Is it difficult to become a lawyer? Is it worth it?
Find answers to your legal question.
Is it difficult to become a lawyer? Is it worth it?
|
I'm in high school right now. I'm in all AP and honors classes, and I've had straight As in every class since freshman year (except for Biology... in which I got a B). My favorite class is history because I actually like learning about how past events relate to each other, the patterns in history, etc; I've always enjoyed the debates and mock trials that we have. I'm really good at memorizing facts, analyzing, and doing a lot of research. I don't get nervous when I have to speak in front of people, and I tend to win arguments with everyone whenever I actually try. My weakest point would probably be understanding scientific concepts (i.e. biology, chemistry), since I'm mostly very analytical and I get frustrated with simply accepting other people's theories just because they haven't been proven wrong. Basically, I overanalyze everything and I can think of about ten different arguments for a "given fact." I know that it's a lot of work, but do you think that I, with my personality, will have a hard time pursuing a career in law?
Also, is it worth it? And by that I do not mean financially. I'm having a hard time thinking of what sector in law I could work in because I don't think my conscience could handle defending someone that I know is guilty of something like rape or murder. Would I honestly be able to help good people if I become a lawyer?
|
 
|
lucy
|
If you are to pursue, then stay clear of criminal law. Also family law could have some issues of rape, incest, or molestation. That leaves bankruptcy, corporate, real estate, civil rights and tax law which most likely be safe or personal injury.
Why not consider engineering or accounting due your love of analytical and research. Both are proven by the facts. My husband who is a lawyer, hates to have engineers on juries since they will analyze and will come up with XYZ and will not sway on their decisions. Since comfortable in public speaking, there is also politics to consider.
good luck |
|
Ghost of Zeuz
|
it's easy, just long. |
|
|
|
|
|
 In CA, do your work hours start when your employer requires you to arrive? |
| I recently signed up to work an event with a company as a 1099 employee. They required me to show up at 3:00 to start setting up for the event and sign in etc, but didn't start my pay until 4:00... |
|
 Do you think this will work? |
I was thinking about calling local law offices and asking for an unpaid or volunteer internship to gain experience as a legal assistant/paralegal. Has anyone ever done this and been successful?
... |
|
 What does 'have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense...' on a job application form mean? |
I am applying for a job, and a question on the application sheet reads:
"Have you have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense related to the position applied for and for which ... |
|
 how to take legal action agaisnt my abusive boss? |
| my boss is threatening me of salary deduction because of the sick days I have taken.. I haven't taken too many sick days and i suspect he is manipulating the numbers. I think he is trying to ... |
|
 Work suspension question? |
| I am 17 and I was suspended from work today, just for one day. It was extremely minor, but I had to sign a sheet. How will this affect me in the future is it even relevant?... |
|
 EEOC Mediation Meeting Expectations? |
.
Way, WAY too long to go into all the details here, but I was let go (based on an easily provable lie) on June 18, after being one of several people who had complained about our boss (but ... |
|
 what is a good job for me? |
um im 14 turing 15 january and i'm moving into houston and i really want a job so i can get out of the house and i can use the extra money. so can u help me?
can i get a permit to drive?... |
|
 Work Friday night to Monday morning. No breaks. Is this legal? |
| I have a friend who works as a medical assistant at an occupational medicine facility. Shegoes in at 5 pm on Friday and leaves at 8 am on Monday morning. (Supposedly a salaried position, however she ... |
|
 Is it legal to be working eight consecutive days? |
| I'm scheduled to work Mon (6/29) until Tuesday (7/6)..is that even possible? My mgr said it is because they are different pay periods, but regardless of that, I'm already not getting paid OT... |
|
 Is this legal in the US? |
| Father is paying Child support, Health and Dental Care for his children, can the Mother get the children on Medicaid ? Without the Father's knowledge. She has! Is it legal? Mother does not ... |
|
 how can I see my record as potential employers see it? |
yo I am like..SO UPSET!
I have applies I think to every darn store in nyc-well a big amount- and no calls. I have experience...so I want to know if there is something bad on my record that makes ... |
|
 What kind of papers can a paralegal put together? |
| Hi. I am writing a book. The main character of my story is a lawyer. I was just wondering do the lawyers prepare and file or do the paralegals? Thanks for you help.... |
|
 Police career information? |
| Hello, I am 15 years old and when I am older would really like to be a police officer. I know I would have to be an officer for 2 years as a probationary period, but after that would like to be part ... |
|
 Would a company hire an emancipated minor despite age restrictions? |
| Do you think a company with an age requirement of 18 would hire an emancipated minor, given that he or she is qualified for the job?... |
|
 Can an employer force you to eat your lunch off site? |
| My husband works retail, there is not a designated area in his store for eating/breaks but he has been eating at work in his office. He was told that nobody is allowed to eat anywhere on the company ... |
|
| Can an employer solicit information about me from other employees? |
| For example: Could my manager legally send an email to my co-workers asking if they like me or have had trouble with me? Or, could my mananger go around the office asking questions about me to ... |
|
|
No Spam
Adult 
Gambling
Unfinished
Deception
Plagiarism
Not English
