law school

  • Is Transferring Law Schools The Right Decision For You?

    Transferring law schools is a topic that stirs a lot of contemplation among students. You’ve just navigated the arduous law school application process, survived your first semester, and now, in your second semester, you’re pondering whether to stay put or explore the possibility of transferring. Should you stay at your current law school, try for…

  • Setting The Tone For Your Law School Addendum

    Demystifying Law School Addenda: How to Explain the Unexplainable Navigating the intricacies of a law school application can be daunting, especially when encountering aspects of your academic or personal history that might raise eyebrows. One crucial element I’ve come to understand is the addendum—a piece of writing that allows applicants like you to address anything…

  • Finding Financial Support for Law School: Scholarships to Apply to in July 2024

    As several scholarship opportunities have come close to their deadline, it can be quite overwhelming for those who seek financial assistance. Although some have reached the end of their scholarship deadlines, there are plenty of other scholarship opportunities that are especially specific to LGBTQ+, BIPOC and first-generation students that are still available to apply for!…

  • Texas Supreme Court Asks For Public Input On New Bar Exam

    Texas is set to begin using the new national bar exam in July 2028, giving the public an opportunity to weigh in before making the change official. On Tuesday, the Supreme Court of Texas issued an order indicating its plans to move to the new test and add a half-day exam on Texas law. The…

  • Law Schools Boost AI Offerings As Industry Booms

    A growing number of law schools are adding courses and degree programs in artificial intelligence to meet employer demand and capitalize on the flourishing AI industry. More than half of law schools now offer classes on AI, according to a recent American Bar Association survey, with the number of these courses accelerating since ChatGPT’s debut…

  • Brainstorming for Your Law School Application Essays

    Brainstorming for your law school application essays can be a daunting task, but it’s also an exciting opportunity to showcase your unique story. While the process can be lengthy and might even span days, today I’ll share some essential tips to get you started. Remember, if you have any follow-up questions, feel free to submit…

  • Best Practices For Law School Letters Of Recommendation

    When applying to law school, one crucial component often overlooked until the last minute is the letters of recommendation. These letters are more than just formalities; they are a critical part of your application. Let’s delve into why letters of recommendation are essential, who should write them, how to ensure they are strong and effective,…

  • Illinois Adopts Revamped Bar Exam, Marking Gain For New Lawyer Licensing Test

    On Wednesday, Illinois announced its decision to switch to the NextGen Bar Exam in 2028, becoming the largest jurisdiction to adopt the revised national attorney licensing exam. Illinois now joins 18 other states or territories in committing to the NextGen bar exam, marking the first significant overhaul of the test in 25 years. The National…

  • Law School Applicants’ Socioeconomic Hurdles Measured By New Metric

    Law schools may soon have more information about the educational and economic challenges applicants face on their path to a law degree. The Law School Admission Council (LSAC) is developing a new “environmental context” metric for colleges and universities. This metric considers factors such as institutional student spending, graduation rates, and the percentage of undergraduates…

  • California Shelves Plan To Create Own Bar Exam

    On Thursday, the State Bar of California halted a plan to develop its own online bar exam, which could save the financially struggling organization up to $4 million annually. The State Bar’s Board of Trustees withdrew a proposal from its meeting agenda that would have hired Kaplan North American to develop multiple-choice questions similar to…