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Susan Estrich: "Don't Go to Law School"http://www.stardem.com/opinion/columns/article_c66025c0-4243-55a0-a74d-e30a47881eee.html Thoughts? Even though I don't envision myself going i…
... "don’t go to law school unless you want to be a lawyer,”; ... t go into law for the money, which has been the ... will allow them to go to an accredited law school.) I really wish ... she’d discuss what happens to lawyers who ... -
More timeDoes it make sense to delay going to law school by a whole year only on the basis of wanting more time to raise your LSAT score? I only ask becaus…
... and/or are planning to apply to a Canadian law school, then the below makes ... of law schools here. In fact, some schools consider your GPA ... you similar opportunities as getting your JD from, say, U ... factor in your apps. It is in your best interest to do as ... -
Maybe just a rant, but can anyone relate and/or help me out here?Okay. I'd like to say that I've been lsat prepping for about a year / year and a half or so, however, during this time I've been working full time ho…
... , some had even gone through law school and had families during the ... with myself and anyone else who doubted me because I felt ... you'll need to be able to go through law school also and a ... career down the road and even to help your ... -
Reasoning for LSAC ban on PDFs?I was wondering about the reasoning why they did this. Do they really make more money by not licensing out PDF versions of the exam? Were websites …
Also, LSAT performance has no correlation to anything beyond 1L performance so ... of great lawyers who sucked in school and/or went to shit schools ... lawyers who did well in school and/or went to great schools. Law school is ... -
Is this Burnout? What do I do?Hey Guys, I know that this topic has been beaten to a pulp but I thought that I probably couldn't hurt to write it again (to at least help me feel…
... to relax. Take a few breaths. We know there are people who ... and end up in Law School. I work full time ... lot of breaks due to unforseen events or simply ... a test. Your real foe will be law school. Sometimes our ... if you choose to worry and your anxiety rises you ... -
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... everyone's process in applying to law school. I am doing this ... available to everyone who makes the effort, and if you're going to law school ... you find something better suited to your tastes.
That ... me. You didn't list your GPA or whether you are ... -
Why are LSAT scores given so much weight for admissions decisions?Dear JY, I love your website. The explanations for the logical games are carefully thought out and well presented. I wished I knew about your web…
... because it can discourage many who begin their LSAT prep journey ... working our ass off to get into law school. Which is, in itself ... pushed down and to finally be able to hit your stride is a ... -
US News vs Above The LawSeems to me that these two websites are the most popular as far as law school research and rankings. I'm finding in several cases that they don't alw…
... to be representing how well that particular school prepares people who ... have never had a real full time job to ... any shortcomings in your school's ranking.
to a terrible law school you should still hopefully outperform your ... -
Other factors that could get me into a better law school?So I took the LSAT in October and underperformed terribly, let's say in the 145-150 range, and I plan on retaking the test in December. On my PT's, I…
... to need something to give the school to mitigate one or both of your ... 't necessarily need to go to a school with a good ... or go to a shitty law school. Those are pretty much your options. ... And of course there are still people who go to shitty law ... -
This may be uncommon...What are the chances or likelihood of transferring law schools after first year? Does anyone know what factors into it? If its desirable choice at …
... higher in your 1L class you need to be to transfer. HLS has historically ... been the "easiest" of HYS to ... up to law school intent on transferring is likely going to lead to you getting your ... -
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... if they would just apply to that school (with a fee waiver ... prospects in any field you apply to.
@sarahfatima28 ... mind that your goal here is to get into law school first, and ... be wise for you to apply strategically to rival schools (even if ... -
Public Interest Law loan forgivenessI was just curious if anyone knows much about the loan forgiveness for those who opt to practice public interest law. Is it a program sponsored by t…
... a certain amount of time has passed (Columbia makes you pay ... . These are also usually subject to your earnings level - for example, Columbia ... conditions of the loan; Columbia has a PDF copy right on ... de facto free trip to law school. I'd say to treat it as ... -
Back by Popular Demand: The Old-Timer's Thread (30+ only, valid form of ID required)Hey everybody, Since many people have been clamoring for this I thought I'd start a new thread for the older and non-traditional future lawyers am…
... read for law school before law school starts (if I even get to it) is ... it were really necessary to prep before law school they would tell you ... do it because almost everyone who didn't prep would end ... actually want from you on your final exams (which is not ... -
Back by Popular Demand: The Old-Timer's Thread (30+ only, valid form of ID required)Hey everybody, Since many people have been clamoring for this I thought I'd start a new thread for the older and non-traditional future lawyers am…
... @noobie1 and @IPmummySF for your perspectives. I have a PhD ... firms seem to expect their patent agents to enroll in law school down ... associates during full time school - they seem to do that only ... those positions are difficult to land but who knows?
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Previous 7Sagers that are now in Law SchoolHello, all! It's been awhile since I've posted on here (being in law school and all). I was wondering if anyone who previously used 7Sage--and is …
... outlines; there's enough to worry about before law school.
