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Preparing for a future law degree... Options
savanasmiles
#1 Posted : Saturday, May 26, 2012 1:39:37 PM
Rank: Frosh




Joined: 3/25/2012
Posts: 9
So I've recently had a revelation that I want to go for law school but I dont know what I should do to prepare! Im an Ontario student and Im in the eleventh grade, but I didn't take law... should I take the 11th grade course in the 12th grade? Just take the grade 12 law? Does it even matter?

Also, what kind of degree in University should I go for if I want to go to law school? I really want to go to a school in Toronto like U of T... maybe York. U of T is my dream school, though.

Does what kind of BA Degree you get matter in terms of taking the LSAT? Is there anything I could do to prepare?

University of Western Ontario - English Language and Literature [APPLIED]
University of Toronto (St. George Campus) - English [APPLIED]
York University (Keele Campus) - English [Applied]
HieronymusBosch
#2 Posted : Monday, May 28, 2012 2:40:55 AM
Rank: Senior Student


Joined: 5/28/2012
Posts: 64
There's a few way you can approach this.

For starters, here is a breakdown of LSAT scores by fields of study:

http://papers.ssrn.com/s...cfm?abstract_id=1430654

If you're not too keen on reading, here's a brief summary, with average score:

1) Math/Physics 160
2) Economics/Philosophy/Theology 157.4
3) International Relations 156.5

...

27) Pre-law 148.3
28) Criminal justice 146


Speaking purely from personal knowledge, I would say that, knowing what I know now, I would have chosen Philosophy and Sociology to prepare for a legal career. Both of these fields will provide the theoretical background necessary (recommended?) for the practice of law. In addition, philosophy's emphasis on straight-up reading comprehension is a major assistance to building a very important skill for practising law.

Depending on your current institution, or the type of law you would like to practice, I'm willing to bet that there are other departments that would be interesting/useful as well. For example, many IR/Poli Sci departments will offer courses that deals with international law, though likely indirectly.
HieronymusBosch
#3 Posted : Monday, May 28, 2012 2:43:55 AM
Rank: Senior Student


Joined: 5/28/2012
Posts: 64
differentusername wrote:
McGill isn't going to be a cake walk, but I haven't heard as many complaints about their bell curves...


McGill and UoT are the (only?) Canadian institutions that do not regularly inflate grades. Please don't think I'm being cynical, but I would highly recommend not letting my guard down during your first year/semester, particularly in the big departments like Political Science.
farahM
#4 Posted : Monday, May 28, 2012 11:55:05 PM
Rank: Frosh


Joined: 8/19/2011
Posts: 6
I have recently accepted my offer to Ryerson's Bachelor of Journalism program. I was wondering if I would be able to pursue a career in environmental law after completing this undergraduate degree? I have already taken a look at the electives that are available during this four year program, and I know that environment-related courses are available. However, will these courses and this degree make me eligible for a post-graduate degree in environmenal law? Will my knowledge be sufficient enough? If not, what types of law can I pursue with a Journalism degree? Please let me know soon! I need as much advice as I can get.
gregp123
#5 Posted : Monday, September 10, 2012 5:58:06 AM
Rank: Frosh


Joined: 9/10/2012
Posts: 1
Hi, i cannot provide you with a brief solution however, i can provide with the name of a source that can assist you in eliminating the concern. Just visit www.franchiselaw.ca/. Franchise law firm is one of the reliable law firms within Canada you can just log into their website and get the solution for your concern.
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