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How to become medical malpractice lawyer?

You become a medical malpractice lawyer by first becoming a lawyer, then focusing your work on that area. The sources do not describe medical malpractice work specifically. To become a lawyer, you typically need a law degree and a state license, which usually means passing a bar exam. This usually takes about 7 years of full-time study after high school: 4 years of college and 3 years of law school. Most states require a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Licensing is done by each state, so rules vary by state.

When a lawyer helpsIf you want to enter this field, check your own state's bar admission rules before choosing a law school.

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