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Results for "Law & Government"
Field: Law & Government. Related jobs: Lawyer, Judge, Politician, Public Policy Analyst, Paralegal.
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Intro to Careers in Law
4 weeks of lessons, notes, assignments and quizzes. See what lawyers really do, how courts work, how to think like a lawyer, and the road to law school.
What to do now
In high school
- Join debate, mock trial or Model UN
- Take government and AP English
- Shadow or interview a lawyer
In college
- Any major works; pick one that builds writing and reasoning
- Keep your GPA high and plan for the LSAT
- Intern at a law office or public defender
Videos to watch
YouTube channels to follow
Mentors you can talk to
Books to read
Just Mercy
A lawyer fighting for justice in the criminal system. Possibly the most compelling argument for a legal career.
The New Jim Crow
Understand the legal system and its impact. Essential reading for anyone interested in law and justice.
1984
Understanding government power and civil liberties starts here. Still the best introduction to political thought.
Articles and guides
- How to become a lawyer: from high school to bar exam
- Careers in government: beyond politics
- What is public policy and why should you care?
- Law & Government: pay, education and job outlook
- Summer programs and internships in Law & Government for students
- Scholarships for students going into Law & Government