Hello,
If you thought studying for the LSAT's, and than ging through 3 years of Law School is hard enough, that all means nothing without passing the Bar.
Passing the Bar exam, is the ticket to getting the license to practice law.
The Bar in the United States is given differently in every state, and is association with the Judicial branch of government, because American attorneys are all officers of the court to which they belong.
The Bar exam in most US states is usually 2 days long (3 days in some states) and consists of essay questions and multiple choice.
Most law schools teach law students how to analyze hypothetical fact patterns like a lawyer, but do not specifically prepare students for any Bar exam.
Most companies like Kaplan and Princeton Review provide prep courses for the Bar Exam.
Good Luck...
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Being ready for test day....What to do and NOT to do...
Hello,
Being prepared on test day is important...
Most people naturally do better on practice tests than on the real test itself, this is due to stress and pressure among other things, being unprepared is another.
A few simple tips can put your mind at ease so that your can achieve your goal score:
1. Pack your Ziploc bag, sharpen your pencils, pick out your clothes, and decide what your breakfast will be the night before the test. The more you do the night before, the less you have to worry about the morning of the test.
2. Go to your test center at some point before the test. The last thing you want is to get lost and show up to the test late. If possible, also try and check out the actual room the test will be in. Some rooms provide small chairs with even smaller desks. If you are mentally prepared for this before the test, you will be better off than if you show up, see small desks, and are frustrated and angry during the entire test.
3. Try and simulate test day by taking a few practice tests in the morning at the same time your actual LSAT will be. If you take all of your practice tests at night and are not a morning person, taking the LSAT early on a Saturday morning may be a shock to your system.
4. In addition to taking some practice tests in the morning, adjust your body to waking up as early as you’ll have to on test day. The last few days before the test, wake up when you’ll have to wake up on test day so that your body is adjusted and your brain is ready to work.
For more information and additional tips visit the web site that has everything you need to know. Top Law Schools
Good Luck....
Being prepared on test day is important...
Most people naturally do better on practice tests than on the real test itself, this is due to stress and pressure among other things, being unprepared is another.
A few simple tips can put your mind at ease so that your can achieve your goal score:
1. Pack your Ziploc bag, sharpen your pencils, pick out your clothes, and decide what your breakfast will be the night before the test. The more you do the night before, the less you have to worry about the morning of the test.
2. Go to your test center at some point before the test. The last thing you want is to get lost and show up to the test late. If possible, also try and check out the actual room the test will be in. Some rooms provide small chairs with even smaller desks. If you are mentally prepared for this before the test, you will be better off than if you show up, see small desks, and are frustrated and angry during the entire test.
3. Try and simulate test day by taking a few practice tests in the morning at the same time your actual LSAT will be. If you take all of your practice tests at night and are not a morning person, taking the LSAT early on a Saturday morning may be a shock to your system.
4. In addition to taking some practice tests in the morning, adjust your body to waking up as early as you’ll have to on test day. The last few days before the test, wake up when you’ll have to wake up on test day so that your body is adjusted and your brain is ready to work.
For more information and additional tips visit the web site that has everything you need to know. Top Law Schools
Good Luck....
Attacking logic games
Hello,
For me the most challenging section of the LSAT is the Logic games section. But there are ways to master it, here are some steps to doing so:
1. The first step is to identify the different game types. Virtually all of the games can be put into one of seven main categories, which are identified in the LSAT Courses. The main challenge is to correctly identify the game type category for each question.
2. Once you can identify the game type, you can quickly set up a diagram and plug in the information. You need to carefully deduce the results and follow through in the game.
3. Once you have drawn the diagram, you need to take your results and use them to answer the multiple choice questions.
But there only one way to do this PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE!!!!
Good Luck...
For me the most challenging section of the LSAT is the Logic games section. But there are ways to master it, here are some steps to doing so:
1. The first step is to identify the different game types. Virtually all of the games can be put into one of seven main categories, which are identified in the LSAT Courses. The main challenge is to correctly identify the game type category for each question.
2. Once you can identify the game type, you can quickly set up a diagram and plug in the information. You need to carefully deduce the results and follow through in the game.
3. Once you have drawn the diagram, you need to take your results and use them to answer the multiple choice questions.
But there only one way to do this PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE!!!!
Good Luck...
Hello,
Apparently I'm not the only one blogging about Law School on Blogspot, there are other bloggers who are interested in the process of the application to Law School.
While doing research on the web, I found some interesting blogs that people post, some are attorneys themselves, some are law professors, and others are students just like me.
Steve Schwartz, has a interesting blog that caught my attention, he sets up a whole schedule and plan to study for the LSAT.
Check out his blog here
Setting up a plan and sticking to it is a good way to stay on track, and reach your goal score.
Until next time....
Apparently I'm not the only one blogging about Law School on Blogspot, there are other bloggers who are interested in the process of the application to Law School.
While doing research on the web, I found some interesting blogs that people post, some are attorneys themselves, some are law professors, and others are students just like me.
Steve Schwartz, has a interesting blog that caught my attention, he sets up a whole schedule and plan to study for the LSAT.
Check out his blog here
Setting up a plan and sticking to it is a good way to stay on track, and reach your goal score.
Until next time....
Sunday, April 11, 2010
LAW REVIEW... WHAT IS IT AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
HELLO,
They say that writing for law review is alot like eating vegetables, you may not really enjoy it, but it's good for you :)
Law reviews are academic journals that publish articles by law professors, judges, lawyers and even law students. The unique thing about law reviews is that students run every aspect of them. Typically, they spend their first year on the journal editing hundreds of footnotes on articles to make sure they are perfectly accurate and impeccably formatted.
Law review is a great resume builder. Potential employers recognize that review members have honed their editing skills, learned how to support a legal argument and conducted copious amounts of legal research. Working on the review also shows your commitment to an intellectually demanding activity.
To write for the law review you must undergo a very competitive process. You can become a member through a writing competition, your first-year grades or some combination of the two.
At the end of the first year or sometime during the following summer, you'll receive a packet of information involving an actual court case—probably a case pending before the United States Supreme Court. You might also receive an editing test.
If your grades are among the very highest in your class, you'll probably make law review automatically.
The Law Review is very recommended, so if your grades are high you are almost guaranteed a spot, now all you have to do is keep up the good work :)
Good luck...
They say that writing for law review is alot like eating vegetables, you may not really enjoy it, but it's good for you :)
Law reviews are academic journals that publish articles by law professors, judges, lawyers and even law students. The unique thing about law reviews is that students run every aspect of them. Typically, they spend their first year on the journal editing hundreds of footnotes on articles to make sure they are perfectly accurate and impeccably formatted.
