The American legal profession : the myths and realities of practicing law / Christopher P. Banks, Kent State University.

"This book is a tight and fresh analysis of the American legal profession and its significance to society and its citizens. The book's primary objective is to expose, and correct, the principal misconceptions-myths--surrounding prelaw study, law school admission, law school, and the Americ...

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Main Author: Banks, Christopher P. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2024.
Edition:Second edition.
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