Career questions tagged lawyer
A lawyer is an advocate for the law. There are multiple different types of lawyers, and some of the most popular ones are trial, business, and prosecutor. For more information, please read below. Read more Show less
How do I know the career I pick is the best fit for me ?I don't want to go school and pay tons of money just for me to change my mind.
I know for sure I want to be a Trauma Surgeon or a Civil rights lawyer but I'm having a hard time picking the best one out for me.
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.
Which Career Path, Major, & Industry Should I Go Into?
Hello! I’m a high school student preparing to apply to college very soon. I’ve spent the past four years fully immersed in business and marketing—I’ve worked as a marketing intern, served as a state officer for Business Professionals of America, and received multiple awards in the field. I would also say I have a talent for it as I am very creative and business minded. However, recently I’ve experienced a shift. I’ve been deeply drawn to advocacy—especially in supporting underserved communities, advancing youth education globally, and championing women’s rights and access to resources. It feels like this is what I’m truly meant to do, and I want to take that passion to a professional level. I’ve started looking into careers in law, policy, and even advocacy-focused marketing, but I’m still uncertain about the right direction to pursue in college. As someone who’s navigating this transition, I’d be so grateful for any advice you could offer—whether on combining these interests or exploring pathways that align with my purpose.
How important are majors when preparing to apply for law school?
I heard that LSATS and grades are what law schools care about and want to know how true that is.
How to get involved in Policy & Law as a Business Student?
I'm a senior in high school who has a new interest in political science and law and has a background in business and marketing. What should be my first steps to get more career experience this summer?
Can anyone help me with a school assignment?
I need to interview a lawyer for an assignment. Here are the questions: 1. What is your area of expertise? 2. What is your salary? 3. What is a normal work day look like for you? 4. If you could go back in time, would you have still chosen this career path? 5. What is the most rewarding part of your work, and what is the most difficult? 6. What is the main advice you would give students who want to pursue this career? Thank you so much in advance!
Undergrad Experiences/Extracurriculars for Law School Applicants?
What types of experiences would you recommend for undergraduate college students looking to go into law school? Does e.g. interning at a law firm help more than other experiences to show law schools your interest in the legal field? Thanks!
What is the best way to get law internships as a senior going into college #Spring25?
I'm going to Penn State as an undecided major but very interested in law and becoming a malpractice or cooperate lawyer. Any advice on how to get involved?
What can I do to better prepare myself for my future career, aside from my studies? #Spring25
(I'm currently studying accounting with the intent to go to law school and pursue corporate law). #Spring25
What inspired you to pursue a career in law, and how did you stay motivated through challenges like GPA or LSAT setbacks?
As someone exploring a future in law, I’m curious—how did you know this was the right path for you? And what advice would you give to someone who’s passionate about pursuing law but feels discouraged due to things like their potential GPA or LSAT score?" #Spring25
What advice would you give to a college student studying law and business who wants to understand how corporate lawyers help companies balance profit goals with ethical and sustainable practices #Spring25?
I am currently a pre-law, business administration student at the University of Oregon, interested in Corporate Law. I am a junior, thanks to the Running Start program in high school, and hope to graduate next year and go into law school.
What is the most interesting branch of Philosophy and/or opens the most opportunities for jobs? #Spring25
I’m a senior in high school and plan on studying philosophy at the University of Utah next year! Any advice would be greatly appreciated! #Spring25
How can I balance pursuing my passions with practical steps to ensure I’m financially stable and successful in my future career?
- Im a junior majoring in Criminal Justice - On my free time I like to binge-watch my favorite movies and tv shows
Do you feel you are leaving a positive impact on the world? How is the current state of the world affecting how law is practiced in the United States #Spring25?
I am a senior in high school, and I am interested in majoring in political science/economics and studying International Law. I am wondering how, as the world develops, practicing law changes.
What inspired you to become a family lawyer?
I’m a 17 year old senior in high-school and I want to learn more about what motivates professionals to choose family law. I am very interested in law and would like to understand what experiences leads other people to this career path.
Would pursuing a bachelors in nursing help me become a better appeals/contract lawyer in the future and help my application to law school ?
I know I’m definitely getting a bachelors in nursing and then applying to law school after my bachelors. I’m kinda scared I won’t be able to get into a t-14 school if I do nursing.
How can having a background in psychology give a future lawyer a unique advantage when working with clients or building strong arguments in emotionally difficult cases #Spring25?
I will be an undergraduate senior this fall at Oklahoma State University. I am pursuing a Psychology Pre-Law degree and plan to attend law school.
How can I maximize my time and efforts during law school in order to become a well-prepared attorney in patent law? #Spring25
I am a high school senior planning to attend UC Berkeley as an English major for my undergraduate studies in the fall. I am also an aspiring patent lawyer who has a plethora of questions considering most have my family has never gone to college, and I am pioneering higher education for us all. I love English, philosophy, statistics, and governmental affairs classes.
What extracurricular activities did you find most helpful in undergrad when preparing for law school #Spring25?
I am hoping to attend a T-14 law school
How do I go about becoming a lawyer in the best way possible? I want to be a human rights lawyer. Helping people is my main focus. Does the undergraduate school I go to impact my chances of getting into a t12 law school? Do I need to be in a t12 law school to effectively help people? Wat are the best internships for a person dreaming of becoming a human rights lawyer? What do I need to know to succeed in becoming a human rights lawyer? #Spring25
I'm a junior in high school. I got a 28 composite score on my ACT and a 1230 on my SAT. I would love to live in NYC. Where should I go for undergrad? #Spring25
What majors and/or minors are good for becoming an International Environmental lawyer?
What majors and/or minors are good for becoming an International Environmental lawyer?
When it comes to law school, how long would I have to go to school to become a criminal defense attorney Will I be in school for another 4 years or just 2? What's usually the timeline? ?
I'm a sophomore in college currently, and im stating to look at what law schools I should attend.
Where do I start offering free help once im done?
What will be the best way for me to get my name out there and offer free services for low income families once I finish my degree? I want to help people understand legal papers and help them fill them out.