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What kind of books to read in the middle school to start the path for a successful lawyer?

After the summer break I will going to 7 grade. Want to utilize my summer break to read books and get more knowledge about lawyers and their work.


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Anita’s Answer

The best thing to really develop your reading skills at your age is to just read more - whatever interests you most! Read as much as you can to develop your vocabulary and literacy. If there's a genre you really enjoy, try to make it a goal to read a book a week.

Separately, if your middle school has a mock trial team, try to join. It can be helpful to develop your critical thinking skills, logical reasoning, and confidence. Lawyering is all about logic and mock trial can be a great way to build that skill.
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Tamara’s Answer

1) All books, any books, any reading, news articles, fiction, non-fiction, magazines, everything.

2) Focus on skills like logic, critical thinking, research, and writing clearly and succinctly. I happen to think a dash of the humanities does a lot of good as well though.

3) Learn a second language that you can use in the future (how I wish I studied Spanish instead of French!)
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Krishna’s Answer

Here's a great book to get you started:

1. Law for Beginners

Check it out on Amazon and dive into the basics.

Before heading to law school, consider reading:

2. So You Want to be a Lawyer: The Ultimate Guide to Getting into and Succeeding in Law School

Wishing you the best of luck on your journey!
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Sarah’s Answer

Hi Sionya,

It's wonderful that you already have a clear idea of the career path you want to follow.

Having a diverse reading plan will be very helpful. Since law includes many different subjects, reading broadly will enhance your skills and understanding.

As you explore various readings and schoolwork, you'll discover which areas of law interest you most. This will guide you in choosing the right internships and opportunities.

Reading enhances everything—wishing you the best this summer!

Sarah

Sarah recommends the following next steps:

Create a summer reading list
Choose areas within law you feel you are interested in
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Kim’s Answer

Although they are fiction, John Grisham's books are excellent, and historically accurate.

I also recommend two movies.
Twelve Angry Men - please watch the original, 1957, with Henry Fonda. It's black and white.
Erin Brockovich (2000). A true story.

Once you start to get a feel for the work of lawyers, I'd recommend focusing your studies on things to improve your logic (geometry), writing, and reasoning skills, as well as presentation skills (speech, making presentations on computers, etc)

Law is very challenging, and a broad field. It has something for everyone, and often, is not trial-focused.


best of luck to you in your studies - and, take time to enjoy your summer!
Kim
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Aparna’s Answer

Hi Siyona, it's amazing that you're already thinking about your future as a lawyer! Reading is a fantastic way to start, as it helps in every part of life. Since law covers so much, reading anything that interests you is a great beginning. Try to read as much as you can and see what topics or stories you enjoy. Even a simple, happy fantasy novel can broaden your view and spark new interests. Keep an open mind and dive into your reading adventure. Besides stories, try reading news articles or historical pieces to learn about the world, both past and present. Understanding current issues is important in law, and you might discover a passion for something like environmental justice. Also, explore hobbies that involve problem-solving, like puzzles, chess, DIY projects, or programming. Enjoy your journey and good luck!
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Karin’s Answer

Hi Siyona,

I would recommend the following books:

"Little Lawyers" by Sarah Michaels and
"Legal Cases for Kids" by Marel Katsivela for a view into real legal cases.

"Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer" by John Grisham for fiction.

There are also several legal YouTube channels and podcasts, e.g. Legal Eagle, Democracy Docket or Law by Mike.

You can also start to develop the skills that you will need as a lawyer. Read a lot to develop your language abilities. Follow the news to keep track of what's happening in society. Take Spanish as a second language so you can communicate with the Spanish-speaking community. If you have any debate, mock trial or UN- team at your school, join those to train your logical reasoning skills and your speaking skills. Courses in sociology and psychology would also be useful.

I hope this helps! All the best on your path to become a lawyer!

KP
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Michele’s Answer

That's a great question. It's important to read a variety of books. Reading is crucial, and it can be especially helpful to explore books about American history and current events.
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