How to Become a Lawyer

Step-by-step country guides covering education, bar exams, costs, and career prospects.

Law Society of Kenya (LSK)

7-8 years (4 LLB + 1.5 KSL + 0.5 pupillage + admission)

Bar Council of India (BCI)

5-6 years (5-year integrated or 3+3 year route)

Legal Practice Council (LPC)

6-7 years (4 LLB + 1-2 practical training + admission)

Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) / Council of Legal Education

7 years (5 LLB + 1 Law School + Call to Bar)

Uganda Law Society (ULS)

6 years (4 LLB + 1 LDC + enrollment)

Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) / Bar Standards Board (BSB)

6-7 years (3 LLB + SQE + 2 years QWE)