legal education

  • Navigating Law School Admissions as a College Athlete: Tips and Insights

    Are you a Division I athlete with aspirations of attending law school? Perhaps you’re an Olympic athlete or deeply involved in a demanding extracurricular activity. You might be wondering how your athletic commitments will impact your law school admissions journey. In this episode of Break into Law School, we’ll delve into the unique considerations and…

  • Supporting Muslim Students During Ramadan: A Guide for Law School Communities

    First and foremost, fostering awareness and understanding of Ramadan is key. Law school students and staff should take the initiative to educate themselves about the significance of Ramadan and its practices.

  • Exploring The Law School Gap Year: A Personal Journey

    So, what exactly is a gap year? At its core, a gap year is a pause, a moment of reflection and exploration following your undergraduate journey.

  • Scholarships, Fellowships, & Pipelines For Female Future Lawyers

    The legal industry landscape has changed drastically over the last several decades. In 1960, women made up under four percent of students enrolled in law school. Today, women make up more than half of all enrolled in law schools. However, women remain underrepresented at large firms. Even with some setbacks, things are looking bright for…

  • Writing A Strong Law School Letter Of Continued Interest

    First and foremost, it’s crucial to understand that being placed on a waitlist is not the end of the road—it’s an opportunity for further engagement with your dream school.

  • Maine Faces Urgent Public Defender Crisis as Judge Rejects Settlement Proposal

    Maine’s ongoing struggle to provide adequate legal representation for indigent residents has faced another setback as a proposed settlement to improve the state’s public defender system was rejected by a judge. In a recent ruling, Justice Michaela Murphy declined to approve a second proposed settlement aimed at addressing the deficiencies in Maine’s system for providing…

  • Navigating The Changing Landscape Of The LSAT: Insights From LSAT Unplugged Founder Steve Schwartz

    The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) has undergone significant changes in recent years, prompting questions and concerns among prospective law school applicants. With alterations such as the removal of the logic games section and the introduction of new test formats, many students are left wondering how to adapt their preparation strategies. To shed light on…

  • Trivia: Top 10 Things You Need To Know About Law School

    Law school success doesn’t come easy. It takes hard work and determination to make it through this legal right of passage. The more you know starting law school will help you succeed from day one

  • Making Law School Affordable: Scholarships To Apply To In March 2024

    ABSTRACT: This article outlines several scholarship opportunities for law students, emphasizing diversity, inclusion, and academic achievement. From foundations like USLAW NETWORK and Arnold & Porter to firms like Nelson Mullins and Devadoss, these scholarships offer financial aid ranging from $1,000 to $10,000. Requirements vary but generally include essays, transcripts, and proof of enrollment. Deadlines range…

  • Common Law School Myths Debunked

    Contrary to popular belief, a passion for political science isn’t a prerequisite for law school. Successful law school graduates come from diverse academic backgrounds.