How Difficult Is it to Be a Lawyer?
Becoming a lawyer is no small task. Much studying, reading, preparation and memorization must be accomplished to effectively enter and graduate law school. Once someone has obtained a law degree, they are required to pass an exam qualifying them to practice law in the state of their choosing.
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Entrance Exam
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For admittance into law school, one must successfully pass the Law School Admissions Examination (LSAT). This test assesses the applicant's ability to effectively use verbal and logical reasoning skills as will be used daily in the courtroom. If taken in the United States, this test costs $136 (as of 2010).
Law School
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Once a student has passed the LSAT exam, he will select, apply for, and if accepted, attend a law school. This phase of education lasts approximately three to four years. The coursework is rigorous and includes extensive reading, public speaking and enduring pervasive criticism. A large number of law school dropouts resign from practicing law simply because of the difficulty endured daily in classes and homework.
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Exit Examination
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Once a law student has successfully graduated law school, she must take the bar examination. This exam is given to test an individual's retention of state and constitutional law and certifies their ability to practice law. This test will cost several hundred dollars. Due to the difficulty of the exam, many fail the test and do not continue pursuing law.
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