ABSTRACT
Legal education uniquely prepares people to understand the structure of government and law. After three (or more) years of intensive study of the development of law and the structure of both law and enforcement of the law, law graduates are often well prepared to articulate the rights and responsibilities of citizens and government bodies with a force and eloquence that is compelling to non-lawyers. Further, powerful networks are created and maintained by lawyers, beginning in law school and maintained throughout their careers. Although lawyers’ knowledge, networks, and skills make them well positioned for leadership positions, are they enough to provide the skills to be a good leader? Can legal educators train people to be leaders?