Law review is a great resume builder. Potential employers recognize that review members have honed their editing skills, learned how to support a legal argument and conducted copious amounts of legal research. Working on the review also shows your commitment to an intellectually demanding activity.
To write for the law review you must undergo a very competitive process. You can become a member through a writing competition, your first-year grades or some combination of the two.
At the end of the first year or sometime during the following summer, you'll receive a packet of information involving an actual court case—probably a case pending before the United States Supreme Court. You might also receive an editing test.
If your grades are among the very highest in your class, you'll probably make law review automatically.
The Law Review is very recommended, so if your grades are high you are almost guaranteed a spot, now all you have to do is keep up the good work :)
Good luck...
LEGAL CLINICS.. GETTING YOUR HANDS DIRTY
Hello,
Many law schools offer legal clinics, it is an opportunity for students to get in there and actually "practice" law.
You get to represent clients by counseling them, investigating their cases, writing memos and appearing on their behalf in court. The nature of the work depends on the type of clinic. Clinics may focus on any number of areas from family law to criminal defense.
Clinics are generally open only to 3Ls (and sometimes 2Ls), and you’ll need to apply through your school. Competition for open spots is often intense. To get in, you’ll usually need to interview with a clinic administrator, who will ask about your grades, experience and goals. You should prepare as if you were attending a job interview.
You will get credit for the clinical program, and there is often a classroom component. But you’ll spend most of your time in the clinic office preparing for cases and helping clients alongside practicing attorneys (and a professor or two).
If you’re just looking to build your resume, a clinic is not for you. The time commitment is too intense and you would do better to focus on excelling in regular classes. If you’re hoping to build your skills as a future lawyer and make a difference in the lives of clients, however, then a clinic is a smart choice.
Good luck,
Many law schools offer legal clinics, it is an opportunity for students to get in there and actually "practice" law.
You get to represent clients by counseling them, investigating their cases, writing memos and appearing on their behalf in court. The nature of the work depends on the type of clinic. Clinics may focus on any number of areas from family law to criminal defense.
Clinics are generally open only to 3Ls (and sometimes 2Ls), and you’ll need to apply through your school. Competition for open spots is often intense. To get in, you’ll usually need to interview with a clinic administrator, who will ask about your grades, experience and goals. You should prepare as if you were attending a job interview.
You will get credit for the clinical program, and there is often a classroom component. But you’ll spend most of your time in the clinic office preparing for cases and helping clients alongside practicing attorneys (and a professor or two).
If you’re just looking to build your resume, a clinic is not for you. The time commitment is too intense and you would do better to focus on excelling in regular classes. If you’re hoping to build your skills as a future lawyer and make a difference in the lives of clients, however, then a clinic is a smart choice.
Good luck,
WHAT KIND OF LAW SHOULD YOU PRACTICE...?
HELLO,
Many people make the decision to go into law school, and pursue a career in law. Some, like me, are not too sure of excatly what kind of law they would like to practice. Here are some of the most popular specializations available:
Intellectual Property Law
Intellectual property (IP) law is a general category of law that deals with the acquisition and enforcement of patents, trademarks, and copyrights, and one that has seen tremendous growth in the past decade.
Patent Law
Patents grant an inventor a limited period of exclusive rights to a human-made invention or an improvement on an existing invention, providing the United States Patent and Trademark Office deems it worthy of both technical and legal merit. In order to become a patent attorney, you must be admitted to practice before the courts of at least one state in the U.S., and must pass the patent bar exam which allows you to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Constitutional Law
Often considered one of the most broad and involved branches of law, Constitutional law requires nothing short of a crystal-clear understanding of the U.S. Constitution in order to understand its every possible interpretation and implementation. Constitutional law draws heavily from rulings made in the Supreme Court.
First Amendment Law
Perhaps the most far-reaching amendment of the Bill of Rights, First Amendment law focuses on protecting citizens' rights to freedom of speech, religion, press, and assembly against law enacted by Congress.
Criminal Law
Criminal law is probably the most visible of all of the areas of law, in terms of application to daily life and public portrayal. Criminal law revolves around governmental prosecution of anyone who is purported to have committed a criminal act, as defined by public law. In order for the state to win a criminal case, they must prove "beyond all reasonable doubt" that a crime has been committed.
Admiralty Law
Also referred to as Maritime Law, this body of law pertains to the regulation of navigation and shipping, both substantively and procedurally.
Business Law
Much as it sounds, business law deals with any aspect of the law having to do with industry and commerce--from taxes and liability to licensing and trademarking. This is an extremely wide section of the law which forks off into numerous areas of expertise, many of which themselves differ based upon the size of the business and the stage of its development.
Environmental Law
Environmental law mostly stems from a group of federal enactments passed in 1970 that forced agencies and businesses to take into account the effect of their practices on the environment, as well as setting into effect laws and standards that would protect the environment from public and private actions.
Health Care Law
Since it is primarily the state's duty to maintain public health, most heath laws and regulations are state-based, that, in turn, often pass responsibility on to governmental agencies that have been created by legislative acts.
I mentioned some of the specializations available, but there are alot more out there.
It is known that most law school students dont know which specialization they would like to practice until thier second or third of law school. So if you havent decided what you want to do yet, no worries, that is normal.
For more information on these specializations and other ones, visit the Princeton Review Website.
Until next time...
Many people make the decision to go into law school, and pursue a career in law. Some, like me, are not too sure of excatly what kind of law they would like to practice. Here are some of the most popular specializations available:
Intellectual Property Law
Intellectual property (IP) law is a general category of law that deals with the acquisition and enforcement of patents, trademarks, and copyrights, and one that has seen tremendous growth in the past decade.
Patent Law
Patents grant an inventor a limited period of exclusive rights to a human-made invention or an improvement on an existing invention, providing the United States Patent and Trademark Office deems it worthy of both technical and legal merit. In order to become a patent attorney, you must be admitted to practice before the courts of at least one state in the U.S., and must pass the patent bar exam which allows you to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Constitutional Law
Often considered one of the most broad and involved branches of law, Constitutional law requires nothing short of a crystal-clear understanding of the U.S. Constitution in order to understand its every possible interpretation and implementation. Constitutional law draws heavily from rulings made in the Supreme Court.
First Amendment Law
Perhaps the most far-reaching amendment of the Bill of Rights, First Amendment law focuses on protecting citizens' rights to freedom of speech, religion, press, and assembly against law enacted by Congress.
Criminal Law
Criminal law is probably the most visible of all of the areas of law, in terms of application to daily life and public portrayal. Criminal law revolves around governmental prosecution of anyone who is purported to have committed a criminal act, as defined by public law. In order for the state to win a criminal case, they must prove "beyond all reasonable doubt" that a crime has been committed.
