How do lawyers and solicitors compare in the job market with grads from other disciplines?
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Hmmm, hell no!  Canada in general doesn't have a large crime rate so first of all the jobs are not in high demand.  Most areas looking for people are the RCMP, and they work in a profession that makes them move around quite a bit and they make no more money than say computer techs or doctors, and such.\n\nAs far as lawyers go, I'm not entirely sure- I don't see them being in high demand and I can't say I know any lawyers doing really well for themselves, but who knows... there's a chance.
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Being a lawyer is a long hard road.\n\nStart with a bachelors degree, preferably something related to the type of law you eventually want to practice. Then, after getting reasonably good grades and graduating, you take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT).\n\nAfter you've taken the LSAT, you get to start applying to law schools. Once you are accepted, you get another three years of studying all the general fields of law. Remember that lawyers in the US have earned a Juris Doctorate, which is a post-graduate degree. \n\nAfter those additional three years of study, then the fun starts. The Bar exam. Imagine a comprehensive final exam covering everything you've learned in the core classes over three years. Two to three straight days of testing. Then you wait 3-4 months for your results.\n\nI graduated from law school a week ago, and am now studying for the California Bar. Over 1/3 of all the students in my entering class dropped out during law school. Of those that actually finished law school, almost half will likely not pass the bar their first time. That's California average.\n\nIt's a noble profession, despite the reputation that lawyers have gotten in the general public. But it's not an easy road, and not for the faint of heart. Good luck.
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The professional law program takes three years and leads to the JD (Doctor of Law) degree. A bachelor's (4-year) degree is required for admission to the program. \n\nThe Master of Laws is an advanced law degree, abbreviated LL.M., which is taken after the JD has been earned. It focuses on a specialized area of law. One of the most popular LL.M. degrees in the United States is tax law. Other common programs include environmental law, human rights law, commercial law, intellectual property law and international law. The LL.M. course usually takes one year of full-time study.\n\nBottom line - it will take you 8 years in college - 4 at the bachelor's degree level, 3 in law school, and 1 in your specialty.\n\nIf you are successful in your first year of law school you will likely do well thereafter, but you will have to continue to maintain a high level of achievement.
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I went to school to be an Accountant.  I graduated 7 years ago.  I work in my field and I have ever since graduation.  One piece of advice I would give is that you literally have to manage your career, much the same way that a professional athelete would.  I keep a good recruiter (similar to an agent); when I find myself in a job that is not working out for myself or the employer, I start making plans to move on; I market myself quite heavily by building relationships with other people that work in my field.  I keep my resume and my skills current.  I have never settled for any job that does not somehow help me work towards my career goals.
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I happen to be a lawyer.  I was somewhat older when I started law school (30), so there wasn't an illusion of showing up to save the world from all of the injustices, however, I wanted to be really good at what I did.  After working in private practice for 4 years, I struck out on my own.  It has been a struggle to establish a solid client base, but I love being my own boss, getting to pick and choose what cases I want to take, and setting my own hours.  It really gives me a lot more time to spend with my family.  Not the typical burning the midnight oil scenario.  What I truly despise are the people who stereotype the entire legal profession as power hungry, greedy, blood sucking vultures.  That is entirely untrue, and while there are unsavory persons in any profession, many attorneys in my community are truly concerned and caring individuals who volunteer their time on many occasions to help those less fortunate.  Enough said!!
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Bad idea. That is what I have and never helped me with getting jobs. Better to specialize somewhat but still keep is somewhat broad like a BA or BS in Business, economics, etc.. Employers seem to like that better I have found.
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I work in one.  Your friend is overly sensitive.  People are jerks everywhere you go and people are nice everywhere you go.  Law practice can be stressful and lawyers do vent sometimes.  Personally, I really like the professional enviroment.  I'm only here 35 hours a week and the rest of my life is the part that counts.  I'm just here for the paycheck and at 5:00, I leave the office and don't give it another second's thought.
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First, you need to make sure your immigration status will allow you to work, period.  I do not believe that student spouses are permitted to work, so you will need to look into that.\n\nBut in terms of actually putting your degree to use, that's probably going to be harder than it sounds.  Your foreign degree won't really help you to pass the bar exam in any state, and unless you're from the the UK or a Commonwealth country, it's unlikely that you've spent much time with the Anglo-American common law tradition.  The civil law traditions of continental Europe and much of Asia are dramatically different in both structure and procedure.  \n\nYou will probably need to get a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree to be adequately credentialed and prepared to practice any kind of law in the US.  Most law schools which offer the standard JD law degree also offer an LL.M., which is almost always earned by foreign students.  \n\nYour MBA won't necessarily provide you with any particular benefit if you're trying to get into the legal field.  There are some lawyers with MBAs, but it's not that common and not viewed as a big advantage.  You're probably find that it's a lot easier to get a job with your MBA than your law degree, as business doesn't require the same licensure or credentials as law.
