books that shed light on the legal profession?

Graduate School Law School
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<p>Instead of buying that first LSAT practice book, I would first very much like to read a well-written book about the realities of being a lawyer today. Something that's neither too glamorous not too dreary.</p>

<p>I would also be interested in reading something that's not contemporary. </p>

<p>Basically what I want are good reads for people who are actually interested in the profession from the little they know, and would like to know more to see whether that interest can be turned into a career path.</p>

<p>Any recommendations? (Blogs would be cool too!)</p>

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<p>One L by Scott Turow</p>

<p>“The turbulent true story of a first year at Harvard Law School”</p>

<p>very good read and will give great insight into the steps to becoming an attorney.</p>

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<p>I’d recommend reading Scott Turrow’s lawyer novels as well. They’re technically accurate, and thoroughly enjoyable.</p>

<p>“A Civil Action” by Jonathan Harr is really depressing in some ways, but a fascinating read, and .</p>

<p>I’d also recommend “The Bretheren” by Bob Woodward and Scott Armstrong.</p>