Admiralty Law
Also referred to as Maritime Law, this body of law pertains to the regulation of navigation and shipping, both substantively and procedurally.
Business Law
Much as it sounds, business law deals with any aspect of the law having to do with industry and commerce--from taxes and liability to licensing and trademarking. This is an extremely wide section of the law which forks off into numerous areas of expertise, many of which themselves differ based upon the size of the business and the stage of its development.
Environmental Law
Environmental law mostly stems from a group of federal enactments passed in 1970 that forced agencies and businesses to take into account the effect of their practices on the environment, as well as setting into effect laws and standards that would protect the environment from public and private actions.
Health Care Law
Since it is primarily the state's duty to maintain public health, most heath laws and regulations are state-based, that, in turn, often pass responsibility on to governmental agencies that have been created by legislative acts.
I mentioned some of the specializations available, but there are alot more out there.
It is known that most law school students dont know which specialization they would like to practice until thier second or third of law school. So if you havent decided what you want to do yet, no worries, that is normal.
For more information on these specializations and other ones, visit the Princeton Review Website.
Until next time...
THE SUMMER AFTER THE FIRST YEAR...JUST AS IMPORTANT AS THE SEMESTER ITSELF
Hello,
The first year of Law School is one of the most important ones, however, the summer after also offers an opportunity to boost up a resume and possibly even to make connections to lock in a job after graduation. Potential employers will want to know how you spend your summer and many law firms end up hiring summer associates.
Here are some ideas provided by The Princeton Review on how to spend your summer after 1L.
Summer School:
Many law schools offer summer classes. If you can, it's a good idea to take one or two of them in the summer when you don't have four or five other classes to worry about.
Study Abroad
If you thought studying abroad was something that only carefree undergraduates get to do, think again! The summer between the first and second years of law school is a tremendous opportunity to study law in a foreign country. Your school may even offer financial aid to go abroad!
Summer Associate at a Big Firm
If you go to an elite law school (on par with, say, Northwestern or Cornell), and your grades are good, you might have the opportunity to snag a summer job at a gigantic, swanky, oak-walled law firm. You'll make several thousand dollars over the course of the summer. Lawyers at these firms will take you to lunch at chic restaurants, lavish you with perks and generally treat you like royalty. However, if you don't attend a top-20 law school, this experience won't be in the cards for you until second year (and only then if your first-year grades are stellar). Even at top schools, competition for these positions is fierce among 1Ls.
Clerking at a Smaller Law Firm
Another option is to get a job clerking at a smaller law firm. The hours are flexible and the pay is pretty good. Some of the work will be tedious but you'll get a lot of solid, hands-on experience in the actual practice of law.
Working for the Public Interest
The summer after your first year is a great time to work for a nonprofit organization like the ACLU or the Institute for Justice, or for the local, state or federal government. The work will be satisfying, and it will help you decide if you want to pursue this path after graduation
So whatever it is you choose to do over the summer, make sure it's something productive and hopefully something that will get your foot in the door.
Good luck...
The first year of Law School is one of the most important ones, however, the summer after also offers an opportunity to boost up a resume and possibly even to make connections to lock in a job after graduation. Potential employers will want to know how you spend your summer and many law firms end up hiring summer associates.
Here are some ideas provided by The Princeton Review on how to spend your summer after 1L.
Summer School:
Many law schools offer summer classes. If you can, it's a good idea to take one or two of them in the summer when you don't have four or five other classes to worry about.
Study Abroad
If you thought studying abroad was something that only carefree undergraduates get to do, think again! The summer between the first and second years of law school is a tremendous opportunity to study law in a foreign country. Your school may even offer financial aid to go abroad!
Summer Associate at a Big Firm
If you go to an elite law school (on par with, say, Northwestern or Cornell), and your grades are good, you might have the opportunity to snag a summer job at a gigantic, swanky, oak-walled law firm. You'll make several thousand dollars over the course of the summer. Lawyers at these firms will take you to lunch at chic restaurants, lavish you with perks and generally treat you like royalty. However, if you don't attend a top-20 law school, this experience won't be in the cards for you until second year (and only then if your first-year grades are stellar). Even at top schools, competition for these positions is fierce among 1Ls.
Clerking at a Smaller Law Firm
Another option is to get a job clerking at a smaller law firm. The hours are flexible and the pay is pretty good. Some of the work will be tedious but you'll get a lot of solid, hands-on experience in the actual practice of law.
Working for the Public Interest
The summer after your first year is a great time to work for a nonprofit organization like the ACLU or the Institute for Justice, or for the local, state or federal government. The work will be satisfying, and it will help you decide if you want to pursue this path after graduation
So whatever it is you choose to do over the summer, make sure it's something productive and hopefully something that will get your foot in the door.
Good luck...
YOUR FIRST YEAR AS A 1L
Hello,
Everyone sais that the first year as a 1L will either make or break your law school career, so this is definitly considered a stressful and hectic year. But no matter what school you attend the first year curriculum is about the same everywhere, and here are some of the courses you will be taking:
Torts:
Torts is also commonly known as Personal Injury. The study of torts is the study of civil-court cases with the goal of understanding the changeable legal rationale behind decisions pertaining to the extent of, and limits on, the civil liability of one party for harm done to another.
You'll learn about the primary torts you can sue people for under American law. Here's a free acronym for you: FITTED CAB. It stands for False Imprisonment, Trespass (to land), Trespass (to chattel), (intentional infliction of) Emotional Distress, Conversion, Assault, and Battery. You'll also learn more than any human being should ever know about negligence.
Contracts
pretty self explanatory. Contractual relationships are far more varied and complicated than that, as two semesters of contracts will teach you. Again through the study of past court cases, you will follow the largely unwritten law governing the system of conditions and obligations a contract represents, as well as the legal remedies available when contracts are breached.
Civil Procedures
If contracts and torts teach you what lawyers do in civil court, then civil procedure teaches you how they do it. "Civ Pro" is the study of the often dizzyingly complex rules that govern not only who can sue whom, but also how, when, and where they can do it.
Property
Like so much U.S. law, the laws governing the purchase, possession, and sale of property in the U.S. often date back to the English common law. You may never own a piece of land, but your life will inevitably and constantly be affected by property laws. Anyone interested in achieving an understanding of broader policy issues will appreciate the significance of this material.
Criminal Law
Even if you become a criminal prosecutor or defender, you will probably never prosecute or defend someone charged with the crimes you will be exposed to in this course. Nowhere will the Socratic dialogue be taken to such extremes as in your crim. class, and criminal law professors are notorious for their ridiculously convoluted exam questions.
