<p>A business degree and especially a CPA are a great asset when wanting to work as a corporate lawyer. But it is really icing on the cake. </p>
<p>When we talk about corporate law, that is, involving large multinationals and the like, these are elite jobs at elite firms. These firms natually hire from almost exclusively the tops schools and then they hire the top grads. </p>
<p>Anyone aspiring to such a career should focus on getting the best possible grades to get into the best law schools. Thus, while a business degree and a CPA are good assets, the key is pick an undergrad subject where you will obtain your best grades.</p>