The ... the legal issues" and apply the law to the facts. Some exams will ... /> There is a benefit to producing your own outlines, as this helps ... -
Question regarding difference between "Only" and "The only"From the lessons we learn that "the only" indicator falls into the category of Group 1 to support a sufficient idea, whereas "only" clauses support n…
... up with your own example, and explaining it to yourself typically ... /> Only: Only those who took the LSAT are in law school.
Does ... The only way to get into law school is to take the LSAT.
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Possibility of getting scholarships if admitted off waitlistsHi everyone, I'm on about 6 waitlists now & one hold & I'm curious if anyone has had any luck getting scholarships if admitted off waitlists? M…
... I have study buddies who got off their wait lists ... also want to ask if you HAVE to start this law school this ... and It was tough to accept sitting out another ... and am taking off until school starts (I am doing ... sitting out was the right decision, I know I have ... -
Taking the LSAT Outside of the US?I'm trying to be ready for the June LSAT but it's becoming very difficult. I had a lot on my plate the past couple of months which really shafted my …
... ; you are being tested on your ability to apply logic (etc.), after all ... is decent: bathrooms available, easy to find, reliable proctors? I know ... it's not easy to find these things out perhaps ... location before you choose where to write it. -
LOR Through LSACHello all, I just had a quick question about LORs. What is the ideal way to go about them? Is it best to have your recommender do it manually or to s…
... know when the LSAC has received the recommendation, eliminating ... />
If your recommender prefers to upload her letter, you ... />
If your recommender prefers to use snail mail, you ... -out form to the LSAC:
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LSAT RetakeSo yesterday I received my LSAT score and received a 158. It was a hard to accept but I realized I have to accept it and I have the chance to do bett…
... drills from the curriculum to really solidify your strategy. I personally supplemented ... LR and RC, I think your decision to revisit the curriculum should be ... you are looking to make is unrealistic given your plan to study full ... -
Considerations of UG major in law school admission decisionHow do law schools view "unique" UG majors? I'm coming from a science background (materials engineering to be specific) and I'm wondering if my backg…
@YesSarah If you're journey to law is really interesting, go ahead and write about it. If you can write a better PS about something else, don't worry about explaining your decision to do law. -
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... opposed to a hodge-podge of intro-level classes, but your GPA ... classes. You can explain your decision to switch to a general business studies major ... tried calling the registrar of your college to see if they might ... -
When to purchase CAS?I will be applying for Fall 2017, and am taking the LSAT in September. I want to start asking for LORs asap. Do I need to purchase CAS before I get L…
... for all Law School Applications. Its where you send your transcripts to get your standardized ... /applying-to-law-school/cas
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[Ended] Live Lightning Consultations—Tues, Aug 2nd @ 9pm EST<p><strong>Update:</strong> Thanks for your amazing responses, everyone. I’ve been pouring through them, trying to figure out how I would choose from…
... one of eleven children who grew up on Long Island ... LSAT and preparing law school applications. Ayesha used to enjoy long walks ... over which eventually lead to my decision to study the law.
OR ... attending a Catholic school and going to a Baptist church ... -
[Ended] Live Lightning Consultations—Tues, Aug 2nd @ 9pm EST<p><strong>Update:</strong> Thanks for your amazing responses, everyone. I’ve been pouring through them, trying to figure out how I would choose from…
... life working to get into law school- I can ... Law club. I also hold 3 part time jobs while at school ... type-A personality to a more mindful ... has an associates degree. My paternal grandfather was a dutch sailor who ... left home at 13 to sail to America ... -
[Webinar—Ended] Live Lightning Consultations—Mon @ 9 pm EST<p>7Sagers,</p> <p>On <strong>Monday</strong>, September 19, at <strong>9 pm EST,</strong> I’ll do another round of <em>live lightning consultatio…
... a small liberal arts school in 2014 with my ... someone who doesn't know how to do well in school.< ... folks has impacted me and led me to want to pursue ... . Specifically, a desire to work for one of ... competitive nature and drive to succeed, incorporating my success ... -
Help! Possibility of Scoring lower on second Lsat, worth risk or just cancel scores now?Currently in need of some last minute advice right now. I took the June 2016 lsat and scored 163. I was averaging around a 166 during my practice tes…
... next few weeks to my dream law school with my163 (Fordham ... to give yourself until December to retake?
Or you could apply ... now (Depending on your ... /> And then update your app with your new score if it ... -
How to explanin/convince parents about taking 2nd test/postpone?Hey, This might not be appropriate to ask here but... How to explain to them if you want to take another test/extend the test? I have already po…
... much do your parents actually know about the LSAT/Law school admissions? Have ... mutual. If your dream is law school, it isn't going to subside. At ... your all.
I know way too many bitter people who ... -
I need some SOLID adviceHello Fellow 7Sagers, Bear with me as I write the following. I absolutely need advice from people who have either been in my position or are knowl…
... goal, is your goal to apply this cycle and ... be a lawyer or is it to go to ... the school you want to/potentially ... more reflective of your abilities? If ... to pay back and you enjoyed your experience because you went to the school ... -
Need advice regarding addendumLong story short - I took a years worth of a challenging foreign language as a requirement to graduate with my second major of choice. My GPA suffere…
... language and has little to do with my ability to succeed in law school? If ... took hard(er) courses and your grades reflected that. Nothing uncommon ...
