1. A number of law schools have educational practice n which students gain legal experience through practice litigation and projects under the direction of practicing law and law school faculty. Law school teaching practice may include work in legal advice, for example on the staff of legislative committees.Law school graduates receive the doctorate in law as the first professional academic degree. Advanced law degrees may be desirable for those planning to specialize, be engaged in research, or teach. Some law students to seek joint degree programs, which usually require an additional semester or year of study. Joint degree programs are offered in a number of areas, including right and business administration or public administration.