Duties and Responsibilities
Are the responsibilities of a lawyer just to fight their client's case in court?
No, they also negotiate settlements and enable clients to be legally safe and sound.
What are Lawyers?
Lawyers are people who represent and aid their clients using the legal system.
Do you need to be well-versed in finance to be a lawyer?
Not necessarily
What requirements do you need to do the LPP(Law Practice Program)?
What is the total cost of the budget per year?
$48540
Does a case need to be fought in court?
No, there can be settlements before the case where the plaintiff and the defendant agree.
What are the employment prospects for layers in Ontario right now?
Moderate
What skill is needed so that the client, the jury, and the judge understand what you're saying or writing
Good Communication
How long is the J.D. program at UOFT?
3 years
What is my cost for accommodation?
$0
Provide an example of a legal document.
Settlements
Non-disclosure agreements
Provide an example of a related job to lawyers?
Paralegals/ Legal Consultants
Why do you need debating skills?
To be able to fight cases in court.
1 Year
Why are my transportation costs so cheap?
It is because I am taking public transportation
What is a legal precedent?
a judicial decision or ruling that has been made previously and serves as an authority.
What would your salary be if it were your first year in a law firm(on average)?
$110,000
Is it necessary to have moderate knowledge about working with technology to be a lawyer?
Yes, so you can navigate your way through digitaln servers with information about your clients.
What's an LSAT?
Quiz for acceptance into law school.
What are my book and supplies costs?
$1000
What is a civil dispute?
A non-criminal legal disagreement
What are two of the disadvantages of being a lawyer?
Long Hours and Stress
Job Market Competition
High Pressure
Why would drafting legal documents be lower on the list of skills you need than being able to understand what it means?
This is because lawyers do not need to draft, as paralegals are usually responsible for that.
What's the minimum GPA for being a Law student at U.O.F.T.?
3.84
How much does a meal plan cost per year at UOFT?
It costs $7000