When starting law school, students study basic law courses. They learn legal procedures and writing as well, as how to analyze the law. Later they take specialized courses. Many students work for lawyers or judges during school to gain experiences. They also may volunteer time at a legal clinic.
Firms prefer to hire law school graduates with high academic standing.
Community knowledge and experience are also helpful. Advanced degrees are often necessary to specialize in a field such as tax law or to teach in a law school. The licensing of lawyers is carried out through the Indiana State Board of Law Examiners. Legal interns can be graduates of or students enrolled in approved schools of law. A practicing attorney who is a member of the State Bar must supervise the intern.