Just to cover all of my bases, my plan right now is to work for a DA office to get trial experience and then eventually the DOJ (not set in stone). I'm assuming as long as I can pass the Bar exam then I'll still be able to practice in the government? Yeah I don't really much like the idea of how restricted/regimented everything is, even just after having dealt with the LSAC, it's a nightmare. Thanks so much for the advice, I am already looking into this option as we speak.
Yeah for real, the BAR system is so wild to me. Why do I NEED a law degree to take it in some states? If I can pass then let me practice.
I never knew this was even an option. I have even spoken at length about this with a family friend who has been FBI for 17 years and they didn't mention this at all. Thank you so much, this sounds like something I will pursue. I'd much rather learn by doing than in an academic environment. I always hated school, even dropped out after my first year of college and enlisted in the infantry for 5 years because I couldn't take it anymore and after 3 years finishing my undergrad I'm already feeling burned out again. I feel like I need to DO things, not just learn about them.
I can't thank you enough, this is potentially life-changing advice.
I'm looking into this right now. Looks like some states also require at least one year in an ABA law school. I'm definitely the kind of person who will investigate every detail before making a big decision like this. Thanks for your time, I really appreciate it.