@"sbc.mom_3x" , I agree with so much of what you're saying. I also went through paralegal training and I knew full well the entire time I wanted and needed a JD. I'm so much looking forward to our reaching these goals in our careers. Keep on keeping on.
I would personally craft a special PS that was for Duke without being too redundant. Perhaps try to take a bit of a different approach by being more specific and career-centric on your Duke PS.
I do! Duke had to close because of the weather! I called them as well and got an e-mail back today apologizing for the delay but they were closed for few days!