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Which non-pre-law course or skill has surprisingly been the most useful in your day-to-day legal practice?

In 11th grade not really sure what I want to do but I've been thinking about being a lawyer and just want to know a little bit about every day things.

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DENNIS A’s Answer

Hi Kendra: As odd as this may sound - sports. Sports teaches you how to make a plan, then implement the plan and teaches you how to win and lose with dignity! Sounds odd but that is probably the most useful skill I learned.

Academically, probably English. I can not spell. I'd still be in the 7th grade if it wasn't for a classmate helping me spell! I write a lot. I write motions, briefs, articles and one book. English is a great asset!
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TRAVIS’s Answer

It is good to get a foundation for logic. Constitutional history is good as is speech and debate. Join the speech and debate team, and take philosophy classes and history. Law students have to read ALOT. Study those and you will do well. Good luck
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Alanna’s Answer

I was a philosophy major in college and the way it trained me to read complex things (quickly), think analytically, and write concisely and persuasively was as valuable as anything I learned in Law School.
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Baljit’s Answer

Hi Kendra,
The most useful course for my law career was Public Speaking. In this class, we gave speeches lasting 2 to 12 minutes on topics we didn’t know much about. It really boosted my confidence, helped me speak up when needed, and prepared me for surprises. Good luck!
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