Constitutional Law
As close to a history class as you will take in your first year, con. law will emphasize issues of government structure (e.g., federalism and separation of powers) and individual rights (e.g., personal liberties, freedom of expression, property protection). Nearly every law school now offers advanced con. law courses that focus on special areas like civil rights or affirmative action.
These are some of the classes you will be taking in your first year of law school, they are very basic but also require alot of work. Remember, the first year is the mosr important one and can make you or break you, so be prepared to work!
Later....
Everyone sais that the first year as a 1L will either make or break your law school career, so this is definitly considered a stressful and hectic year. But no matter what school you attend the first year curriculum is about the same everywhere, and here are some of the courses you will be taking:
Torts:
Torts is also commonly known as Personal Injury. The study of torts is the study of civil-court cases with the goal of understanding the changeable legal rationale behind decisions pertaining to the extent of, and limits on, the civil liability of one party for harm done to another.
You'll learn about the primary torts you can sue people for under American law. Here's a free acronym for you: FITTED CAB. It stands for False Imprisonment, Trespass (to land), Trespass (to chattel), (intentional infliction of) Emotional Distress, Conversion, Assault, and Battery. You'll also learn more than any human being should ever know about negligence.
Contracts
pretty self explanatory. Contractual relationships are far more varied and complicated than that, as two semesters of contracts will teach you. Again through the study of past court cases, you will follow the largely unwritten law governing the system of conditions and obligations a contract represents, as well as the legal remedies available when contracts are breached.
Civil Procedures
If contracts and torts teach you what lawyers do in civil court, then civil procedure teaches you how they do it. "Civ Pro" is the study of the often dizzyingly complex rules that govern not only who can sue whom, but also how, when, and where they can do it.
Property
Like so much U.S. law, the laws governing the purchase, possession, and sale of property in the U.S. often date back to the English common law. You may never own a piece of land, but your life will inevitably and constantly be affected by property laws. Anyone interested in achieving an understanding of broader policy issues will appreciate the significance of this material.
Criminal Law
Even if you become a criminal prosecutor or defender, you will probably never prosecute or defend someone charged with the crimes you will be exposed to in this course. Nowhere will the Socratic dialogue be taken to such extremes as in your crim. class, and criminal law professors are notorious for their ridiculously convoluted exam questions.
Constitutional Law
As close to a history class as you will take in your first year, con. law will emphasize issues of government structure (e.g., federalism and separation of powers) and individual rights (e.g., personal liberties, freedom of expression, property protection). Nearly every law school now offers advanced con. law courses that focus on special areas like civil rights or affirmative action.
These are some of the classes you will be taking in your first year of law school, they are very basic but also require alot of work. Remember, the first year is the mosr important one and can make you or break you, so be prepared to work!
Later....
SOME LSAT MYTHS... OR ARE THEY?
Hello,
As I prepare for the LSAT, and as a result constantly think about it, I feel as if I should be considered an expert on the topic. However, there may be some general myths that need clarification for those who are preparing for the test.
Here are some of them:
MYTH: If you have a solid undergraduate background, your LSAT score isn't as important for getting into law school.
FACT: The LSAT is the most important element of your law school application, even if you have a great academic background and GPA. Make sure you put your best foot forward on test day.
MYTH: The LSAT tests your basic skills and innate abilities, therefore your score cannot be significantly improved through studying.
FACT: Nothing could be further from the truth. You can benefit tremendously from exposure to actual LSATs, and from expert insight into LSAT writers' habits and commonly used tricks. If you can afford to take a prep class, those are extremely beneficial.
MYTH: You should leave questions blank on the LSAT because random guessing will hurt your score.
FACT: Nope. There’s no penalty for wrong answers. Don't ever leave a question blank. Ever. If you have 40 seconds left on a section and six questions to go, answer "B" (or pick your favorite letter between A and E) for all the remaining questions. You've got a one in five chance of getting each of them right and getting an answer wrong does not hurt your score.
So these are just some of the myths that some people may be confused about, so I hope I was able to clarify some of these for you.
For more myths and facts visit The Princeton Review web site.
Until next time...
As I prepare for the LSAT, and as a result constantly think about it, I feel as if I should be considered an expert on the topic. However, there may be some general myths that need clarification for those who are preparing for the test.
Here are some of them:
MYTH: If you have a solid undergraduate background, your LSAT score isn't as important for getting into law school.
FACT: The LSAT is the most important element of your law school application, even if you have a great academic background and GPA. Make sure you put your best foot forward on test day.
MYTH: The LSAT tests your basic skills and innate abilities, therefore your score cannot be significantly improved through studying.
FACT: Nothing could be further from the truth. You can benefit tremendously from exposure to actual LSATs, and from expert insight into LSAT writers' habits and commonly used tricks. If you can afford to take a prep class, those are extremely beneficial.
MYTH: You should leave questions blank on the LSAT because random guessing will hurt your score.
FACT: Nope. There’s no penalty for wrong answers. Don't ever leave a question blank. Ever. If you have 40 seconds left on a section and six questions to go, answer "B" (or pick your favorite letter between A and E) for all the remaining questions. You've got a one in five chance of getting each of them right and getting an answer wrong does not hurt your score.
So these are just some of the myths that some people may be confused about, so I hope I was able to clarify some of these for you.
For more myths and facts visit The Princeton Review web site.
Until next time...
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
What is the Socratic Method, and why it is important for Law School?
Hello,
Law professors will often use the Socratic Method to teach cases, it can be hard, but it really helps knowing the case.
The way professors may use the Socratic method varies, they may choose one student for each class, or they may decide to go down a list alphabetically. Once the professor calls on a student he may ask them a few questions about the case, if the student is unprepared, the professor may question him several times until he gets he right answer, or being not impressed with the student’s performance, may tell him to sit down.
Some professors may ask specific question such as “what is the issue of the case?” or “what is the holding?” The easiest way to prepare for this is to have a brief available for each case, some professors may ask very specific questions about the case, some will ask more general questions like to describe what happened in the case, either way it’s best to be prepared.
An important tip is to learn what each professor’s style is, and what they are looking for, this will help when preparing for a certain class.
It’s also smart to take notes throughout the class, because usually the only test given at the end of the semester will have material from lectures and case briefs.
Until next time...
Law professors will often use the Socratic Method to teach cases, it can be hard, but it really helps knowing the case.
The way professors may use the Socratic method varies, they may choose one student for each class, or they may decide to go down a list alphabetically. Once the professor calls on a student he may ask them a few questions about the case, if the student is unprepared, the professor may question him several times until he gets he right answer, or being not impressed with the student’s performance, may tell him to sit down.
