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NEW Schools That Now Accept GRE Scores?If anyone knows of new schools that are now accepting GRE scores as well as LSAT scores, please comment and tell us which ones! Lets make one big lis…
... a big difference between J.Y. going to Harvard Law ... Law School, so it makes sense as to why ... distinguish the difference between law school & undergrad academics ... (myself included) forget why being an attorney is ... lost in translation of why I want to go ... -
Off-Topic: Are there other professions where "I want to help people" is a barrier to entry?My wife and I were talking about her career during our evening dog walk. She has recently gotten a few nibbles from head hunters looking to steal he…
... take a stab at why the reaction to someone's ... pressure for the security of Big Law in getting a job ... position to have this Big Law temptation due to being ... will help people and why do I want that ... additionally "why do I want to help people through law rather ... -
Off-Topic: Are there other professions where "I want to help people" is a barrier to entry?My wife and I were talking about her career during our evening dog walk. She has recently gotten a few nibbles from head hunters looking to steal he…
... an admissions person at a law fair, the general consensus ... I heard that at the law fair, my PS changed ... Y Z and that is why I am seeking a ... help others and that's why they seek the career. However ... But now she's doing big law with a massive corporation (that ... -
Significance of T-14I see this categorization thrown around a lot. Is the point that there is a large quality drop off after the top 14? Or that the schools in the top 1…
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Potential Michigan People HangoutIf University of Michigan is still alive in your cycle, post here if you get any interesting pieces of information which will help the rest of us mak…
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I have no idea why they would do it in ... as being a place where Big Law students make really frivolous expensive ... the culture of Big Law more than Michigan. And Big Law would have a ... big influence on the people ... -
Any Law School NewsHas anyone heard anything from any of their schools today?
... reading some havard law admissions interviews stating that ... And I totally understand why that is usually a good ... law school. If I go to law school at Michigan with a big ... I would definitely do Big Law. The sooner I ... saving some money from Big Law. The earlier I ... -
Any Law School NewsHas anyone heard anything from any of their schools today?
... reading some havard law admissions interviews stating that ... And I totally understand why that is usually a good ... law school. If I go to law school at Michigan with a big ... I would definitely do Big Law. The sooner I ... saving some money from Big Law. The earlier I ... -
Columbia vs. MichiganAlright, so let me start by saying I know how great of a problem this is to have. I am choosing between two of the best programs in the country and I…
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Are T25 law schools still worth the investment?So I’m a senior getting ready to apply to graduate school; now, ever since I embarked on this journey I’ve heard stories about how law school really …
... Additionally, if you want Big Law which is probably the main ... you don't want Big Law. Then all of a ... the pay difference between Big Law and most other legal ... jobs is huge with Big Law paying about $160,000 ... So you can see why the Big Law jobs are prized. -
Do your MBA along with your J.D.?Hi all, I got accepted to the University of British Columbia up in Canada. Pretty funny story, I actually 'argued' my way in. I was originally rej…
... year related to corporate law along with getting a ... experience to get a Big Law position doing corporate work( ... world, pays for itself through Big Law, and then gives you ... 7 years old. So why not get the JD, ...
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Do your MBA along with your J.D.?Hi all, I got accepted to the University of British Columbia up in Canada. Pretty funny story, I actually 'argued' my way in. I was originally rej…
... though if you go to big law straight out of a JD ... you have a narrative for why it adds value to ... can't answer questions about why they are doing an ... if I could change law school I would make ... value added for lawyers and law firms.
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Spivey predictions for 2018-19http://blog.spiveyconsulting.com/predicting-the-2018-2019-law-school-admissions-cycle-2/ Finally, Spivey's thoughts on next cycle!
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Why exactly did you think this ... the best in things like Big Law. (I don't know ... route to economic prosperity through big law or meaningful employment through their ... reason why people motivated by an increased interest in law because ... -
Spivey predictions for 2018-19http://blog.spiveyconsulting.com/predicting-the-2018-2019-law-school-admissions-cycle-2/ Finally, Spivey's thoughts on next cycle!
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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…
... experiences are generally helpful in big law job interviews (especially if they ... are law-related) but most employers still ... up with good stories about why law? why law as your second career? The ... -
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... excuse for why you don't want to do law school this ... the risk of not getting Big Law is a harsher one ... if you don't get Big Law? If there isn't ... Top 6 have really good Big Law numbers) is pretty critical. ... in Michigan if I miss Big Law because I have lived ... -
Finding Meaning as a LawyerThe trend on law school forums is that T14 into Big Law ought to be the goal for anyone who is pursuing a legal career. It is a fact that Big Law pro…
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Finding Meaning as a LawyerThe trend on law school forums is that T14 into Big Law ought to be the goal for anyone who is pursuing a legal career. It is a fact that Big Law pro…
While I am not 'Big Law or Bust', it is definitely ... people don't last in Big Law doenst mean you can't ... to save some cash.... so why not?
