How to Choose Your Law Career


Lawyers

The legal system affects nearly every aspect of our society, from buying a home to crossing the street. Lawyers form the backbone of this system, linking it to society in numerous ways. They hold positions... ... more

Academic Programs of Interest for Lawyers


Criminal Justice
Students pursuing a career in Criminal Justice Administration have several career options in public and private corrections and law enforcement arenas. Law enforcement officers may be responsible... more
Pre-Law
A pre-law degree is any degree which would allow someone to enroll for law school. All ABA law schools require at least a bachelors degree for North... more

Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates

Judges, magistrates, and other judicial workers apply the law and oversee the legal process in courts. They preside over cases concerning every aspect of society, from traffic offenses, to disputes over the management of professional... ... more

Academic Programs of Interest for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates


Criminal Justice
Students pursuing a career in Criminal Justice Administration have several career options in public and private corrections and law enforcement arenas. Law enforcement officers may be responsible... more
Pre-Law
A pre-law degree is any degree which would allow someone to enroll for law school. All ABA law schools require at least a bachelors degree for North... more

Judges and Hearing Officers

Administrative law judges, adjudicators, and hearing officers held about 15,500 jobs in 2020. The largest employers of administrative law judges, adjudicators, and hearing officers were as follows:State government, excluding education and hospitals - 47%Federal government... ... more

Academic Programs of Interest for Judges and Hearing Officers


Criminal Justice
Students pursuing a career in Criminal Justice Administration have several career options in public and private corrections and law enforcement arenas. Law enforcement officers may be responsible... more
Pre-Law
A pre-law degree is any degree which would allow someone to enroll for law school. All ABA law schools require at least a bachelors degree for North... more