What should we select to become judge

Dear  aspirant,

follow the steps to become a judge

Step One: Obtain an Undergraduate Degree

First, you will need to obtain a bachelor's degree. There is no specified major for aspiring lawyers, but do make certain that your 4-year curriculum includes courses in government, foreign language, public speaking and history. Researching, writing and analytical abilities will also be necessary in your legal career.

Step Two: Attend Law School and Obtain a Juris Doctor

Most judges have earned law degrees. In some states, you may become a judge without a law degree, but your prospects will be greatly enhanced if you obtain this credential. You must pass the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) in order to be admitted to law school. Achieving a good score on the LSAT, along with excellent undergraduate grades, can help your chances of being admitted to competitive law programs.

You should also attend a law school that has been approved by the American Bar Association. Your curriculum should include courses such as civil procedure, evidence, legal philosophy, advanced legal research and jurisprudence. Law school takes about three years to complete. Upon graduating, you'll receive a Juris Doctor (J.D.).

Step Three: Pass the Bar and Other Exams

In all states, you must pass a written bar examination. A passing score on an ethics examination is also required in most states. Most U.S. states and territories require candidates to take the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE), a 200-question test that lasts six hours. The multiple-choice questions on the MBE evaluate examinees' knowledge of areas such as constitutional law, criminal law, evidence and contracts. Varying state by state, a local bar exam may be required along with the MBE and the ethics exam.

Step Four: Become Appointed or Elected to the Court

Experienced lawyers can be either elected or appointed to judgeships. This process often involves politics. Federal administrative law judges receive their appointments from government agencies, and they are required to take a comprehensive test given by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. A number of state-level judges are appointed to their posts, while others are elected by voters. In several states, appointed commissions evaluate candidates for judgeships.

Step Five: Complete Judgeship Training

Elected and appointed judges must participate in training programs, as required by every state. Judicial education programs are offered by the National Center for State Courts and the American Bar Association. In the majority of states, judges are required to enroll in continuing education classes throughout their careers.

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