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Is being in a T-14 really a big deal?Is being in a T-14 really a big deal? I’m looking into the university of Miami law, but I’m nervous about if this would hinder me in finding a job. I…
... very solid chance at a Big Law job where many jobs ... to aim for Big Law most Top 14 law schools will also ... of their students are doing Big Law and therefore don't ... basically debt is the reason why it is important to ... you don't want a Big Law position and don't ... -
Take the full ride or, nah?Hey, guys! I have a dilemma. Would you take a full ride to a lower ranked school and try to transfer later? I know transfers aren't guaranteed and ev…
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- Why would would I take the ... available. I'm not doing big law. That being said, I'm ... down a full ride to law school) that you are facing ... -
ED to Columbia Law? URM and 3.82 GPAApplying this September and faced with the choice of EDying to CLS or not. I would like to hear your thoughts on (1) whether ED to CLS is worth t…
... placing lots of people into Big Law? I personally would keep working ... this Sept. Should I write Why X's? essays to HYS ... -
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…
... experiences are generally helpful in big law job interviews (especially if they ... are law-related) but most employers still ... up with good stories about why law? why law as your second career? The ... -
Is being LGBT+ a disadvantage?Hi Guys, so I'm very curious about this factor since I'm not from the States and really don't know how the LGBT+ members are doing out there. I've…
... and have been working at law firms for 4+ years with ... * name change clinic in my Why X essays. One school which ... can google “most LGBTQ friendly big law firms” and there is a ... attorneys are part of LGBTQ law associations and I look forward ... -
How to get back into the swing of things?I would like to start by apologizing as I am sure there are similar posts that already exist. I was wondering the best way to get back into studying …
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So why November... My family ... out while I am in law school (with some of my ... , I initially intended to start law school this year. I delayed ... ’m honestly not interested in big law. Just want a job I ... -
How to get back into the swing of things?I would like to start by apologizing as I am sure there are similar posts that already exist. I was wondering the best way to get back into studying …
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> So why November... ... while I am in law school (with some of ... I initially intended to start law school this year. I ... m honestly not interested in big law. Just want a job ... the rigors of the law school curricula (this is ... -
Updated [Veterans PSA]: No scholarship because we assumed you had full GI Bill coverage.**See my post on 17 Dec below for update:** After submitting my apps to schools that I am seriously considering, I opened up my data to the LSAC C…
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Study Plan for Retake/Potentially Delaying Until Next CycleSo I scored 3-4 points lower than my average on the November LSAT, but still have a score that is worth applying to some schools in the T20-40 range.…
... a cycle (depending on post-law employment and current employment). ... your goals (federal clerkship, prestigious Big Law firm), then waiting is your ... your goal. This is why applying this cycle is so ... of crucial importance to realize why we are taking this test ... -
URM (Black Male) Realistic Chances on Improving Scores and AdmissionI currently go to UC San Diego and took 20 units this past quarter while studying for the LSAT for about 2months(ish) and scored a 143 with little to…
... br /> > > > > Why the rush? Is there something ... is possible in five weeks, why not give yourself five months ... of others are fired from Big Law relatively quickly) and leave ... they can through Big Law(assuming they get a Big Law job) before starting ... -
Michigan 1L: Advice Based on 1 Semester in Law School@keets993 @eRetaker I'm writing this because I promised to and because the internet has a sort of strong response bias where only those who do well…
... with writing analytical papers before law school? What was your ... understand very little about how law school actually is like. ... them?
That's why I recommend reading the supplements ... they might not land the big law job they were counting on ... -
Got into my dream school--having doubtsHi all, I turned to this community after hitting a hard plateau upon taking a rushed 2-month Blueprint course. I started off with 154 and could n…
... want to practice--leaning towards Big Law to pay off debt but ... help out (reading personal statements, why x's, application process for ... -
New US News RankingsSpivey got the new US News Rankings! Officially out next week, but here's the scoop: https://blog.spiveyconsulting.com/2020-usnwr-rankings-2019-re…
Wow! I don't know why, but I always thought Virginia was lower than that and Michigan was higher. A bit surprised now that I actually sat down and looked at the list. Which school would have better chances at Big Law and clerkships?
