Over at About.com I recently published an article about earning an online law degree and becoming a practicing lawyer. It's harder than you might expect:

"Earning an online law degree poses several unique challenges. No online law school is accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA); however, forty-nine states require that law school graduates earn a degree accredited by the ABA in order to take the bar exam needed to practice law.

California is the one state that allows graduates from distance learning law schools to sit for their bar, assuming the examinees meet certain requirements. If you live in California, or if you're willing to relocate, you may be able to become a practicing lawyer with an online law degree. After you work as a lawyer for a few years, it may be possible to practice law in some other states."

To see the full article and step-by-step directions for finding an online law school and becoming a lawyer check out: How to Choose an Online Law School and Become a Practicing Lawyer.