About the Law
"Freedom of Speech" falls under what U.S. Constitution amendment?
First
What is the name of the exam a lawyer must take to be able to represent someone in court?
The Bar Exam
In a criminal matter, what do you call the person being charged with a crime?
The Defendant(s)
What is the name of the Law School Entrance Exam?
LSAT (Law School Admissions Test)
What is the name of the highest court in the United States?
Is it a civil or criminal violation for breaching a contract?
Civil
Yes
How do you address the court/judge in a trial?
"Your Honor"
What area of law practice requires you to have a science degree?
Patent Law
What branch of government makes laws?
The legislative branch is made up of the House and Senate, known collectively as the Congress.
What is the name of the area of law for a civil wrong?
Tort
What is the name of the process of requesting a higher court to review the decision made in a lower court?
Appeal
Which party speaks first in a trial?
Plaintiff (through their attorney)
What is the range of points for the LSAT? (Highest score-Lowest score)
120-180
What amendment to the Constitution does Equal Protection fall under?
What is the common name for our 'right to remain silent'?
Miranda Rights
What is the surname given to a lawyer once they have been admitted into the Bar?
Esquire (Esq.)
Name at least two types of witnesses you may seek to testify in a trial
Eyewitness, laywitness, expert witness, character witness, fact witness
What company offers a free LSAT prep course through LSAC?
Khan Academy
Who was the first to sign the U.S. Constitution?
George Washington
What is the primary source of American law?
The U.S. Constitution
When a lawyer fails to perform their ethical and professional duties to their clients, what kind of suit can their clients bring against the lawyer?
What is the latin name for the jury selection process?
Voir Dire
Name at least 2 of the LSAT multiple choice sections on the LSAT
Logic reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Analytical reasoning, Logic Games* (Note: LG no longer on LSAT as of June 2024)
Name at least 3 Supreme Court Judges
Roberts
Thomas
Alito
Sotomayor
Gorsuch
Kagan
Kavanaugh
Barrett
Jackson