What Education Is Needed To Become A Lawyer

The USA Network series “Suits” begins with a man faking his way into becoming a lawyer and working at a law firm.  While this might be a good plot for a TV series because of the drama it sets up (Will he be discovered?  What will the fallout be if he is?  How long can he keep up the charade?), it is not reality. 

Beyond the fictional world of TV series like “Suits” are the actual training and requirements to practice law.

The University of Dayton’s School of Law’s website has a piece entitled “How To Become a Lawyer,” which provides an overall guide divided up into the following five steps:

1.) Complete a Bachelor’s Degree Program

2.) Take the LSAT or GRE

3.) Find a Law School

4.) Earn a Juris Doctor Degree From an ABA-Accredited School

5.) Pass the Bar Examination

Other topics covered in the piece include, the types of skills lawyers need such as critical reading and oral communication, some of the types of attorneys such as defense attorneys and tax lawyers, and how much money a lawyer can make. 

To read the entire article, visit https://onlinelaw.udayton.edu/resources/how-to-become-a-lawyer/

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