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Hello, I wanted to ask as an upcoming Law student I wanted to ask, What the best advice for future lawyers can you give me?
Hello, I wanted to ask as an upcoming Law student I wanted to ask, What the best advice for future lawyers can you give me?
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Stefanie’s Answer
Hi Jevel - -that's a great question! One bit of advice is to learn as much about different areas of the law and different legal careers as possible. There are a lot of fields of law and ways to practice law, so you don't want to be "pigeon-holed" into doing just one thing and being stuck there. Study different areas and work/volunteer in different legal environments so that you can get exposure to what is possible before landing on one area. For example, I took some time after college and worked as a temp worker in different law firms, and then worked as a paralegal in a law firm in products liability, and then worked as a paralegal in a Prosecutor's office before I went to law school. That gave me exposure to both public and private practices and different areas of law.
I would also say as a piece of advice - listen and be curious. There is a lot out there to learn and a lot of experienced people who can teach you. Get to know people, ask them about their careers, find mentors. Building these connections and listening to people can help you shape what type of law you want to practice and what kind of lawyer you want to be.
Good luck!
I would also say as a piece of advice - listen and be curious. There is a lot out there to learn and a lot of experienced people who can teach you. Get to know people, ask them about their careers, find mentors. Building these connections and listening to people can help you shape what type of law you want to practice and what kind of lawyer you want to be.
Good luck!
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Amber’s Answer
Hi Jevel, that's a pretty broad question, but as a general advice I would say it's good to be open to new learning opportunities and be comfortable with the fact that you may not have the answer to everything. As for practical skills and experience, you should work towards honing your reading, writing, and communication skills, since lawyers are expected to write clearly and effectively as part of their job. Get in touch with practicing attorneys in the area of law you're interested in and ask them questions about their careers. Lastly, do some research on the law school admission process and prepare for the LSAT (if you're intending on going to law school in the U.S.). Best of luck!
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Jean’s Answer
Hello Jevel,
Embarking on law school is a three-year commitment, but remember, your career, if you're lucky, will span a lifetime. It's crucial to understand that different situations call for different tactics.
In law school, the key is to immerse yourself in your studies. I discovered that jotting down notes, revisiting them, and then dissecting the information into bite-sized pieces significantly assisted me in absorbing the vast amount of knowledge I needed to grasp. Keep in mind that everyone has unique learning styles, so part of your journey will involve figuring out what suits you best. Don't hesitate to experiment with varied study methods, time frames, and even study settings.
When it comes to the Bar Exam, if you can afford it, consider enrolling in a review course like Barbari Exam Prep.
As for your career, strive to find a legal field that motivates you to give your all, because it will indeed require your utmost dedication. If your initial job doesn't seem like the perfect match, don't be quick to resign. Instead, explore what might better align with your broader life ambitions and then pursue that job!
Embarking on law school is a three-year commitment, but remember, your career, if you're lucky, will span a lifetime. It's crucial to understand that different situations call for different tactics.
In law school, the key is to immerse yourself in your studies. I discovered that jotting down notes, revisiting them, and then dissecting the information into bite-sized pieces significantly assisted me in absorbing the vast amount of knowledge I needed to grasp. Keep in mind that everyone has unique learning styles, so part of your journey will involve figuring out what suits you best. Don't hesitate to experiment with varied study methods, time frames, and even study settings.
When it comes to the Bar Exam, if you can afford it, consider enrolling in a review course like Barbari Exam Prep.
As for your career, strive to find a legal field that motivates you to give your all, because it will indeed require your utmost dedication. If your initial job doesn't seem like the perfect match, don't be quick to resign. Instead, explore what might better align with your broader life ambitions and then pursue that job!
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Job’s Answer
Law school will not teach you how to be an attorney. Working at the schools legal clinic with get you court time and real world experience. Clerk for a judge on summer if you can get the position.
Do not go to law school to save the world. I left working as a broker on the floor of the new York stock exchange floor to go to law school. Figure out what you want to practice and get a background in it while in law school.
I would read the assignment and make an outline of the material at that time. When tests come make a second outline of all the material to date. Finals, make a third outline of the material and flash cards. When a person writes something 3 times they retain a large amount of that material.
Good luck
Do not go to law school to save the world. I left working as a broker on the floor of the new York stock exchange floor to go to law school. Figure out what you want to practice and get a background in it while in law school.
I would read the assignment and make an outline of the material at that time. When tests come make a second outline of all the material to date. Finals, make a third outline of the material and flash cards. When a person writes something 3 times they retain a large amount of that material.
Good luck
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Alexandra’s Answer
Hi Jevel,
The best advice I can give you is to meet as many people as possible who are lawyers and learn about their experiences, ask for tips on how to find a job and ask them about their career progression. If you can, try to work as a paralegal or observe how someone is working in a law office in order to learn more about the day-to-day work. Find experienced lawyers who can be your mentors and support you on your journey. Also, talk to your college professors and alumni from your school about their experiences. If you build a large network of mentors and peers who can support you on your journey, that network will be more important than what you learn in school! Good luck!
The best advice I can give you is to meet as many people as possible who are lawyers and learn about their experiences, ask for tips on how to find a job and ask them about their career progression. If you can, try to work as a paralegal or observe how someone is working in a law office in order to learn more about the day-to-day work. Find experienced lawyers who can be your mentors and support you on your journey. Also, talk to your college professors and alumni from your school about their experiences. If you build a large network of mentors and peers who can support you on your journey, that network will be more important than what you learn in school! Good luck!