National unified judicial examination
Passing the national unified judicial examination is the first and key step to become a practicing lawyer. Only by passing this exam can you get a lawyer's qualification certificate.
Internship in a law firm
One year's internship in a law firm is the only way to become a practicing lawyer. During this period, you will have a deep understanding of the operation of the legal profession, accumulate practical experience and lay a solid foundation for your future career.
registration requirement
According to Article 6 of the Measures for the National Uniform Examination of Lawyers' Qualifications, applicants for the judicial examination must meet the following conditions: 1. China citizens who support the Constitution of People's Republic of China (PRC) and enjoy the right to vote and stand for election; 2. Obtain a bachelor's degree or above in law school or non-law major or equivalent professional level; 3. Good conduct.
Educational requirements
If you are a high school graduate now, don't worry. You can apply for law major or legal affairs major from adult college entrance examination, or you can choose law major from self-taught colleges (note that self-taught colleges cannot be directly promoted to undergraduate colleges, and you need to obtain a junior college diploma first).
Lawyer's practice conditions
According to the second chapter of the Lawyers Law, a lawyer should obtain the qualification and practice certificate. Persons with a bachelor's degree or above in law in institutions of higher learning, engaged in legal research, teaching and other professional work, and with senior professional titles or equivalent professional level may also apply for practicing as lawyers.
Conditions for obtaining a lawyer's practice certificate
To apply for a lawyer's practice certificate, the following conditions must be met: 1. Qualified as a lawyer; 2. Internship in a law firm for one year; 3. Good conduct. It should be noted that the lawyer's practice certificate will not be issued under any of the following circumstances: 1. Having no or limited capacity for civil conduct; 2. Those who have received criminal punishment (except negligent crimes); 3. Being expelled from public office or having his lawyer's practice certificate revoked.