American Law and Legal Education Prof. Anthony Ketron & Grant Christensen - Charlotte School of Law
American Government
Federalism
Legal Education Unlike Lithuania – The United States confers 3 different advanced degrees in law education J.D. LL.M. SJD
License to Practice Law Every state has their own requirements, and admission is regulated by the bar of each state. A written Bar Exam is required for admission to the practice of law in each state. Federal courts have their own admissions requirements Each state also has its own requirements regarding the maintenance of the law license
Foreign Students & U.S. Law Schools J.D. Degree – Advanced Standing LL.M. Degree – First degree in foreign law 2 Tracks: For practice in the U.S. For general knowledge of U.S. Law What are the advantages of earning an American law degree?
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