Legal Question in Education Law in Illinois

What does it take to become a lawyer?

I am married have 3 kids under the age of 7 out of school 10 years and considering entering fulltime law school.

I have been working in a professional world as a direct marketing manager since graduation.

I am taking the LSAT next month.

What is really to be expected in a law program as far as time constraints and stresses with a young family?


Asked on 1/20/04, 12:04 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Thomas T. Schlake Thomas T. Schlake Law Offices

Re: What does it take to become a lawyer?

Good Luck! The time constraints and stresses on you and your family will be huge. With three young children, I wouldn't recommend that you enter law school at this time. It's like the old bromide, "You can't serve two masters . . . . " In my judgement you will not be able to attend to the needs of your children and a law school curriculum at the same time. Please wait until they are a few years older.

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Answered on 1/21/04, 12:00 pm


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