Hello everyone,

I'm really sorry for the question, I'm pretty sure someone already asked it, but I can't find any certain info....

I see postures both in favor of going right after the JD and some against that recommend to go after a couple years, but the thing is, is it like an actual requirement to go after a couple of years? Because I have looked for it in some Universities like Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Georgetown, etc. and they do not establish (or at least clearly) if It's like an actual requirement, a suggestion, if it's irrelevant or even if it depends on the country.

I appreciate every answer! THANK YOU SO MUCH

It depends. You should ask yourself: why you need this degree and how a postgraduate would help your career. 

American and British law schools have different admission criteria. It is worth doing some research. Some colleges have deliberately explained why they want experienced candidates to be in their classes while some do not clearly establish a firm standing. Every college wants to admit the brightest and most well-rounded applicants. Being the most intelligent applicant can be defined in many ways. I'd say that Give it a shot: who knows you may be admitted to one of T14. 

If you have any questions, you can email the admission team or attend their open day. 

Some schools suggest it as they believe you will be able to add more to the classroom discussion when you have work experience, some schools do not have a preference, and some schools require it. For example, Columbia only admits students with work experience and only makes an exception if you have a compelling reason why you cannot wait an additional year. 

In the end, I think it depends on the school and what you have to offer. If you apply to schools that prefer work experience but you have excellent academic records, good extracurricular activities, etc., or just a very good overall application, they can still decide to admit you without prior work experience :) 

Some schools suggest it as they believe you will be able to add more to the classroom discussion when you have work experience, some schools do not have a preference, and some schools require it. For example, Columbia only admits students with work experience and only makes an exception if you have a compelling reason why you cannot wait an additional year. 

In the end, I think it depends on the school and what you have to offer. If you apply to schools that prefer work experience but you have excellent academic records, good extracurricular activities, etc., or just a very good overall application, they can still decide to admit you without prior work experience :)