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The standard answer would be that law, like medicine, is too important to be left to amateurs. That where life is at stake - as it is in law and medicine - one needs to make sure that only those who are fully qualified are practicing. That the state thus has a right to protect the citizens from those who might pretend a medical or legal knowledge that they do not truly have.
On the other hand, a more philosophically anarchic viewpoint would say that the Bar Associations are guilds. That they wish to keep rates high, so try to limit the number of competitors that can appear on the market each year. That forcing a person to spend three years learning about real estate, constitutional and tax law - amongst many other subjects - is not relevant to the potential attorney who just wants to be a divorce lawyer, but very relevant to deterring people from becoming lawyers.
Regardless as to how one weighs in on this, law may actually be practiced by any citizen not declared incompetent, even if they have not passed the bar. But only if they are defending themselves, they cannot do it on behalf of another, nor can you choose a non-lawyer to represent you.
What else can I help you with?
How many attorneys are there in Washington State?
As of July 31, 2008, there are 40,344 attorneys licensed to practice law in the state of Washington.
Does the website have to list the state where He or She is licensed to practice law?
Yes, attorneys must typically list the states in which they are licensed to practice law on their websites to ensure transparency and compliance with professional regulations. This information helps clients determine the attorney's eligibility to practice in their specific jurisdiction.
What education do criminal lawyers need?
All attorneys pursue the same education. A Bachelor's degree followed by law school to earn their JD. Attorneys study various areas of the law in school and in continuing education, but all attorneys are licensed to practice general law in the state.
Lawer and attorney?
A lawyer and and an attorney are used to mean the same thing, but they are not. A lawyer is someone who is trained in law, but who might not be licensed to practice. An attorney is licensed to practice.
What is the possessive form of attorneys-at-law?
The possessive form of the plural noun attorneys-at-law is attorneys-at-law's .Example: All attorneys-at-law's credentials are subject to a background investigation.
Why do you think states generally punish the unlicensed practice of law as a crime?
Since legal proceedings have such a major impact on a person's life, they don't want just anybody to practice law, hence the attorneys must pass a test and be licensed.
What does attorny mean?
A lawyer is someone who studies the law. An attorney is someone who is licensed to practice law. So all attorneys are lawyers, but not all lawyers are attorneys. If a lawyer doesn’t have a license he or she is not an attorney. That was a very good question, (Just an FYI - attorney is spelled with an “ey” at the end.)
Where can attorneys who specialize in embezzlement law be located?
Attorneys who specialize in embezzlement law can be located by contacting the state attorney office, who will supply you with a list of licensed practitioners in the state.
Do you have to be licensed in each state you practice law in?
Yes, you have to be licensed in every state that you practice in. If doing federal law (i.e. immigration court) you can practice in any state as long as you are licensed in at least 1 state.
What type education does the average lawyer have?
Attorneys need a four-year college undergraduate degree, followed by three years of law school. After law school, a lawyer must pass the BAR exam in order to be licensed to practice.
Can a lawyer practice law in any state?
No, a lawyer must be licensed to practice law in each state where they want to practice.
Does JD equal attorney at law?
J.D. stands for Juris Doctor. This is the degree that people earn when they graduate from law school. Attorney at law means the person finished law school and is licensed to practice by the state bar association. Most J.D.s are attorneys, but a person who finishes law school yet does not obtain a law license would still be a J.D., though not an attorney at law.
