What are basic things to study when becoming a lawyer?

Question

i am thinking about becoming a lawyer and i just want to know so basic things n stuff to study up on before going to college i havnt decided what kind of lawyer yet but i would also like to know wich kind of lawyer is best

Answer 1

It depends on which country you would like to study Law. but most of the Law schools, they require LAE (Law Admission Examination). Second is that you must have the required number of units of Philosophy and English (if you're in a English speaking country).

Human Rights and Corporate Law offer lots of job opportunities. If you want to be rich, go for the corporate but if you want real service towards the community, I suggest Human Rights law.

Answer 2

Things to study: Psychology, Philosophy, Political Science, English, History and any oral/speech communications classes which are available.

Law schools want students who can think critically and write well, and who have some understanding of the forces that have shaped the human experience. These attributes can be acquired in any number of college courses such as the ones listed above.

An undergraduate career that is narrowly based or vocationally oriented may not be the best preparation for law school. As long as you receive an education including critical analysis, logical reasoning, and written and oral expression, the range of acceptable college majors is very broad. What counts is the intensity and depth of your undergraduate program and your capacity to perform well at an academically rigorous level.

Lawyers must know how to analyze legal issues in light of the constantly changing state of the law and public policy. They must be able to advocate the views of individuals and diverse interest groups within the context of the legal system. They must be able to synthesize material that relates to multifaceted issues. They must give intelligent counsel on the law’s requirements. Moreover, lawyers must write and speak clearly and be able to persuade and negotiate effectively.

Law practice is so diverse that it is not possible to describe the so-called typical lawyer. Each lawyer works with different clients and different legal problems. Ordinarily, certain basic legal skills are required of all lawyers. They must know how to: analyze legal issues, synthesize material, advocate, write and speak clearly and negotiate effectively.

The best "type" of lawyer doesn't exist and neither does the best specialization. You must chose an area which interest *you* because ultimately, that will be the best.

If you want a quick review of the areas of law then Corporate law probably is the one with the most potential for the highest salaries, but at the same time it is also the path which involved the most janitorial work and of course is the most competitive when it comes to employment in big firms, not to mention the 50-60 hour work weeks.

Criminal law, will probably see you in front of a judge arguing your first case much quicker than any other area, but is also one of the most underpaid and at times it can be frustrating defending people who are guilty, and all you seem to be doing is trying to get a lesser sentence for your client, but the opportunities for growth are there, working for big government agencies such as the CIA, FBI, DEA and of course district and federal attorneys.

Family law is one of the smallest area and offers the least career prospects.

International law is forever growing, reflecting the increasing interdependence of nations and economies. Public international law provides a limited range of job opportunities, particularly with national governments or international institutions or with public interest bodies. Immigration and refugee law also assumes increasing importance as more people move more frequently across national boundaries for business, tourism, or permanent resettlement. Private international law may offer more extensive employment opportunities, either through law firms or for corporations, banks, or telecommunications firms. Fluency in another language or familiarity with another culture can be a decided advantage for law school graduates who seek to practice in the international arena.

Tax law is also another area which is growing in importance, so much so that the complexity of federal, state, and local taxes have necessitated a specialty in this field of law. It is one area of the law where change is constant.