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... 99th percentile on my LSAT and have x years of work experience and ... pretty much out right says on their site that if a ... -
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... in college; and (c) the work experience I've accumulated working with ... support or savings on less than that :) ) and the work will be ... -
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... say this is different depending on the school, because each school ... need, not URM, no professional work experience, 3.5 uGPA
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Is it silly to work towards a high lsat to compensate for a really low gpa?Hi 7sagers, A little bit of background. I have a 2.4 ugpa. Needless to say, my chances ride or die by my score on the LSAT. After working as a par…
... never think that spending time on an LSAT is "wasted" or ... be life changing. With your work experience and taking time to really ... -
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... score, or you have more work experience, etc. I would apply using ... they will have your materials on file and can cross check ... -
I need solid adviceLong story short: I took the LSAT 3 times. First time was a cancel>149>153. In all my PT's my range was 160-166, so to say that I am devastated with …
... student, I think it depends on what kind of law you ... good, LOR's and work experience and depending on how old you are ... some life experience...if this is ... -
The 6+ years of experience question in Personal Statement webinar by David BusisHi everyone. Just attended an amazing webinar by David Busis about writing law school essays. However, the questions round had to be limited to 20 mi…
That was my question. I was asking what his advice would be for someone who had 6+ work experience regarding the type of theme to write. I just sent David an email, so if and when he responds, I'll be more than happy to share his response on here. -
High LSAT v. GPA during the Admissions process.fairly simple question, how much more would a law school be willing to accept a student with a high LSAT score but a low GPA? for some background:…
... finishing your coursework, really focusing on nailing those grades, and creating ... after school to get some work experience and put some distance between ... the 2.0 GPA you. Work experience helps a lot, especially ... time. You have youth on your side and a couple ... -
Tips on Pushing to 170+Hi 7Sagers, I'm taking the June 2016 LSAT. I'm currently PT'ing in the high 160s, and BR'ing in the mid-high 170s. Any additional study tips on ho…
Given your stats on previous PT's and the ... Sage/guru's for advice on that section. Calling Sage @allison ... in RC and had to work hard on LG:)
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Employment History v. Resume for ApplicationHi, Wondering whether anyone has encountered this in their application cycle and could offer some guidance. Is it preferable that we list all emp…
... it would also just depend on where you're at in ... wouldn't be as appropriate. Work builds a lot of character ... a way that highlights your work experience as effectively as possible. -
What to do with resume length?Please, would like to see what suggestions from everyone would be on how to handle the resume length?
... exception for people with extensive work experience and definitely for publications. I ... won't be exceedingly taxing on their attention.
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Had a bit of a meltdownStudying was going well for about 5 months, had a bit of a meltdown at my job - wasn't sure if I wanted to try go to law school anymore and stopped f…
... work experience will only help you so don't be so hard on ... much time as you need on the LSAT, and apply to ... ". Not even close. Keep on keeping on. The LSAT can be maddening ... -
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... huge commitment and puts me on a certain trajectory for the ... , but many people prefer getting work experience first. With that being said ... -
What to do with resume length?Please, would like to see what suggestions from everyone would be on how to handle the resume length?
