Podcast: Advice on the getting the most out of admitted student events

January 28, 2020

SPIVEY CONSULTING GROUP — In this podcast, Spivey Consulting Founding Partner Mike Spivey talks about why law schools have admitted student programs, what you can expect from them, what you can expect from others at the event, and how to make the most of the visit.

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New England Law student Sujin Han shares advice for part-time law

January 21, 2020

NEW ENGLAND LAW BOSTON — Sujin Han ’20 will be the first one to tell you: she was not one of those people who always knew they wanted to become lawyer. Today, Han, a member of New England Law | Boston’s evening JD program, draws upon her past to provide a better future for others. This is

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Fordham Law hosts moot court for New York City area high school students

January 21, 2020

FORDHAM LAW NEWS — The 35th Annual Metropolitan MENTOR Moot Court Competition, which started off with 740 students from 36 New York City public high schools, narrowed to the 12 best teams in its quarterfinals. The quarterfinal rounds took place on November 25, 2019, at Fordham Law School.

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American University Washington College of Law hosts local high school students for ‘law day’

December 27, 2019

AMERICAN UNIVERSITY WASHINGON COLLEGE OF LAW — On Tuesday, Dec. 17, American University Washington College of Law welcomed high school students from Prince Georges County Public School’s Law, Education, and Public Service Academies for Law Day. The half-day event—presented by the AUWCL Office of Admissions and organized by JD Admissions Senior Administrative Assistant Vanessa Anthony—focused on financial

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Capital Law students shares advice on balancing law school and careers

November 26, 2019

CAPITAL UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL —  Juggling law school, a full-time job and a family has its challenges, but for several Capital University Law School students and recent graduates, it’s been a fulfilling journey. Here they share their advice on prioritizing obligations, striking a balance and pursuing lifelong dreams.

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New England Law shares how military experience can provide a foundation for law school

November 18, 2019

NEW ENGLAND LAW BOSTON — From developing leadership skills to dealing with stress, military experience can provide an outstanding foundation for law school and a legal career.

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How to choose a legal practice area and find law school specializations

October 30, 2019

NATIONAL JURIST PRELAW — “Do law schools have majors?” Tania asked me during office hours. Tania is interested in environmental law.  Environmental law is a very popular area of interest these days, so she wants to find law schools that specialize in it.  While you do not pick a “major” in law school, and no specialty

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Duquesne University establishes pre-law program and center

October 29, 2019

THE DUKE DUQUESNE DUKE — In their exploration of law school options, undergraduate students now have an additional resource to use. Located in room 128 of the Law School, the new Pre-Law Center is intended to be an all-in-one resource for students interested in law school, public service and similar postgraduate opportunities.

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Podcast: Advice for prospective students on choosing the right law school

October 21, 2019

JDSUPRA — Today, we’re talking with Dr. Shirag Shemmassian — a law school admissions expert who has been featured on The Washington Post, U.S. News & World Report, and NBC — about the process of deciding which law schools to apply to, and choosing the one to attend.

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