Is an internship necessary to become a lawyer?
On One Hand: An Internship Provides Hands-on ExperienceA legal internship provides a law student with experiences beyond the walls of a classroom and textbooks. A legal internship provides an opportunity to observe and participate in the actual day-to-day workings of the legal profession.On the Other: Bar Admission Does Not Require Internship.The requirements for admission to the bar in all U.S. states is graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school and successful completion of the bar examination.Bottom LineProvided your schedule permits, participating in an internship enhances your legal education experience.
