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  • As The US Moves To Reclassify Marijuana As A Less Dangerous Drug, Could More States Legalize It?

    As the U.S. government moves toward reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, there may be little immediate impact in the dozen states that have not already legalized cannabis for widespread medical or recreational use by adults. But advocates for marijuana legalization hope a federal regulatory shift could eventually change the minds — and votes…

  • LSAT Prep Programs Offering Discounts for Fee Waiver Students

    How do you apply to law school for free or little to nothing? Applying to law school can be very expensive, and you might not realize that there are ways to get fees for your LSAT prep waived. The first step to finding discounted LSAT prep is often through getting an LSAC Fee Waiver. Make…

  • Applying to Law School with ADHD

    If you’re someone who has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you might be wondering how to actually stay organized in the law school application process. How do you get through this process even when you know our ADHD superpower starts superpowering?  According to Forbes, an estimated 8.7 million adults have ADHD. Approximately 366.3 million adults…

  • Do the 2024 Law School Rankings Matter?: A Conversation with Mike Spivey

    If you’re in tune with the law school admissions world, you know that when the law school rankings come out each spring, it’s a big deal. But should it be?  When it comes to law school admissions, rankings have long been a significant factor influencing applicants’ decisions. As long as I’ve been in admissions, however,…

  • Paying for Law School: Scholarships to Apply to in May 2024

    As the May scholarship deadlines rapidly approach and fresh opportunities arise, navigating the realm of financial aid can seem overwhelming. However, fear not, as we’re here to offer guidance. Especially for BIPOC and first-generation students, there are numerous resources available to alleviate the financial obstacles that may hinder their path to law school. At Barrier…

  • How A Hush Money Scandal Tied To A Porn Star Led To Trump’s First Criminal Trial

    It was the kind of tawdry tale that Donald Trump might have relished before politics: a porn actor claiming they had had sex. But on the eve of the 2016 presidential election, Trump feared the story, which he says is false, would cost him votes. So, prosecutors say, he arranged to pay Stormy Daniels to…

  • What to Know as a Deaf and Hearing-Impaired Law School Applicant

    As we emerge into National Deaf History Month, we want to be inclusive and representative of all law school applicants. While there are not many mainstream resources readily made available for hearing-impaired students going to law school, we are here to highlight the few that are. Statistics are challenging to locate as well, but deaf…

  • Law School Decisions: What to Do While Waiting

    For many applicants, the waiting period for law school admissions is riddled with uncertainty. Questions like, “Was I admitted? Was I denied? Am I waitlisted?” can linger, causing anxiety. If you’re in this boat, fret not. Here’s a breakdown of what to do during this nerve-wracking time. Here are some actionable tips for applicants grappling…

  • Legal Hurdles Mount for Trump As Insurance Company’s $175 Million Bond Rejected

    A legal setback looms for former President Donald Trump as a New York court rejected an insurance company’s attempt to post a $175 million bond for him while he appeals a fraud judgment. The decision by the court not to accept the bond from Knight Specialty Insurance Company could pave the way for New York…

  • Why Minority Students Need to Start Early on Law School Applications

    The relative scarcity of minority legal professionals is still a concern despite the accelerating changes over the decade. According to the 2021 NALP report on diversity, 10.75% of firm partners were lawyers of color, with 46% being Asian Americans, 31% Hispanic, and 24% Black. This disparity stems from the application process, with factors like lack of…