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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.

7 years to income$70,000 - $150,000 entryLaw Society of Ontario (LSO)
Shortcut Path7 years
1

Grade 12

1 year

Focus on writing and critical thinking

2

Undergraduate Degree

3-4 years

Any major, maintain high GPA

3

LSAT Preparation

3-6 months

Study for Law School Admission Test

4

Law School (JD)

3 years

Juris Doctor program at Ontario law school

5

Articling/LPP

10 months

Practical training with law firm or LPP

6

Bar Exams

2-3 months

Pass Barrister and Solicitor exams

7

Start Working!

Called to the Bar of Ontario

📍Standard Path7 years
1

Grade 12

1 year

Focus on writing and critical thinking

2

Undergraduate Degree

4 years

Complete bachelor's degree

3

LSAT Preparation

3-6 months

Study for Law School Admission Test

4

Law School (JD)

3 years

Juris Doctor program

5

Articling/LPP

10 months

Practical training

6

Bar Exams

2-3 months

Pass Barrister and Solicitor exams

7

Start Working!

Called to the Bar of Ontario

🛤️Long Path8 years
1

Grade 12

1 year

Focus on writing and critical thinking

2

Undergraduate Degree

4 years

Complete bachelor's degree

3

Work Experience

1 year

Gain experience, strengthen application

4

LSAT Preparation

3-6 months

Study for Law School Admission Test

5

Law School (JD)

3 years

Juris Doctor program

6

Articling/LPP

10 months

Practical training

7

Bar Exams

2-3 months

Pass Barrister and Solicitor exams

8

Start Working!

Called to the Bar of Ontario