Check school apps as well some are very specific, 2 seems to be a preferred limit, but I noticed a fee said 2 -3 based on work experience. -
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... statement, there's a question on each application about whether an ... a couple of years of work experience first). That's just my ... -
To give up or not to give up...I haven't had it easy to say the least. Without delving into my life story, I'll just sum it up to, my goal is law school. I'm trying really hard. …
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Take heart, OP. Focus on school for now. Later, focus ... on LSAT. Some doors will be ... several years to get substantial work experience. Those things are especially ... -
What is considered a strong soft in law school applications if you don't have an UG GPA?I am aware that the most important factors in the law school admissions are LSAT scores and undergraduate GPA. However I don't have an undergraduate …
... to find a definitive answer on how much of a handicap ... into T14 schools can comment on that - do you guys feel ... you would have expected based on your LSAT score, or do ... would be more PS material. Work experience helps, not just in this ... -
What is considered a strong soft in law school applications if you don't have an UG GPA?I am aware that the most important factors in the law school admissions are LSAT scores and undergraduate GPA. However I don't have an undergraduate …
... top US engineering school and work experience in a law firm. I ... -
:([DO NOT READ IF YOU'RE PREPARING FOR THE LSAT] http://www.top-law-schools.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=261392 Thoughts? Specifically wondering wh…
The amount of hours work is going to depend on the firm and ... their associates the opportunity to work on the biggest deals that appear ... on the front page of the ... 25 year olds without any work experience 180k with a bonus? I ... -
:([DO NOT READ IF YOU'RE PREPARING FOR THE LSAT] http://www.top-law-schools.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=261392 Thoughts? Specifically wondering wh…
... 25 year olds without any work experience 180k with a bonus? I ... lunch break and clocking right on out to go play softball ... gonna require a little more work than a job that starts ... -
Crashed and burnedSo I did much worse than I thought I would on the June LSAT, like worse than all my pt's. Where do I go from here? Just redo the whole curriculum? Ha…
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I read on jd-underground forum that first ... here and firms prefer substantive work experience and business acumen. 27 year ... -
[Ended] Webinar PS Topics + Admissions —Thurs, July 7th 9PM<p>Hi 7Sagers,</p> <p>On <strong>Thursday, July 7, at 9 p.m. EST</strong>, I’ll tell you everything I know about choosing a topic for your persona…
... to put a stronger emphasis on work experience in a personal statement? Thanks ... -
[Ended] Webinar PS Topics + Admissions —Thurs, July 7th 9PM<p>Hi 7Sagers,</p> <p>On <strong>Thursday, July 7, at 9 p.m. EST</strong>, I’ll tell you everything I know about choosing a topic for your persona…
@emmmmmmm It depends on the actual question. Different prompts ask for different kinds of essays. But to clarify, it's always okay to talk about your work experience (even in the US), and never okay simply to list all the jobs you've done (even in Canada). -
Do internships really matter?So I am in a very difficult position, I was just offered a position to work with a New York State Senator specifically with criminal justice policies…
On a related note - do you think some work experience (e.g., one internship ... ) prior to applying is important? Work is definitely cutting into my ... -
Do internships really matter?So I am in a very difficult position, I was just offered a position to work with a New York State Senator specifically with criminal justice policies…
... think it very much depends on your target schools. For most ... from, soft factors matter more. Work experience is one of those factors ... it seems that people with work experience got in with somewhat lower ... than K-JDs (this is on average, I'm sure there ... -
How Important is Early Application to Law SchoolOkay, here is my conundrum: I will be taking the LSAT for the 3rd and final time in September. However, I don't feel absolutely confident that I wil…
... /> Ok, first, I would recommend on waiting to take the LSAT ... cycle to prepare and get work experience is never a bad thing ... for the September test. BUT -- work on getting your applications completed before ... -
Improving Softs for Non Traditional StudentsI know that softs can play a bigger factor for NTD students when it comes to admissions. What are some of those? I have picked up a few extra things …
... talking with various applicants on the internet the last few ... really great softs. Serving on a non-profit board, ... order. Some may disagree on the importance or how good ... Undergrad Prestige (HYP)
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LSAC International Grade ConversionsHi! So sorry if this topic has been covered before, I just can't seem to find any information online whatsoever! I've completed my undergrad at a…
... you an actual numeric GPA on a 4.0 scale, so ... had a >3.8 on the WES scale you'd ... has to get you in on it's own.
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[Webinar] Live Lightning Consultation—Mon @ 9 pm EST<p>7Sagers,</p> <p>This <strong>Monday</strong>, at <strong>9 pm EST,</strong> I’ll do a second round of <em>live lightning consultations.</em></p…
... total of ten years of work experience, seven of which are in ... to be a good reflection on my application, but I also ... focus my time and energy on my dad, but my dad ... -
[Webinar] Live Lightning Consultation—Mon @ 9 pm EST<p>7Sagers,</p> <p>This <strong>Monday</strong>, at <strong>9 pm EST,</strong> I’ll do a second round of <em>live lightning consultations.</em></p…
... the impact of economic policies on small businesses; interned at a ... .
As a consultant: have experience in digesting new regulations, assessing ... ) What having a bad boss / work experience taught me about professionalism, resilience ...
