I am an older applicant. Is there any advice for choosing recommenders between old and new LOR’s? Depending on the school, I must choose at least 2 letters. I have 2 current LOR’s and 2 from 13 years ago, which is when I first thought about going to law school. The 2 old ones were from very articulate Commanders of mine, One of whom was a lawyer who graduated from one of the schools I would like to go to.
Are you able to get an updated letters from the old ones? Based on my direct conversations with admin folks (which I recommend), you should submit the letters that will speak to your academic/professional strengths and ability to handle rigor. Speaking directly to the admin team at your schools of interest will also give you insight into the types of candidates they are excited about and what strikes them the most when reviewing applications- particularly those with 10+ yrs of w.e.
Lastly, most schools require 2 but will accept 3 or 4 so you can submit 3 or 4.
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I am an older applicant. Is there any advice for choosing recommenders between old and new LOR’s? Depending on the school, I must choose at least 2 letters. I have 2 current LOR’s and 2 from 13 years ago, which is when I first thought about going to law school. The 2 old ones were from very articulate Commanders of mine, One of whom was a lawyer who graduated from one of the schools I would like to go to.
Are you able to get an updated letters from the old ones? Based on my direct conversations with admin folks (which I recommend), you should submit the letters that will speak to your academic/professional strengths and ability to handle rigor. Speaking directly to the admin team at your schools of interest will also give you insight into the types of candidates they are excited about and what strikes them the most when reviewing applications- particularly those with 10+ yrs of w.e.
Lastly, most schools require 2 but will accept 3 or 4 so you can submit 3 or 4.