Unfortunately, yes. It’s well documented that the vast majority of law firm recruiting takes place during the fall semester of law students’ second year, and first year (1L) grades are all that legal employers have at their disposal at the time when deciding which students to hire into their summer associate programs. What may not […]
Can 1L grades impact how much I pay for law school? Read More »
Devastated. Kicked in the gut. Blindsided. That’s how it might feel when you check your Gmail and read the first sentence from your top-choice school: “We regret to inform you…” If you’ve clung to the dream of attending a particular law school since your senior year of high school, you’ll undoubtedly feel deeply discouraged
Rejected from your dream school? You still have one last chance Read More »
Law Preview retains a roster of law professors that any school would envy. Not only are they accomplished scholars, but they represent 24 Teacher of the Year Award Winners, five former clerks to justices on the Supreme Court and two federal prosecutors. But don’t be intimidated by their credentials — above all they are fun, engaging and
Get to Know a Professor: Zahr Said, University of Washington Law School Read More »
Guest Blogger: Anita Western, Law and Technology Anita Western is a 3L at Michigan State University College of Law with a trustee scholarship and a passion toward the issues that arrive at the intersection of law and technology. Prior to law school, she earned three bachelor’s degrees in Criminal Justice, Spanish and Political Science. Anita works
5 Things You Should Know About Law School Read More »
Guest Blogger: Brandy Brown, The Legal Duchess Brandy Brown is a second-year law student at the University of Toledo College of Law, where she attends on a full tuition scholarship. Prior to law school, she earned dual bachelor’s degrees in legal studies and history. She is currently interning at her local criminal prosecutor’s office and plans
Everything You Need to Know About Taking Notes in Law School Read More »
Guest Blogger: Brandy Brown, The Legal Duchess Brandy Brown is a second-year law student at the University of Toledo College of Law, where she attends on a full tuition scholarship. Prior to law school, she earned dual bachelor’s degrees in legal studies and history. She is currently interning at her local criminal prosecutor’s office and plans
Everything You Need to Know About Outlining Read More »
If you’ve been keeping up with this blog series, you probably already know that in law school professors teach using the Case Method. This means that the days of you coming to class hungover or tired, expecting to be spoon-fed information by lecture, are over. Instead, you will be expected to read (and brief!) your
To Brief, Or Not To Brief… There’s Really No Question Read More »
So, by about now you’re probably deposited at the law school you’ll be attending next year and may have some questions about what’s in store. For this reason, I thought it would be helpful to answer a few frequently asked questions I’ve recently received via email. Here you go! Question #1 What is Law Review,
Top 3 Law School FAQs, Objectively Asked & Answered Read More »
If you’re planning to enter law school this fall, be prepared for some surprises. First, the teaching methods your law professors employ will be unlike what you experienced in your college classroom. Moreover, when you finally sit for your first semester exams, you’ll see that how you’re tested (and your objectives as an examinee) will
Why the F? Understanding the 1L grading curve Read More »
So, you’ve been notified of your acceptance into law school. Congratulations! Next on your list (aside from figuring out how to prepare for it), is attending your school’s Admitted Students Day. Here’s some solid advice to make your campus visit a truly worthwhile experience. You Actually Need To Go, Yes Seriously Law school is a
Admitted Students Day – Tips For Making The Most of It Read More »