Lawyers Flashcards
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ABA
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American Bar Association founded 1878 in Saratoga Springs
2
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AALS
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Association of American Law Schools; founded 1900 by james thayer
3
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in 1910…
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there were about 100 law schools, some were part time and night school
4
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in 1980…
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that number doubled; 200 schools
5
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In the late 19th century
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Corporations wanted to diverge from lawyers with apprenticeships; desired individuals with a formal education
6
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T or F: Apprenticeships were more effective
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true
7
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1900 Admissions reqs
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Bachelor’s degree, GPAs, number of law books, faculty
8
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Evening programs
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were popular with immigrants; graduates did well in local politics of cities
