Curious on what people think.
My opinion is no since the average age is somewhere like 24-25 (or so I read somewhere) - however for those going at 26 you presumably won't graduate until 29-30 - could those "big law" jobs potentially go to younger candidates with the same qualifications?
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LMAO whether it is or isn't don't matter because my 27 year old ass is showing up to law school anyway. They can fight me if they want me to leave.
I must admit I lol'd at this because I'm in my 40's... ha! silly - you are being silly - go ahead and do it!
I sure hope not; I'll be 49 when I go :)
I'm 28 years old and haven't even applied...you're totally fine
There was a lady taking the LSAT with me Saturday who was easily in her 50s. You is just a lil baby!
@ellesat525 said:
@tristandesinor505 said:
@marine4life6798246 said:
LMAO whether it is or isn't don't matter because my 27 year old ass is showing up to law school anyway. They can fight me if they want me to leave.
ROTFL! I'll be 32 when I apply I'll be damned if I let age stop me.
Oh my gosh I do NOT believe you!! Share your skin secrets!!
Melanin.
I'm turning 33....
I am 41 with two children Plus one on the weekends because my significant other has partial custody. My oldest is 15 and my youngest is one. The thought about what I am doing for the legacy of my family outweighs how old I am when I start. Its not about age its about what your doing with your age. For me I confident in saying, Im 41, I have two children and I still have enough fight in me to go after my goals. Before anyone opens their mouth to tell you that your too old, you would have already plead your case. Wear your age well, dont let your age wear you.
@marine4life6798246 said:
@ellesat525 said:
@tristandesinor505 said:
@marine4life6798246 said:
LMAO whether it is or isn't don't matter because my 27 year old ass is showing up to law school anyway. They can fight me if they want me to leave.
ROTFL! I'll be 32 when I apply I'll be damned if I let age stop me.
Oh my gosh I do NOT believe you!! Share your skin secrets!!
Melanin.
And @ellesat525 yes, @marine4life6798246 is right ... I don't really have a skincare routine .. black just don't crack.
@marine4life6798246 said:
LMAO whether it is or isn't don't matter because my 27 year old ass is showing up to law school anyway. They can fight me if they want me to leave.
ROTFL! I'll be 32 when I apply I'll be damned if I let age stop me.
I'll be 34 when I apply.
I literally saw a woman in her 70s taking the test on Saturday and thought she was an undercover proctor. I'll be 27 when I start and that seems old to me, but that feeling is obviously subjective and won't translate into lack of opportunity in the workforce after law school.
I have a very similar GPA and will be taking the LSAT in February. I am 35 years old. I have reached out to several universities and based on my academics, barring a disastrous LSAT, which I intend to score a 160, they have been very eager for me to apply. I do not mean to push Christianity on anyone but I believe you are exactly right on time for whatever God has planned for your life!! If you're doing something you love, age becomes irrelevant.
24/25 is the median for law schools, these days, at least at the ones I know of. I'm 26 myself, and I've found that taking a few years off was beneficial for a variety of reasons. And I would argue taking the time off brought no disadvantages.
I'm 27 and a half.
No
@danielznelson160 said:
if skip this cycle I will be 26 when I go. I didn't want to make a whole new post on this but I have been out of school/work for the last 2 years.
Does the LSAT matter so much that my lack of "softs" will be made up for by a good LSAT score? If I do end up skipping this cycle and taking the June exam I will be most likely doing something over the next year though.
LSAT > GPA > Softs, if you wait, take the year to nurture a soft as well! But LSAT and GPA are most important
I'll be 50+ when I apply and attend. I dare them to say 'no' to me. (Or to any age, for that matter.) Hahaheehee
Y'all, just want to say you're really cheering me up, seeing all these replies from people starting in their 30's and later. Being in my mid 30's in law school is really intimidating, but it's so nice to hear that at least I won't be alone! :-D
@danielznelson160 said:
@paulwpederson403 said:
I'll be 34 when I apply.
wow i would have never guessed from your picture!!!
Thank you! That was very kind of you.
I am a few months shy of 27. Its been stressing me out that I'm going to apply for 2019 and that so far I have done less in my life than I wanted to at this point... But I am trying to put that behind me. So here is to not letting age matter.
I'm 33 and a bit intimidated by the youth of most people going, but I really don't think it will affect anything except biglaw chances (which I have absolutely no interest in anyway). A graduate at 29/30 is going to be absolutely fine. I think probably mid-30s and up, biglaw firms might be more hesitant to hire because they demand insane hours. But pretty much any other employment option is not going to be a problem because of age.
It is soooo good to know your experience guys!
I'll be 33 when I apply, and it makes me feel relieved...
I was worried about it too
thanks you all
@danielznelson160 said:
24/25 is the median for law schools, these days, at least at the ones I know of. I'm 26 myself, and I've found that taking a few years off was beneficial for a variety of reasons. And I would argue taking the time off brought no disadvantages.
You also enjoy RC you sick...sick....oh god please help me the Judges made me cry! Make me better at RC!!
If you're interested in big law, being 30 or so won't hinder your chances. Could even be spun into a positive. Just understand that your first year peers may be a few years younger than you.