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Careers for Law Graduates

Introduction

Hailed as one of the generalist degrees of the 1990s, a Law degree has now become a passport to work in a wide range of fields, only one of which is private legal practice.

The law and legal system affects nearly every aspect of our society. Lawyers are the main link between the legal system and the community. It is a discipline of long tradition and constant change.

The core skills and values that are essential for the competent practise of law include: analytical and problem-solving skills; critical reading abilities; general research skills; oral communication and listening abilities; task organisation and management skills; and writing skills.

Thus, individuals who wish to prepare adequately for a career in law, or for any other professional service that involves the use of legal skills, should seek educational, extracurricular and life experiences that will assist them in developing those attributes. (Source: www.cooley.edu )

Why Do a Law Degree?

While the majority of graduate lawyers practise law in traditional environments, an increasing number are using their degree to gain entry into careers in sectors as diverse as politics, international finance, sports, diplomacy, health, the media and environmental protection. Recognising this, Law Schools in Australia often offer combined or double degrees. Students undertaking a double degree gain two bachelor degrees at the end of a five-year course of study: Arts/Law; Commerce/Law; Business/Law; and Science/Law are common.

Law is considered to be one of the most intellectually challenging of all degrees and employers view Law graduates as valuable employees, expecting that they have received rigorous training in independent, analytical thinking and have been instilled with a good work ethic.

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