West Virginia HB5465 allows individuals with a master's degree to qualify for the WV Bar exam.
West Virginia HB5465 amends the state's legal code to permit individuals holding a master's degree to sit for the West Virginia Bar exam. This bill removes the requirement for a law degree as a prerequisite for taking the exam, allowing those with master's degrees to pursue a legal career. The Supreme Court of Appeals will set the rules for the exam, including the necessary preparation and examination method.
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