Career questions tagged prelaw
Which durable skill do you think will become even more valuable for future lawyers, and why?
I'm an aspiring law student interested in learning from professionals who have already been through the journey. With AI changing how students learn, work, and even practice law, I'm curious: Which durable skill do you think will become even more valuable for future lawyers, and why? Whether it's communication, critical thinking, adaptability, emotional intelligence, ethical judgment, or something else entirely, I'd love to hear what skill has made the biggest difference in your career and what you think future law students should start developing now. Thank you for sharing your insights!
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.
I am a rising college sophomore, I am working this summer full time as a lifeguard but I want to find more opportunities for advocacy/law/political science for the school year and prepare for an internship for next summer. How do I get started/any recommendations?
I want to find opportunities in the greater Boston area specifically.
What experiences (internships, research, language skills, networking, etc.) would make me a competitive candidate for top law schools and legal firms?
I'm a freshman in college majoring in economics and East Asian Studies with aspirations to become an international corporate lawyer working between the U.S. and China. In college, I hope to gain the rich interdisciplinary perspective necessary to foster collaboration across borders. This foundation is what I’ll refine in law school!
What parts of becoming an attorney or entering law school are most commonly misunderstood by students before they start and what reality check would you give someone who is seriously considering that path #Spring26?
I am currently majoring in Criminal Justice with minors in Forensic Science and Psychology. I am also on a pre-law track. I am in school to build a strong understanding of crime, the justice system, and human behavior. After completing my degree, I will be attending law school.
How do I know if majoring in political science will benefit me most I want to become a real estate attorney?
I am a high school student from Ann Arbor, Michigan. I will be attending the University of Michigan and I'm just not certain if what I am studying is the right choice for me.
How can I improve my scholarship applications I have submitted hundreds of applications across various websites but I am never selected as a winner, what am I doing wrong??
I am currently a freshman in college at Georgia College and State University, but I am transferring to the University of Georgia for Fall 2026. I am a double major in political science and Spanish with a concentration in pre-law.
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
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?
What should I do after undergrad if I want to go the law school but don’t meet the requirements ?
What do I do after undergrad if I want to go to law school? Should I take a gap year? Work?
How do I know if this is the right path for me?
I’ve often been unsure of what I wanted to pursue, with switching around career prep pathways in high school, and often jumped from career to career about what I wanted to do. For a while recently, I’ve looked into going into the legal profession. I found myself interested in reading since childhood, and writing. My strengths and interests tend to lean towards advanced English and Social Science classes, than STEM related courses, which I struggled in. I find myself as well engrossed in political topics. I may intend on majoring in Political Science with a minor in Literature or Journalism, on a pre-law track, but am not definitely certain yet.
I am interested in becoming a lawyer. What science classes should I take ?
I am currently junior
How should I advance my college resume interested in law as a freshman?
So I want to specialize in the law field, and currently part of Speech and Debate as well as Mock Trial. Some other trivial things are that I'm a part of the California Scholarship Federation (CSF) and Varsity Volleyball. How should I show college administrators that I have a passion for criminal law or just law in general? For example, contests I could participate in, essays I could write, what kind of research/non-profit, etc. Thanks!
If you are interested in majoring in political science or computer science in hopes of becoming a lawyer or knowledge scientist, which extracurriculars or internships should you look for to provide you with the best experience for post-graduation?
I am interested in both computer science and law, having not yet exactly decided a specific major. Once I do decide, I want to be able to get as much experience as possible and knowledge about the career path. I hope to acquire an internship or mentor that can provide helpful insight and/or experience in these careers that I can utilize after graduation.
Do law schools prefer you to major in something law related?
I have read that law schools prefer students to have a degree in something that isn’t law related but I want to confirm the accuracy of this. I have chosen to pursue a degree in Computer and Information Sciences. I am interested in learning about this and think I will be able to maintain my high gpa. I originally wanted to go to school for law a little over 17 years ago but I got pregnant and had my first son when I was 17. At that age the amount of time it would take to become a lawyer seemed so long that I thought i couldn’t possibly stay on that path and provide for my son. Now that him and his brother are older I am ready to go back to school and have came to the realization that 7 years goes by so fast that if I blink I miss too much of it. I really just want to make the best informed decision to help my chances of getting into law school when that time comes
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?
What is Law School like?
I'm in the 12th Grade and I'm going to be heading off to college soon. I've been interesting in getting into law, but I want to know what Law School is actually like.
Current law students/lawyers: What is the most important thing you would tell your undergraduate self? How has your choice in the college/law school you attended affected your career? #Fall25
I want to know I am choosing the right place that fits me and can succeed to my fullest potential.
How do I find the field of law I want to practice ?
Hey, whoever can please guide me? I am a psychology major on a prelaw track. I want to pursue law and go to law school, but I have been seeing people who say law school is not worth it and being a lawyer is not worth it, money-wise and emotionally ( miserable). I have been told that people often recommend pursuing a career in nursing and becoming a Psychiatric nurse, or studying more neuroscience. I am in distress and no longer know what I want to do. I feel very overwhelmed because I love the law, and I have been interested in law programs since 8th grade, when I declared my intention to be a lawyer. However, now I feel questioned and tested. I want a job that I am passionate about and one that I will be mentally okay with. ALSO MONEY WISE with debts. What type of law field should I lean towards if I follow my dreams?
hi, current high schooler here. im thinking of becoming an estate planning lawyer. how is it like? any specific courses i should take?
Im thinking of being an estate planning lawywer. questions: -What are the struggles one will face in the long run. -Is it actually worth it to be an estate lawyer? how are the work hours? -What's the biggest downside of being an estate lawyer? - What's something you wished someone had told you before you got in this profession? Thank you for reading !! ⸜(｡˃ ᵕ ˂ )⸝♡
What are good volunteering opportunities for a 14 yr old connecting back to law and medicine?
Hi, I'm just starting gr 9 and am 14 yr old. I am interested in medicine and law. I'm wondering what volunteering or extra / super curriculars tie back to both these topics? Thanks so much
What College Would Be Best For Me?
I was wondering what college might be best for me. I am a very hard worker and believe that I would be capable of getting into a tough to get into school. I am very interested in going to a school in Chicago and I would really love to go to the University of Chicago. The only problem is that I don't know if the classes that are in the area of Law enforcement and Phycology are the best that I can receive. I was wondering if anyone had recommendations or ideas on what college might cover areas that have to deal with law and criminal justice the best. My ideal school as I said before would be somewhere in Chicago with a good cross country or track team, and have a low-ish acceptance rate.
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
How do I make important pre-law connections while I am undergrad student?
After college, I am hoping to attend law school with a goal of pursuing a career in criminal justice.
Graduate School
Will graduate school be like undergrad where I'm going to school and working on the side, or will it be more like I'm starting my career and finishing school to become a lawyer? #prelaw #law-school
What would the ideal professor-student relationship look like for recommendation letter status for graduate school?
What is the ideal dynamic between student and professor to ensure a positive recommendation letter in the future? Aside from visiting during office hours, what should I, as an incoming college freshman, do to build that relationship? #professional #professor #student #college-student #rec-letter #law #law-school #graduate-school #prelaw