Career questions tagged lawschool
What is the best "path" to follow in order for me to become a Victims Right's Attorney?
I am currently an 8th-grade student who consistently earns straight A’s in all of my classes. My strongest subject is English Language Arts, which I especially enjoy because of its focus on reading, writing, and communication. I am interested in becoming an attorney and am seeking guidance on the best path to achieve that goal. I am motivated, hardworking, and dedicated to my academic success. As I continue through school, I want to make informed decisions that will prepare me for a future career in law.
How do I make the most of my internship?
Hello! I am a current high school senior, and I am interested in going to law school and pursuing a career in law! Right now, I am currently interning for my local courts. The primary thing that I do is observe court cases, and interact with court officials and employees. My question is, how do I make the most of my internship, and how can I make it beneficial in advancing my career goals? Are there any specific questions I should be asking or any specific things I should be doing?
What career can i choose if im not good at math?
Im not a good at math but im good at , science, Social Studies, defending people, art, culinary and im really creative, so what career can I choose for it.
What is the most challenging aspect of 1L year in law school? #Spring25
I am more nervous about the social and practical life aspect than the content. I need some advice on going through law school as a new 1L with little to no previous guidance! Thank you!
How can I , as a woman of color, navigate the imposter syndrome that I might face as future law student. Being that there is few WOC women representation in legal spaces? #Spring26
How can I , as a woman of color, navigate the imposter syndrome that I might face as future law student. Being that there is few WOC representation in legal spaces? #Spring26
What undergraduate major would you recommend that I focus on to give me an advantage with getting into law school #Spring26?
What undergraduate major would you recommend that I focus on to give me an advantage with getting into law school? #Spring26
Is law school worth it if I don't want to become a lawyer ?
I plan to get my B.A. in political science, and M.A. in public policy. I want to work in local government and eventually transition into working in the federal legislative process. Would having a law degree really make a big difference in my case? Thank you! #Spring26
How do I manage my finances in college to prepare for paying off student loans post-grad??
I will most likely be in around $100,000 of debt and I want to go to law school post undergrad.
Why do it take so long?
Why do it take some lawyers longer to become lawyers or criminal defense lawyers
How do I become a very successful lawyer where I am around influential people like actor or athlets?
What is the best way to get to that level of success? Cause i want to work for people like travis scott or cj stroud but want be wealthy and respected
USC Alumni, how did you afford/pay for USC?
I’ve heard both sides of the argument: avoiding significant debt for an undergraduate degree, but also the idea that attending your dream school can be worth it for the opportunities and connections. Many alumni say the investment paid off for them, which makes this decision harder. I was recently accepted into the USC Dornsife College to study political science on a pre-law track. USC has been my dream school for years. However, with the cost of attendance reaching around $106,000 per year, and coming from an upper-middle-class family, I did not receive enough financial aid to make it realistically affordable. I also did not receive any merit scholarships, which I had hoped for. This leaves me with a difficult question: is USC worth taking on significant financial burden? More specifically, is the political science/pre-law path there worth it if I plan to attend law school afterward?
How hard is it to become a lawyer after majoring in computer science. And is the last very competitive? Also what is a good school for computer science, and what can I do to promote my chances for top law schools with cheaper prices? ?
I'm in 10 th grade and I have interests in talking about that's within my group not out side, I m not good at public speaking.
What can you do to be a favorable candidate when applying to law schools after struggling during your first semester in college?
I started my first semester very poorly; the transition to college was rough, and my grades suffered because of it. I am concerned of my chances for more prestigious law schools as a result. Is there anything I can do to remedy my faults in the first semester?
What is the best way to practice law What would be the smartest way to start a law firm right after law school??
I look forward to starting my journey into law but it is so overwhelming, what is habits I can start building now that can help me increase my chances?
How can I get into patent law? And how can I create professional and educational opportunities to help me?
How did you enter patent law? When did this career path appear on your radar, and what steps can I take to reach it? Did a particular professional or educational experience make you want to go into patent law? #Fall25
When someone is?
trying to enter the legal field, do law firms truly care as much as it is advertised what law school a potential job candidate went to?
What minor in college would be beneficial if I am interested in civil law ?
I’m going to be a senior at the end of the summer and i need to have everything planned out before i go to college. I have been interested in civil law since about 8th grade. what minor would help prepare me for law school and the field i want to get into in general?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying either civil rights or corporate law in law school post your undergraduate experience?
I am considering law schools on the East Coast. So, I would appreciate any advice from those who have attended law school on the East Coast, their opinions of which law school they attended, and how their professional career has progressed if comfortable sharing. Although I am considering law schools on the East Coast, I would be grateful for advice from those who have attended law school in other regions of the United States.
Are there any platforms besides LinkedIn for professional or academic networking?
Hello! I will be starting university this fall, and I have been using LinkedIn as my primary networking platform. For some context, I plan to attend law school after, so I'm trying to connect with like-minded individuals. To prepare for this journey, I'd like to know which platforms I should explore as I enter the professional world. Are there specific options that cater to pre-law students or individuals looking to network in the law or policy fields? #Spring2025
What extracurriculars should I take to help strengthen my law school application ?
What extracurriculars should I take to help strengthen my law school application? #Spring25
Which study in Law is the most uncommon to practice ?
Wanting to learn more about the not as popular law practices as Im interested into making this my career one day and studying it in college as well.
What does the everyday routine of a judge look like ?
Hello. I am in 12th standard currently and my subjects are Political Science, History, Economics, English and Psychology, although I am particularly drawn to Political Science, History and English. I want to pursue a career in law and I'm specifically attracted towards joining the judiciary but I am uncertain of what being a judge would entail or if I am fit for this job at all. So could you please provide me some insight into what the everyday routine of a judge looks like ?
I want a job as a lawyer, but that takes up a lot of time in my life what other job options do i have?
i really would like to be a lawyer, though my parents and family don’t think i could, i also wanna spend time with my family in the future but being a lawyer takes up a lot of time and i feel like i wouldn’t have time to do that. I don’t want to be an absent mom in my kids life. What are some options to make sure i have time for family.
Would criminology or legal studies be a better pathway to law school?
I know you can go to law school with any degree, but I'm debating between these two fields of study I'm interested in. #Fall22