I am a Computer engineer from India. I want to study law in USA . Will I be able to get a job in USA after my law degree from USA ?

I would like to change my field from computer engg to law. I am a final yr engg student. I know that at many USA univs one can study law (JD degree ) after graduation in any discipline. My question is whether I will have good job prospects in the US after doing my law degree .

67 Views|Posted 2011-06-25 13:02:52
Asked by Samridh
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Pooja Singh
2011-12-09 16:58:38
In order to pursue legal education in the US, you must have a four year college degree. In your case, I am assuming that you have one since you are a Computer Engineer. If you have a four year degree, you need to appear for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). The scores on the LSAT, with your un

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shaban
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2011-12-09 14:19:26
Hi, In the present day scenario, job situation in US, is not very promising due to the global economic turmoil and recession. The first degree offered by American law schools are Juris Doctor (JD) degree but it is actually a second degree for those who obtain it. This is because JD programmes are

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