Some professors may ask specific question such as “what is the issue of the case?” or “what is the holding?” The easiest way to prepare for this is to have a brief available for each case, some professors may ask very specific questions about the case, some will ask more general questions like to describe what happened in the case, either way it’s best to be prepared.
An important tip is to learn what each professor’s style is, and what they are looking for, this will help when preparing for a certain class.
It’s also smart to take notes throughout the class, because usually the only test given at the end of the semester will have material from lectures and case briefs.
Until next time...
10 Things To Do Before Going To Law School, According to FAU Professor and Attorney Gary Gaffney
Hello,
As an officer in FAU's Pre-Law Society, we like to have speakers at our meetings. We got Professor Gary Gaffney to talk to us and give us some pointers, he made us a list of the 10 most important things to do before going to Law School, I will decribe them briefly.
1. Perform- maintain a high GPA, do well on the LSAT, cultivate good study habits.
2. Dont wish for things you dont want- be 110% sure that this is what you want to do.
3. Join LSAC- study and prep, take the LSAT at the best time for you, put together an application package , pick the right schools to apply too.
4. it's all about LOGIC- take as many courses as you can about logic, if you understand it, you are on your way.
5. Write, and write more- persuasive writing is key to doing well in law school.
6. Learn the law- Take as many law related course as you can.
7. Read- read everything and anything you can, books, magazines, and keep up with current affairs.
8. Martial all assets- three years of law school can be a very taxing experience, so enlist support from all available resources.
9. Mind and Body- Get as healthy as you can before school starts, and before classes begin, because you wont have time for it afterwards.
10. Prepare for the first year- visit the campus, investigate your professors, get study aids, and practice "socratic" method with one who knows.
Hopefully these help out, I know it did for me...
Until next time..
As an officer in FAU's Pre-Law Society, we like to have speakers at our meetings. We got Professor Gary Gaffney to talk to us and give us some pointers, he made us a list of the 10 most important things to do before going to Law School, I will decribe them briefly.
1. Perform- maintain a high GPA, do well on the LSAT, cultivate good study habits.
2. Dont wish for things you dont want- be 110% sure that this is what you want to do.
3. Join LSAC- study and prep, take the LSAT at the best time for you, put together an application package , pick the right schools to apply too.
4. it's all about LOGIC- take as many courses as you can about logic, if you understand it, you are on your way.
5. Write, and write more- persuasive writing is key to doing well in law school.
6. Learn the law- Take as many law related course as you can.
7. Read- read everything and anything you can, books, magazines, and keep up with current affairs.
8. Martial all assets- three years of law school can be a very taxing experience, so enlist support from all available resources.
9. Mind and Body- Get as healthy as you can before school starts, and before classes begin, because you wont have time for it afterwards.
10. Prepare for the first year- visit the campus, investigate your professors, get study aids, and practice "socratic" method with one who knows.
Hopefully these help out, I know it did for me...
Until next time..
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Do's and Dont's of Personal Statement Writing
Hello all,
Your personal statement is an important part of the application process.
With so many qualified applicants, it gets a little hard to stand out, but that is when you want to do. According to some Law School Admissions committees, those extracurricular activities may prove to be the defining character of your application.
Things you should you should consider including in your personal statement:
Leadership- if you are involved in something, a school club, even a community project, mention that in your personal statement to show that you have not skills, but also character.
Tell a story, don’t write a novel- if you have listen your activities on the application, don’t list them again in the personal statement. Once is enough, instead pick out some of the most important things to you and write specifically about those.
Hobbies and Diversity- Law Schools are looking to increase their diversity with each year. One way to emphasize that is to talk about your interests, as long as it’s something positive of course.
Honesty is the best policy- if you haven’t spent a whole summer feeding orphans in a third world country, don’t say you did. Chances are no one is going to check, but just in case, if comes out to be false, your whole career could be ruined. Just be honest and talk about the things you did accomplish, it’s just not worth it if you get caught.
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Your personal statement is an important part of the application process.
With so many qualified applicants, it gets a little hard to stand out, but that is when you want to do. According to some Law School Admissions committees, those extracurricular activities may prove to be the defining character of your application.
Things you should you should consider including in your personal statement:
Leadership- if you are involved in something, a school club, even a community project, mention that in your personal statement to show that you have not skills, but also character.
Tell a story, don’t write a novel- if you have listen your activities on the application, don’t list them again in the personal statement. Once is enough, instead pick out some of the most important things to you and write specifically about those.
Hobbies and Diversity- Law Schools are looking to increase their diversity with each year. One way to emphasize that is to talk about your interests, as long as it’s something positive of course.
Honesty is the best policy- if you haven’t spent a whole summer feeding orphans in a third world country, don’t say you did. Chances are no one is going to check, but just in case, if comes out to be false, your whole career could be ruined. Just be honest and talk about the things you did accomplish, it’s just not worth it if you get caught.
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Sunday, February 21, 2010
Law School Musical
Hey guys,
This is hilarious, YOU TUBE offers many videos about Law School, but this one takes the cake. Everything anyone ever warned you about is portrayed in this video. It might be funny but it probably is a good portrayal of what it’s really like…
Watch with caution, because it just might make you want to reconsider your future goals…
This is hilarious, YOU TUBE offers many videos about Law School, but this one takes the cake. Everything anyone ever warned you about is portrayed in this video. It might be funny but it probably is a good portrayal of what it’s really like…
Watch with caution, because it just might make you want to reconsider your future goals…
Part-Time Law School- To do it or not to do it...
Hello,
Not everyone that wants to attend law school is an undergrad who can afford to quit their day job or get a part time one if that at all. Some professionals who hold full-time jobs make the decision of attending law school, however, have to do so at night because of their job.
In this article ‘The Attractions of Part-Time Law School’, by Nikki Schwab, teachers, police officers, even nurses decide to make a drastic career change and become lawyers.
Part-time programs are now available at many law schools across the country, and although they take 4 years instead of 3 to complete, they attract a wide array of students. Some schools even allow students to switch to full-time enrolment in the midst of the program.
Part-time students generally are older than full-time students, who are working professionals with families, which makes it even harder to juggle everything, and keep a healthy balance.
One drawback that the article discusses is the fact that since students work during the day and attend classes at night, it makes it harder for them to have time to intern or work in a firm and gain experience, which may turn some employers away.
Schwab also describes the atmosphere at these night classes “one like no other” because of all the different backgrounds which can offer different perspectives.
So whether you are considering the Part-time program, or decide to take the more traditional road, there are both pro and cons to consider.
To read the article CLICK HERE.
Just some food for thought,
until next time...
