Hi, my friend and I both want to be lawyers. we finally talked after a long time of not seeing each other and we got on the topic of college. and majors. etc. i asked her what do u want to major in? she goes "history.. for LAw" i'm like you want to major in history law!? i was shocked because i didn't know that it existed. she said, i want to major in history in order to be a lawyer I asked her, wouldnt it make more sense to major in pre-law? she says "to be a lawyer u HAVE to know ALL of history and u cant major in pre-law smart one.. i think i would know since ive been planning this since forever" does that even make any sense???

you have to know all of history to be a lawyer? Since when did lawyers need to know so much of history, i mean you should know a good amount, but not ALL of it...?

please help?
what did lawyers major in- pre-law, psyc, history...etc

What is Carolus Linnaeus most known for?

discovering the microscope

theory of evolution

naming all organisms in the world himself

binomial nomenclature - the system for naming organisms

Carolus Linnaeus is most known for binomial nomenclature, the system for naming organisms.

It's great that you and your friend have aspirations to become lawyers! The path to becoming a lawyer can vary, and there is no one specific major that is required. However, it is important to understand the different factors involved.

Firstly, it's important to note that in the United States, there is generally no specific undergraduate major called "pre-law." Pre-law programs are often considered preparatory courses that emphasize critical thinking, writing skills, and analytical reasoning, which are important skills for success in law school. These programs are not typically a requirement to pursue a legal career.

When it comes to choosing an undergraduate major in preparation for law school, students have the freedom to study any subject they are interested in. This is because law schools generally value a diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives among their student body. Popular majors for aspiring lawyers include political science, English, history, philosophy, economics, and psychology, among others.

Your friend's choice of majoring in history with the intention of pursuing law is not uncommon. Studying history can develop crucial skills such as critical analysis, research, and effective communication, which are highly valued in the legal profession. While it is not necessary to "know ALL of history" to be a lawyer, an understanding of historical events and context can be beneficial when analyzing legal cases and making arguments.

It's important to remember that law school itself is where individuals receive the education and training specific to the legal profession. Law schools teach the necessary legal principles, research and writing skills, and practical aspects of law. Thus, the choice of undergraduate major is not the sole determining factor in becoming a successful lawyer.

Ultimately, your friend's decision to major in history for her future legal career is a personal one. As long as she excels academically, develops critical thinking and analytical skills, and performs well on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), she can pursue her dream of becoming a lawyer. Encourage her to research and seek guidance from academic advisors or professionals in the field to make informed decisions along her path to becoming a lawyer.

What do you want as a lawyer to know?

Law?
Morals?
Ethics?
Medicine?
Engineering?
Literature?
History?
Human Behavior (Psychology)?

The purpose of college is to become educated. Focus on an education. AFter that, consider being a lawyer if your inclination is that. Many students are not focusing on an education, but rather, a job. Goodness.