[英语考试]US Judicial System Slide Show 5.pptVIP

Introduction to the US Judicial SystemSun Yat Sen University School of LawFall 2010 Class Five: American Legal Profession and American Judicial System Piute Creek by Gary Snyder One granite ridge A tree, would be enough Or even a rock, a small creek, A bark shred in a pool. Hill beyond hill, folded and twisted??? Tough trees crammed In thin stone fractures A huge moon on it all, is too much.??? Overview Quiz: 8:05 to 8:45 am American Legal Profession American Judicial System (if time) Student Question As a lawyer or Judge, what kind of skill is the most important for us? American Legal Profession The Bar Examination done on a state-by-state basis many states use a “multi-state” portion of the examination which is more general combined with a state-specific portion of the examination most students pay a lot of money to take a preparation course specifically designed to help them pass the test Bar Examination Difficult test that does not evaluate whether someone will be a good lawyer, only whether they have studied hard and are good at taking tests You can only practice law in the state you are licensed – if you want to work in another state, you must get licensed in that state Non-lawyers cannot represent others in court (unless they are representing themselves) Types of lawyer jobs in the U.S. Once you are licensed in the U.S., you can become any kind of lawyer. There are no special licenses that distinguish among different kinds of practices. There are, however, specializations and often your clients will want to hire someone who has detailed knowledge in the area of law where they need help (skills: appellate vs. trial litigation; or subject matter: patent, tax, bankruptcy, contract, etc.) Is it worthwhile to be a lawyer? Lawyers seldom get rich but they often make enough money to live comfortably Lawyers are involved in and affect virtually every aspect of American life On the other hand . . . Lawyers typically work long hours The wor