Not everyone that wants to attend law school is an undergrad who can afford to quit their day job or get a part time one if that at all. Some professionals who hold full-time jobs make the decision of attending law school, however, have to do so at night because of their job.
In this article ‘The Attractions of Part-Time Law School’, by Nikki Schwab, teachers, police officers, even nurses decide to make a drastic career change and become lawyers.
Part-time programs are now available at many law schools across the country, and although they take 4 years instead of 3 to complete, they attract a wide array of students. Some schools even allow students to switch to full-time enrolment in the midst of the program.
Part-time students generally are older than full-time students, who are working professionals with families, which makes it even harder to juggle everything, and keep a healthy balance.
One drawback that the article discusses is the fact that since students work during the day and attend classes at night, it makes it harder for them to have time to intern or work in a firm and gain experience, which may turn some employers away.
Schwab also describes the atmosphere at these night classes “one like no other” because of all the different backgrounds which can offer different perspectives.
So whether you are considering the Part-time program, or decide to take the more traditional road, there are both pro and cons to consider.
To read the article CLICK HERE.
Just some food for thought,
until next time...
Law School Tips
Hello,
When it comes to getting into law school, everyone has a different approach on what to do, and which letter or essay will be the one that will win you a seat in that 1-L classroom. It’s always good to do research, and apply whatever works best to our personal situation. Rober Half Legal, a research firm for U.S. NEWS and World Report offers some tips for getting into law school, and how to get out.
First, they say that specialization is key, and participating in legal clinics provides experience and impresses future employers. Actually University of Miami, just opened an Immigration clinic which offers it’s students to work and gain experience for the future.
Second, your GPA and LSAT score do matter, even if your GPA was always high, school appreciate seeing maturity which makes up for the early undergrad years.
Third, your essay is a critical part of the application process and allows to show your emotional side.
Fourth, work experience is a vital part of getting into law school. Showing interest in the field make you look better,
Fifth, do some research about the school and see what they have to offer to you.
For more information, and to read the full article CLICK HERE.
Until next time...
When it comes to getting into law school, everyone has a different approach on what to do, and which letter or essay will be the one that will win you a seat in that 1-L classroom. It’s always good to do research, and apply whatever works best to our personal situation. Rober Half Legal, a research firm for U.S. NEWS and World Report offers some tips for getting into law school, and how to get out.
First, they say that specialization is key, and participating in legal clinics provides experience and impresses future employers. Actually University of Miami, just opened an Immigration clinic which offers it’s students to work and gain experience for the future.
Second, your GPA and LSAT score do matter, even if your GPA was always high, school appreciate seeing maturity which makes up for the early undergrad years.
Third, your essay is a critical part of the application process and allows to show your emotional side.
Fourth, work experience is a vital part of getting into law school. Showing interest in the field make you look better,
Fifth, do some research about the school and see what they have to offer to you.
For more information, and to read the full article CLICK HERE.
Until next time...
Why Law School Is For Everyone
Hello,
There are many articles out there telling you why law school may not be for everyone for one reason or another, however, for a change I read an interesting article called “Why Law School If for Everyone” by Frank Wu and it really caught my attention.
Wu talks about the fact that not too many people actually enjoy the process of law school, especially the first year of it, and the impression that people have on lawyers is usually false and negative.
Wu argues that law is such a broad topic that it entails all aspects of life, from environmental issues to regulations of the internet and responses to terrorism. He also argues that lawyers need to be familiar with every aspect of life because their work ranges from the most complex transactions to the simplest family law case. Overall, whether lawyers chose thier careers because they aspired to it their whole lives or maybe they just happened to do well on the LSAT, they are all leaders and their career path allows them to be so.
TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE CLICK HERE.
Until next time…
There are many articles out there telling you why law school may not be for everyone for one reason or another, however, for a change I read an interesting article called “Why Law School If for Everyone” by Frank Wu and it really caught my attention.
Wu talks about the fact that not too many people actually enjoy the process of law school, especially the first year of it, and the impression that people have on lawyers is usually false and negative.
Wu argues that law is such a broad topic that it entails all aspects of life, from environmental issues to regulations of the internet and responses to terrorism. He also argues that lawyers need to be familiar with every aspect of life because their work ranges from the most complex transactions to the simplest family law case. Overall, whether lawyers chose thier careers because they aspired to it their whole lives or maybe they just happened to do well on the LSAT, they are all leaders and their career path allows them to be so.
TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE CLICK HERE.
Until next time…
Monday, February 15, 2010
Veritas PREP offers tips for application process
Veritas PREP Admissions Consulting is a online service that offers admissions counseling and review to graduate schools. They offer a variety of services which include application evaluation, personal statement writing, resume evaluation, hourly admissions consulting and more.
They offer the following application tips:
1. Balance your Law School application- take the time to look for the most important traits schools are looking for, and then analyze your own strengths and weaknesses within that context.
2. Law School Admissions is not always a numbers game- many applicants are convinced that their GPA and LSAT score will decide their fate of getting accepted to law school. However, that is not always the case, there will be some school where the students will find themselves on the bubble, and the numbers maybe enough to get you in the door, but the rest is up to your application.
3. Prompt yourself on the personal statement- Don’t be the applicant that submits a vague narrative or a rehash of the resume. Find a great essay prompt and get focused, get specific, and write a compelling statement.
4. Don’t waste the most valuable piece of information of real state on your entire application- applicants can make the best use of the resume by ensuring that the information included under “Additional interests” meets at least one of five standards: Specific and unique, an impressive accomplishment, an indication of personal character that not shown in the resume, suggestive of intellectual curiosity and appropriately funny.
5. The best recommender is the credible person who knows you best- It is far better to have your anonymous history professor eloquently detail your passion for learning, your collegiality, and your desire for social justice than it is for a famous politician to deliver a canned letter about what a promising future you have.
6. Take a deep breath..then make a checklist- Being placed on the waitlist of a law school is a frustrating experience, They key to surviving a waitlist process is to create and follow a plan of action, just as you would for your initial application. Putting together a checklist can help you gain valuable insight and perspective into your situation and will allow you to maximize your chances of gaining admission off of the waitlist.
7. Always send a note- Part of maximizing encounters with law school representatives is following up with a hand-written thank you note. This is an application tip that almost didn’t warrant mentioning, since it seems like such common sense, but almost no one does it.
CLICK HERE To access Veritas PREP and to read more about the Application Tips.
They offer the following application tips:
1. Balance your Law School application- take the time to look for the most important traits schools are looking for, and then analyze your own strengths and weaknesses within that context.
