Law
Advocate, Argue, Achieve Justice
Lawyers advise clients, represent them in court, and help navigate the legal system. This career offers diverse specializations from criminal law to corporate law, with potential for high earnings and societal impact. Ontario has several excellent law schools.
Grade 12
1 year
Focus on writing and critical thinking
Undergraduate Degree
3-4 years
Any major, maintain high GPA
LSAT Preparation
3-6 months
Study for Law School Admission Test
Law School (JD)
3 years
Juris Doctor program at Ontario law school
Articling/LPP
10 months
Practical training with law firm or LPP
Bar Exams
2-3 months
Pass Barrister and Solicitor exams
Start Working!
Called to the Bar of Ontario
Grade 12
1 year
Focus on writing and critical thinking
Undergraduate Degree
4 years
Complete bachelor's degree
LSAT Preparation
3-6 months
Study for Law School Admission Test
Law School (JD)
3 years
Juris Doctor program
Articling/LPP
10 months
Practical training
Bar Exams
2-3 months
Pass Barrister and Solicitor exams
Start Working!
Called to the Bar of Ontario
Grade 12
1 year
Focus on writing and critical thinking
Undergraduate Degree
4 years
Complete bachelor's degree
Work Experience
1 year
Gain experience, strengthen application
LSAT Preparation
3-6 months
Study for Law School Admission Test
Law School (JD)
3 years
Juris Doctor program
Articling/LPP
10 months
Practical training
Bar Exams
2-3 months
Pass Barrister and Solicitor exams
Start Working!
Called to the Bar of Ontario