is not an alternative to an MBA. A non-legal job is generally considered a backup for a person with a law degree, and as a general rule a person seeking such a job either tried and hated actual law practice, failed to achieve success as an attorney, or some combination of the two. A law degree is expensive and, generally, meant for persons who intend to practice law (or teach law, if you can get into a TOP school). When an aspiring law student indicates a desire to enter law school because they do not know what they want to do and they perceive law school as a spring-board to a successful career, a good admissions consultant will encourage them to gain real world experience (either in other industries or within the legal profession) before entering law school. In fact, many top law schools will consider prior experience as a non-quantatative factor in making an admissions determination.

Answer 2

Of course, there's the traditional job of being a lawyer, 99.9% of which require a license. If you do not have the time (6 mos - 1 year of hard study time) or the money (approx. $1,000 for exam fees - including the background check, plus anywhere between $2,000 - $10,000 for bar exam prep courses / tutors, etc.) to obtain a license to practice, there are several non-traditional options to consider, but very few of them will be as lucrative as the (often false) stereotype of making $100,000/year. These options include any sort of research position (law librarian, working at a research center, etc.); working as a paralegal (tip: omit your J.D. from your resume!!!); working as a lobbyist; teaching (esp. at the law school level); working in litigation communication; working as a jury consultant; working as a legal recruiter; or working in any position where research and writing are essential duties and functions of the job.

Answer 3

Many people who take llb degrees are trying to pursue a career in law it is the first step (academic training) to becoming a solicitor or barrister. However there is a long way to go after the completion of a llb

Answer 4

Within the United States, there is no such thing as a bachelor's degree in law. It is a Juris Doctor (JD) degree which takes three years of law school post bachelor's degree. Still, The Bachelor's degree will open doors of opportunity for you, however, you should concentrate on the area you have a passion for. Once you identify that area you can then research the educational requirements particular to that field.

Answer 5

LLB is an undergraduate professional degree. The course contains legal procedures, legal principles, laws and regulations of countries. There are ample career options after 3 years law course in India.

Career Opportunities after three year Law Course in India

Advocate

One of the major careers after llb is Advocacy. Students practice law in the courts. One has to qualify for the All India Bar Council. Thus they can get a chance to practice in any court in India.

Government Services

One can choose their career in Government Services. They can prepare themselves for Indian legal services, Air Force, the Indian Army, and the Navy. Thus they are eligible to sit for the exams like HAS and IAS by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) or SPSC (State Public Service Commission).

Legal Advisor

One can become a legal advisor. They also help people to make the right decision in a given situation. Many of the large corporate sectors and government organizations hire legal advisors.

Judiciary

One can serve their career as a Judge or Magistrate. Thus one can have to pass a Judicial examination conducted by the Public Service Commission which is a very difficult exam.

Private Companies

For the LLB graduates working in a private company is a great scope. They are hired as legal advisors to help the company with legal decisions.

Higher Education

If you want to study higher then you can research or get an LLM PhD in fields like International Law, Constitutional Law, Labour Law, Cyberlaw, and Family Law.

Writer Of Law Books /Reports /Journalist

If you are interested or have knowledge in writing skills you can write and edit law books and can write legal reports for publications in the media.

Legal Researcher

A lawyer hired someone who researches their cases more deeply regarding the law. This is also a great profession for you if you completed 3 years law course.

LLM

LLM is the best option if you want to study law further.

Scope after three year of LLB course

1. Advocate in the court of law

2. Practicing with Corporate firms.

3. Legal adviser for various organizations

4. Solicitor general or public Prosecutor

5. For tax division

Conclusion

One who completed an LLB is one of the first steps to a successful career. HLC is one of the best law college in West Bengal as there are numerous opportunities to pursue a successful career.