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I think paralegals are in demand. Look at this sue happy nation we live in and it just gets worse. Johnman is correct - make sure your course is ABA or at least the state you live in bar association approved. Paralegals in effect are becoming somewhat of private investigators as far as records research and so on. Research is the fun part in my opinion... Pay can be good. Depends on the area you live in and the firm you work for.
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It really depends on what kind of law you want to practice.  Some areas are far more respectable than others.  Some are downright despicable.  You will almost certainly make a better living practicing law, but life is not necessarily about that.\n\nAs far as Anthropology - it is a very noble profession.  But there is tremendous travel involved, and it may take you a while to be able to make a good income.\n\nFirst think about the kind of lifestyle you want to live, and go from there.  These professions will give you drastically different lifestyles, and that could be your basic deciding factor right there.
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Biotechnology is a growing sector. Experts feel that biotech industry may surpass IT and ITeS in overall growth and employment generation\n\nMost biotechnologists find employment on a large scale in research laboratories run by the government, universities and institutes of technology, as well as the corporate sector. The department of biotechnology has many openings for scientific officers in different biotechnology disciplines.
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DBA is still as broad topic as MBA...\n\nI can't compare the holder of an MSc to an MBA holder...\n\nAnd so, can't compare a DBA holder to a PhD holder...\n\nMSc and PhD ar more speciallised in the field of Business Admin, and if you plan to do a PhD, you will need to study pre-requisits first...\n\nSo, if you are speaking of time wise, go for a DBA, but for specialisation and the holding of a better certificate, go for a PhD...\n\nAnd the decision is left to you...\n\nI am telling you that because I used to do an MBA, and now postponed it...
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Basically there are two groups. Those that deal with civil law and those who deal with criminal law. Among the civil lawyers include those who deal with business, education,environmental, family, and personal injury. Criminal lawyers seem to specialize in either prosecuting or defending criminals. For you to decide which practice area would be best for you contact your state or county BAR association and ask them for some help learning about what is available. Good luck.
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Bare in mind, no matter what qualification that you have in your hand, if you don't know how to market yourself, you'll be just like that... OK ?.\n\nMatter-or-Fact, medical, engineering and other sciences graduates are on demand but the world still need experts from other fields including business, legal, property, politics, and etc. \n\nDon't be so inferior about yourself. Why ?. Several non-Sciences jobs are considered as professionals including accountant and lawyer. Now, you're widening your expertise towards law. It is indeed, a good choice !. Congratulations.\n\nYes.. We could see that those brainiacs are those who're experts in sciences but how about for those that lead the big companies ?. Most of them are business students... Don't worry. Keep on track !. Do well for your studies...\n\nRemember ! Rough seas and storms make skilfull sailor. May U succeed.
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I'm writing this on the assumption that you will be working for an English or Welsh firm, rather than one in Scotland, Ireland (Republic or North) or anywhere else in the Commonwealth.\n\nYes, there's some jargon, but a lot less than there used to be - no more than in any other business, these days.  There used to be a book called something like "The Legal Secretary's Handbook" published by The Law Society, but I'm not sure if it is still in print - (don't confuse it with a U.S. book of the same name). You could check with "Oyez" or other legal publishers. The written side of the work may seem a bit daunting for the first week or so, but that's the same with anything unfamiliar.\n\nI reckon that one of the most important things is an ability to relate to clients - from time to time, you will probably have to deal with them - usually by 'phone. No-one employs a solicitor for fun and amusement. In most cases, something is worrying them, and they want to feel that they are dealing with a firm which is doing its best to help, even if the outcome is uncertain. Mind you, don't get too involved - lawyers and their staff have to remain objective, however much sympathy they may privately feel for a client. \n\nThere's something about the way you have put your question which makes me think that you will be well up to the job, and obviously your new employers think the same, or they wouldn't have offered it to you.\n\nGood luck, and I hope you are starting work in time to go to the office party this Christmas!
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If you mean which one has higher salary packages, I would say Finance people are typically paid more out of business school. Growth prospects... totally dependent on where in finance or marketing one wants to go.
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Law school is the hardest thing I have ever done in my life.  And I have a child that I birthed naturally.\n\nAnd after law school is the Bar exam.  Some states fail a higher percentage than they pass.\n\nIf you don't like to read, forget about it.\n\nOh, and unless that bs you're good at means Bachelor of Science, you might need a degree first.