How taking summer courses can help a law school application
U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT — Summer internships and jobs are not the only way for college students to use their summer break to better position themselves to apply to law school. Taking classes can also be a good use of the relaxed summer months. Whether you stay on campus or study at another institution, here are four…
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U.S NEWS & WORLD REPORT — Unlike older law school applicants, aspiring lawyers who are college students or recent graduates may not have a deep well of work experience to draw from in composing their applications. They may fear that their resume seems a little bare, even if they have strong academic credentials. And they may struggle to come…
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U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT — The most exhausting and intense part of law school is the first year, known as 1L. The seemingly endless flood of cases to read, the threat of being cold-called during class through the Socratic method, and the difficulty of adjusting to law school exams push many law students to their mental limits.…
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LAW SCHOOL TOOLBOX — Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we have ex-BigLaw recruiter Sadie Jones on the podcast to talk with us about resources you can use in your job search and career planning in the legal field.
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UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA LAW — With deposit deadlines just around the corner, prospective law students have just a few weeks left to decide where they will matriculate this fall. UVA Law student ambassadors James Hornsby and Laura-Louise Rice join Dean Blazer for a candid discussion about the various factors that go into selecting which law…
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UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON LAW CENTER — This is your chance to explain any gaps in your resume and demonstrate your commitment to the LL.M. program The LL.M. interview is a key piece of the application to law school, and it is just as important as the recommendation letters, personal statements and admission tests. Usually a…
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BAR EXAM TOOL BOX — Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode of our “Quick Tips” series, we’re outlining a strategy for bouncing back after failing the bar exam. We discuss how to identify and strengthen your weaker areas and set yourself up for success next time around.
Read More about Podcast: Advice for students retaking the bar examWhy law students shouldn’t rely on ChatGPT to write assignments
THE NATIONAL JURIST — As a law student, you have a big challenge ahead of you when it comes to writing. You need to learn how to write clearly, concisely, and persuasively if you want to be successful in your legal career. Although it might seem like ChatGPT (or other chatbots) can do the work…
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U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT — Law school is widely considered one of the most challenging educational experiences, so it’s critical that students with disabilities get the support they need to handle the intense workload that comes with earning a J.D. degree, experts say. From advising to networking groups, many resources provide guidance on how law…
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UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA SCHOOL OF LAW — Senior Director of Judicial Clerkships Ruth Payne ’02 offers insight into how UVA Law students and alumni continue to break records when it comes to securing judicial clerkships. Payne breaks down the application process, details the support and guidance provided by faculty and staff, and shares why keeping…
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