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attorney. You can either represent either the government
(prosecutor) or the accused who cannot afford to hire a
lawyer (public defender). You could also draft research and
enforce laws, rules and regulations if you are an attorney in
the legislative or executive branches.

Public interest
You will be focusing on cases and affairs that would be
significant to the public if you pick this area. Often, you
would be dealing with those who are disadvantaged or
have low income. You may be working directly with clients
and offer them legal advice in matters such as housing,
immigration, employment, discrimination and education.
Some public interest lawyers work for organisations that
are trying to bring changes to laws and the society.

THERE ARE
PLENTY OF LAWS
IN THE MALAYSIAN
JUDICIARY
SYSTEM AND
YOU HAVE TO
MEMORISE AND
REMEMBER
EVERY SINGLE
ONE OF THEM

Judiciary
Many fresh graduates will be working as a clerk for a judge. Your job may
vary but it involves a lot of researching, reviewing and summarising legal
issues; drafting memoranda; and observing court proceedings. Your working
experience as a clerk will be highly rated by most legal employers and can be
used as a springboard into positions in the private and government sector.
Most lawyers have a slim chance of becoming judges. They will not be selected
if they do not have enough experience in their careers. They need to be in the
field for quite a long time before they get the chance.

Academia
If you have a law degree, you can also opt for teaching, counseling, or
administrative positions. You can also be a professor, programme administrator,
career counsellor, or even admission executive. Keep in mind that you may not
have to be in positions that are directly related to your degree. Be open-minded
about the many other fields that you can explore.

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