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how do i prepare to become a lawyer?
how do i prepare to become a lawyer at the age of 12-13
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Vianne’s Answer
If you're 12 or 13 and thinking about becoming a lawyer, there's no need to stress or do anything intense right now. The key is to build skills that lawyers use every day.
Start by focusing on reading, writing, and speaking. Lawyers need to read a lot, write clearly, and explain ideas well. Try reading books that challenge you, including articles about history, current events, or social issues. You can practice writing by keeping a journal, debating topics you care about, or writing short opinion pieces. In school, pay attention to English, history, and social studies, as they are important for a future in law.
When you get to high school, consider joining activities like debate club, mock trial, student government, or Model UN. These can help you with arguing, public speaking, and understanding rules and systems. It's also useful to see how laws affect people by following the news or learning about basic rights. For now, stay curious, do well in school, and explore what you like. If you enjoy thinking critically and standing up for ideas, you're on a great path toward law in the future.
Start by focusing on reading, writing, and speaking. Lawyers need to read a lot, write clearly, and explain ideas well. Try reading books that challenge you, including articles about history, current events, or social issues. You can practice writing by keeping a journal, debating topics you care about, or writing short opinion pieces. In school, pay attention to English, history, and social studies, as they are important for a future in law.
When you get to high school, consider joining activities like debate club, mock trial, student government, or Model UN. These can help you with arguing, public speaking, and understanding rules and systems. It's also useful to see how laws affect people by following the news or learning about basic rights. For now, stay curious, do well in school, and explore what you like. If you enjoy thinking critically and standing up for ideas, you're on a great path toward law in the future.
Thank you for the advice, Vianne.
sienna
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DENNIS’s Answer
Hi Sienna: I love your country!
I've been a lawyer in the US for 45 years! At 12-13 I recommend yu just be a kid! Have fun, enjoy yourself and keep your grades up and things will fall into place. The best lawyers are the best people - people who care about other people and important issues. So at 13, I'd relax and learn. keep and open mind amd remember - the better person you become the better lawyer you'll be! Good luck!
I've been a lawyer in the US for 45 years! At 12-13 I recommend yu just be a kid! Have fun, enjoy yourself and keep your grades up and things will fall into place. The best lawyers are the best people - people who care about other people and important issues. So at 13, I'd relax and learn. keep and open mind amd remember - the better person you become the better lawyer you'll be! Good luck!
Thank you for sharing your perspective.
sienna