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The Career of Law: A Path Towards Justice and Public Service
Law is one of the most valued and respected professions in today’s society.
Many people find this career interesting because of its ability to influence social
justice, protect the rights of citizens, and contribute to community stability. Lawyers
serve a variety of roles, from advising individuals and businesses on legal matters to
representing their clients in court and negotiations. Their work involves researching,
interpreting, and applying laws, regulations, and court precedents to defend their
clients’ interests. As for hours, lawyers typically have a flexible workload, but they
often must work additional hours when cases require it, especially during trial
periods or complex negotiations.
For those who wish to pursue a law degree, there are several institutions that
offer high-quality programs. Among the main ones in Puerto Rico are the University
of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus; the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto
Rico, located in Ponce; and the Inter American University School of Law, located in
Bayamón. Of these options, the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus,
stands out as the best choice due to its prestige, its focus on social justice, and its
commitment to comprehensive training in the legal field. The School of Law at this
university has been recognized for training competent professionals committed to
the principles of justice and ethics.

To enter the School of Law at the University of Puerto Rico, applicants must
meet certain requirements. First, it is necessary to have completed a bachelor’s
degree from an accredited institution. In addition, students must submit the results
of the LSAT (Law School Admission Test), which measures their reasoning and
reading comprehension skills. An application for admission accompanied by letters
of recommendation and a personal essay in which the student explains his or her
motivation to study law is also required. Regarding financial aid, the UPR offers
several types of financial support. The institutional scholarship program and federal
grants, such as the Pell Grant, are attractive options for students who need financial
support. The duration of the law program at this university is approximately three
years full-time, after which graduates are prepared to take the bar exam and begin
their professional career.
Once the studies are completed, the best place to work in this career may be
in renowned law firms or in government institutions. These positions allow lawyers
to apply their knowledge effectively and contribute to the justice system. In Puerto
Rico, San Juan is one of the cities with the most opportunities for lawyers, especially
in law firms and government offices. At the beginning of the career, the income of a
lawyer in Puerto Rico is between $40,000 and $50,000 per year, although this can
vary depending on the specialization and type of practice. With five years of
experience, the income can increase significantly, reaching over $70,000 per year in
many cases, especially if the lawyer works in private firms or specializes in in-
demand areas such as corporate or criminal law.
In conclusion, the law career is an ideal choice for those who wish to have a
positive impact on society through the defense of rights and justice. The University
of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus, is a prestigious institution that provides
comprehensive training in this field, preparing students for the challenges they will
encounter in professional practice. With a combination of commitment, ethics and
passion, lawyers can build a successful career and contribute significantly to their
community and the justice system.

Conoce a la Escuela de Derecho: única en Puerto Rico y en el Mundo –
Escuela de Derecho UPR. (n.d.). https://derecho.uprrp.edu/conoce-a-la-escuela/
Juris Doctor – Escuela de Derecho UPR. (n.d.).
https://derecho.uprrp.edu/futuros-estudiantes/admision/juris-doctor/
Alvarado, L. (n.d.). ¿Qué es la carrera de Derecho y por qué estudiarla?.
Politécnico Grancolombiano. https://www.poli.edu.co/blog/poliverso/derecho

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Vicente Agosto Merle 12-1

The Career of Law: A Path Towards Justice and Public Service

periods or complex negotiations.

university has been recognized for training competent professionals committed to

the principles of justice and ethics.

meet certain requirements. First, it is necessary to have completed a bachelor’s

reading comprehension skills. An application for admission accompanied by letters

their professional career.

in renowned law firms or in government institutions. These positions allow lawyers

demand areas such as corporate or criminal law.

of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus, is a prestigious institution that provides

encounter in professional practice. With a combination of commitment, ethics and

community and the justice system.

Escuela de Derecho UPR. (n.d.). https://derecho.uprrp.edu/conoce-a-la-escuela/

Juris Doctor – Escuela de Derecho UPR. (n.d.).

Alvarado, L. (n.d.). ¿Qué es la carrera de Derecho y por qué estudiarla?.

Politécnico Grancolombiano. https://www.poli.edu.co/blog/poliverso/derecho

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