CALIFORNIA

Program Name: Law Office Study Program (LOSP)

Requirements:

• Study law for four years under the supervision of a qualified attorney or judge.

• The supervising attorney must have at least five years of active legal experience.

• Complete 18 hours per week of study for a minimum of 48 weeks per year.

• Take monthly exams and submit progress reports to the California State Bar.

Additional Notes:

Apprentices must pass the First-Year Law Students' Examination (Baby Bar) after the first year to continue in the program.

The Baby Bar has a low pass rate, making it a significant hurdle.

VERMONT

Requirement: Supervision by an attorney or judge with at least three years of experience is required.

Role of Supervisor:

• Provide structured legal education equivalent to law school.

• Mentor you in both theory and practical skills.
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• Submit bi-annual progress reports to the Vermont Board of Bar Examiners.

VIRGINIA

Program Name: Law Reader Program

Requirements:

• Complete a three-year program under a supervising attorney or judge.
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• The supervising attorney must have at least 10 years of experience.
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• Devote at least 25 hours per week to legal study.
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• Follow a strict curriculum outlined by the Virginia Board of Bar Examiners, covering topics like civil procedure, contracts, criminal law, etc.

• Submit monthly progress reports.

Additional Notes:

Virginia's program is known for its strict  Requirements and rigorous oversight.

No Baby Bar exam is required, but the final bar exam remains challenging

STATE OF WASHINGTON

Program Name: Law Clerk Program

Requirements:

• Complete a four-year apprenticeship under the supervision of an attorney or judge.
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• The supervising attorney must have at least 10 years of experience.
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• Work 32 hours per week in a law office while also completing law courses.
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• Submit quarterly progress reports, including work logs and evaluations of study.