2. Law School Admissions is not always a numbers game- many applicants are convinced that their GPA and LSAT score will decide their fate of getting accepted to law school. However, that is not always the case, there will be some school where the students will find themselves on the bubble, and the numbers maybe enough to get you in the door, but the rest is up to your application.
3. Prompt yourself on the personal statement- Don’t be the applicant that submits a vague narrative or a rehash of the resume. Find a great essay prompt and get focused, get specific, and write a compelling statement.
4. Don’t waste the most valuable piece of information of real state on your entire application- applicants can make the best use of the resume by ensuring that the information included under “Additional interests” meets at least one of five standards: Specific and unique, an impressive accomplishment, an indication of personal character that not shown in the resume, suggestive of intellectual curiosity and appropriately funny.
5. The best recommender is the credible person who knows you best- It is far better to have your anonymous history professor eloquently detail your passion for learning, your collegiality, and your desire for social justice than it is for a famous politician to deliver a canned letter about what a promising future you have.
6. Take a deep breath..then make a checklist- Being placed on the waitlist of a law school is a frustrating experience, They key to surviving a waitlist process is to create and follow a plan of action, just as you would for your initial application. Putting together a checklist can help you gain valuable insight and perspective into your situation and will allow you to maximize your chances of gaining admission off of the waitlist.
7. Always send a note- Part of maximizing encounters with law school representatives is following up with a hand-written thank you note. This is an application tip that almost didn’t warrant mentioning, since it seems like such common sense, but almost no one does it.
CLICK HERE To access Veritas PREP and to read more about the Application Tips.
GETTING FAMILIAR WITH THE LAW SCHOOL FORUM
Hello,
In my last blog post, I discussed a little about the Law School Forum, there is much more that needs to be said and so I decided to expand about the topic in this post.
For those of you living the Miami area, the next 2010 Law School Forum will take place on Saturday, September 11 at the Miami Hyatt Regency, 10:00a.m.- 4:00p.m.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE FORUM.
LSAC also has a brochure you may want to look over before attending a forum.
Click here To get the most out of an LSAC Law School Forum
Some tips LSAC.org offers for you before attending the forum are the following:
- Since the forum is in an open house style, which means you can come and go as you please, something that LSAC mentioned which I have also learned from personal experience, is that the afternoons are much less crowded which can give you an opportunity to speak with representatives on a more intimate level and get a more personable experience.
- Also, make a list of the schools you would be interested in visiting, and visit some that are not on your list.
- Do plenty of research on the school you are interested in, and make a list of the questions you want answers to and absolutely couldn’t find anywhere on the web.
- Most representatives will be giving away business cards, make sure to take one and place it in a safe place, most people never contact these people, so if you do, they will probably be happy to help you in the future.
- An important tip to consider before going to the Forum is to sign up ahead on LSAC.org, by doing so, you can save time at the forum, and receive reminders and updates.
A video from LSAC.org shows a glimpse of what the experience was like for some attendees.
Until next time...
In my last blog post, I discussed a little about the Law School Forum, there is much more that needs to be said and so I decided to expand about the topic in this post.
For those of you living the Miami area, the next 2010 Law School Forum will take place on Saturday, September 11 at the Miami Hyatt Regency, 10:00a.m.- 4:00p.m.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE FORUM.
LSAC also has a brochure you may want to look over before attending a forum.
Click here To get the most out of an LSAC Law School Forum
Some tips LSAC.org offers for you before attending the forum are the following:
- Since the forum is in an open house style, which means you can come and go as you please, something that LSAC mentioned which I have also learned from personal experience, is that the afternoons are much less crowded which can give you an opportunity to speak with representatives on a more intimate level and get a more personable experience.
- Also, make a list of the schools you would be interested in visiting, and visit some that are not on your list.
- Do plenty of research on the school you are interested in, and make a list of the questions you want answers to and absolutely couldn’t find anywhere on the web.
- Most representatives will be giving away business cards, make sure to take one and place it in a safe place, most people never contact these people, so if you do, they will probably be happy to help you in the future.
- An important tip to consider before going to the Forum is to sign up ahead on LSAC.org, by doing so, you can save time at the forum, and receive reminders and updates.
A video from LSAC.org shows a glimpse of what the experience was like for some attendees.
Until next time...
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Law School Forum is a must!
Once a year you will have an opportunity to meet law school representatives from around the country, all under one roof.
It called a Law School Forum and it happens at least once a year at designated locations.
It is a great opportunity to meet and speak with representatives and learn about the requirements to attend those schools.
I attended the Law School Forum last year in Miami and it was one of the best experiences i have had since I made the decision to apply to Law School.
Also, besides meeting representatives there also different workshops that being offered including ones about financial aid for law school, LSAT, and personal statements.
Like with anything else, you do have to have an LSAC account in order to register for a forum.
See keep your eyes open, and wait for the next one to visit your area.
It called a Law School Forum and it happens at least once a year at designated locations.
It is a great opportunity to meet and speak with representatives and learn about the requirements to attend those schools.
I attended the Law School Forum last year in Miami and it was one of the best experiences i have had since I made the decision to apply to Law School.
Also, besides meeting representatives there also different workshops that being offered including ones about financial aid for law school, LSAT, and personal statements.
Like with anything else, you do have to have an LSAC account in order to register for a forum.
See keep your eyes open, and wait for the next one to visit your area.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
LSAT study time...
The LSAT (The Law School Admissions Test), is a standardized test that may sometimes be the deciding factor of whether you make it into the law school of your choice. It is administered four times a year at designated testing centers around the world, and all ABA (American Bar Association) approved law schools require that you take the test as part of the admissions process.
The test is composed to assess the skills of potential law students in areas such as logic and reasoning skills. The test really has no questions that are directly related to law, it was created to give law schools a way to judge applicants uniformly.
Different people study differently, some study on their own and others decide to utilize the many study aids available out there, including prep courses, mock tests, books and online programs.
I personally chose to take a Kaplan course because I heard good things about it, and although it is a big investment, I believe that studying on my own would not be as efficient for me. My course starts on February 20th, and continues all the way up to when I take the test which is on June 7.
I will be updating and documenting my progress as I go, and hopefully obtain my desired score by June.
The test is composed to assess the skills of potential law students in areas such as logic and reasoning skills. The test really has no questions that are directly related to law, it was created to give law schools a way to judge applicants uniformly.
Different people study differently, some study on their own and others decide to utilize the many study aids available out there, including prep courses, mock tests, books and online programs.
I personally chose to take a Kaplan course because I heard good things about it, and although it is a big investment, I believe that studying on my own would not be as efficient for me. My course starts on February 20th, and continues all the way up to when I take the test which is on June 7.
I will be updating and documenting my progress as I go, and hopefully obtain my desired score by June.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Which Law School is right for me?
