Requirements to become a lawyer (Singapore)

Singapore

Candidates need to obtain four-year bachelor of law course from National University of Singapore (NUS) or Singapore Management University (SMU). A JD post-graduate program from SMU will also be recognized.
The Law Society of Singapore will recognize foreign law degrees from a list of foreign accredited institutions
Candidates must pass the Bar Exam in order to practice law. Students who have obtained their law degree from Singaporean University are required to take part B of the Bar Exam. Oversea candidates who have completed their law degree outsides of Singapore, must complete both Part A and Part B of the Bar Exam.
Part A encompasses a six-month course offered by NUS, and candidates will have to participate in a six months of supervised legal practice
Part B is offered at Singapore Institute of Legal Education, where candidates are required to take 7 courses over a 5 month period
A supervised practice legal training period of six months is required qualify as an advocate or a solicitor
To qualify as a lawyer, candidates must pass the Bar and complete their training

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