Finding the right law school for you can be a difficult and time-consuming task, but one that needs to be done carefully.
Thanks to the vast information on the web, all this becomes much easier and easily accessible.
As I was researching and looking at different school on the internet, I stumbled upon a website which ranks all the top law schools in the country. It also ranks third and fourth tier law schools. This website is very informative because it provides a chart which has the rankings of the schools, Education Quality rankings, Average GPA Percentile, LSAT score percentile and the student to faculty ratio. Also, if you see a school which you might be interested in, you can simply click on the name and it will take you to a page which has all the necessary information about that school including introduction about the school, admissions information, Recommendations, Personal statements and even application fees. The page also provides some outside information like Employment in the city where the school is located, internship opportunities in the area, and contact information for the school.
CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE WEBSITE
or log on to: www.top-law-schools.com
Thanks to the vast information on the web, all this becomes much easier and easily accessible.
As I was researching and looking at different school on the internet, I stumbled upon a website which ranks all the top law schools in the country. It also ranks third and fourth tier law schools. This website is very informative because it provides a chart which has the rankings of the schools, Education Quality rankings, Average GPA Percentile, LSAT score percentile and the student to faculty ratio. Also, if you see a school which you might be interested in, you can simply click on the name and it will take you to a page which has all the necessary information about that school including introduction about the school, admissions information, Recommendations, Personal statements and even application fees. The page also provides some outside information like Employment in the city where the school is located, internship opportunities in the area, and contact information for the school.
CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE WEBSITE
or log on to: www.top-law-schools.com
Monday, February 1, 2010
The importance of LSAC.org
The first thing a potential Law School student should do is set up an account at Lsac.org. I found this website to be more useful and full of information than anything else on the web.
LSAC (Law School Admission Council) is a nonprofit corporation which provides admission related services to around 200 ABA accredited Law Schools in the United States, Canada and Australia.
This website has everything you need to know about the application process, although they do charge a registration fee of about $120.00, it is well worth it. In fact, most law schools will not even accept any required documents like letters of recommendation and LSAT scores, unless it is through the service.
Some of the helpful services LSAC offers are information about different law schools in the country and the degrees they offer, LSAT preparation materials as well as registration for the test, information about financial aid, law school forums, and much more.
Basically, LSAC is “Law School Central” and every potential Law School student should create an account, and even if you’re not ready to pay the membership fee, you should at least visit the site and get familiar with it.
To visit LSAC.org CLICK HERE
LSAC (Law School Admission Council) is a nonprofit corporation which provides admission related services to around 200 ABA accredited Law Schools in the United States, Canada and Australia.
This website has everything you need to know about the application process, although they do charge a registration fee of about $120.00, it is well worth it. In fact, most law schools will not even accept any required documents like letters of recommendation and LSAT scores, unless it is through the service.
Some of the helpful services LSAC offers are information about different law schools in the country and the degrees they offer, LSAT preparation materials as well as registration for the test, information about financial aid, law school forums, and much more.
Basically, LSAC is “Law School Central” and every potential Law School student should create an account, and even if you’re not ready to pay the membership fee, you should at least visit the site and get familiar with it.
To visit LSAC.org CLICK HERE
Sunday, January 31, 2010
When we think of a degree in law, the future sounds pretty promising. The value of a higher education, financial stability, and endless professional opportunities all come to mind. However, before starting the process and making those initial decisions towards law school, it is important to take a step back and examine the situation from all angles. Law School is a massive investment, one which might leave you with substantial debt, an issue which is causing some critics to take the necessary steps in warning potential law school applicants of what they are getting themselves into.
A video on YouTube.com called ‘A Law School Carol’ was produced by a graduate of a second-tier law school who has not been able to find a job. He views his decision to attend law school as a costly mistake and hopes his warnings will inform potential law students to research beyond the conventional wisdom.
Also, an article written in the National Law Journal mentioned the Youtube video and described that much debate is flaring over the value of a Juris Doctor, and whether it truly is a wise investment.
So, life doesn’t promise or guarantee anything, what we get is what we put in. Certain things do require more sacrifice than others, it is up to us to decide if the risk is worth taking.
After all, you wouldn’t walk into a courtroom and argue a case before you have done a complete examination of all the facts.
Until next time,
:)
Click here to view the full article
A video on YouTube.com called ‘A Law School Carol’ was produced by a graduate of a second-tier law school who has not been able to find a job. He views his decision to attend law school as a costly mistake and hopes his warnings will inform potential law students to research beyond the conventional wisdom.
Also, an article written in the National Law Journal mentioned the Youtube video and described that much debate is flaring over the value of a Juris Doctor, and whether it truly is a wise investment.
So, life doesn’t promise or guarantee anything, what we get is what we put in. Certain things do require more sacrifice than others, it is up to us to decide if the risk is worth taking.
After all, you wouldn’t walk into a courtroom and argue a case before you have done a complete examination of all the facts.
Until next time,
:)
Click here to view the full article
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Hello everyone!
They say that by graduation time, the average college student may change his/her major around six (6) times, luckily for me, it was only twice.
I always dreamed of being a news anchor, but up until a year ago I realized that becoming a lawyer is what I want to do. It is not a secret that lawyers lead a pretty stressful lifestyle, some more than others, but what you don’t hear often is about the process that may make or break the entrance to Law School.
The studies at law school are indeed something completely different than any other graduate studies, as you are being taught to think like you never have before. However, first you have to make sure you get into the law school of your choice, and that is a process in itself.
As I am in the midst of this process, I can comment and discuss from personal experience about what so many potential law students are going through. I hope that you will follow my bLAWg regularly, and that you will find useful and interesting information.
Although I am an inexperienced blogger, I hope to make this exciting and hopefully motive those of you who are not sure of which direction to take.
SO WELCOME TO MY BLAWG!
They say that by graduation time, the average college student may change his/her major around six (6) times, luckily for me, it was only twice.
I always dreamed of being a news anchor, but up until a year ago I realized that becoming a lawyer is what I want to do. It is not a secret that lawyers lead a pretty stressful lifestyle, some more than others, but what you don’t hear often is about the process that may make or break the entrance to Law School.
The studies at law school are indeed something completely different than any other graduate studies, as you are being taught to think like you never have before. However, first you have to make sure you get into the law school of your choice, and that is a process in itself.
As I am in the midst of this process, I can comment and discuss from personal experience about what so many potential law students are going through. I hope that you will follow my bLAWg regularly, and that you will find useful and interesting information.
Although I am an inexperienced blogger, I hope to make this exciting and hopefully motive those of you who are not sure of which direction to take.
SO WELCOME TO MY BLAWG!
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