legal profession

  • Harris Presidential Campaign Finds Legal World Booster In Paul Weiss Firm

    U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign for the White House is receiving significant support from Paul Weiss, a prominent law firm with strong ties to the Democratic Party. Paul Weiss, favored by Big Tech and Wall Street, has seen its employees donate more to Democratic candidates this election cycle than any other law firm. A…

  • Financial Assistance: Scholarships to Apply for in August 2024

    Law school is expensive. Students who want to apply to law school may find the cost intimidating, however, to ease the worries, there are plenty of scholarship opportunities! Many have already reached their deadline but there are also new ones that have opened up and are ready to apply for! Here at Barrier Breakers®, Inc.,…

  • The Perfect Number of Drafts for Your Law School Personal Statement

    The drafting process for your law school personal statement can seem daunting, but knowing what to expect can make it manageable. Let’s dive into how many drafts you should plan for and what the overall process should look like. The Foundation Having strong foundational elements are key to having a strong personal statement. If you…

  • New Jersey Defends Privacy Law Shielding Judges, Prosecutors

    New Jersey’s attorney general is urging a federal judge to reject a bid by numerous businesses to declare a new law, which bars the disclosure of home addresses and other personal information belonging to judges and prosecutors, unconstitutional. In a brief filed on Monday, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin’s office argued that the disclosure…

  • Senate Approves Bill To Create 66 New Federal Judgeships

    On Thursday, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved a bipartisan proposal to add 66 new judges to understaffed federal district courts across the country over the next decade. If enacted, this proposal would mark the first major expansion of the judiciary since 1990. The bill, which passed by unanimous consent, aims to address longstanding requests from…

  • Crafting Your Law School Personal Statement: A Journey to Success

    As we embrace the summer months, it’s the perfect time for aspiring law school applicants to dive into the task of crafting our personal statements. Whether you’re just starting out or fine-tuning your draft, understanding the key elements of a compelling personal statement is crucial. In today’s blog, let’s delve into some invaluable insights that…

  • Bar Exam Officials Offer Law Grads $1,500 To Beta Test Revised Exam

    Law school graduates typically spend over $1,000 to take the bar exam. However, this fall, they have an opportunity to profit from their study efforts. The National Conference of Bar Examiners will pay law grads $1,500 to test-drive the first full-length prototype of its NextGen Bar exam, the revamped version set to debut in July…

  • What Makes a Law School “Good”? Exploring Objective Measures and Personal Fit

    Choosing the right law school can be difficult but fear not, as I will help guide you to navigate the intricate world of law school admissions. Today, let’s dive deep into a question I get asked often: What exactly makes a law school a good law school? The Challenge of Rankings If you’ve been around…

  • Good Times Won’t Last For Law Grads, Warns Job Tracking Group

    New law school graduates dominated the entry-level job market in 2023, achieving record-high employment rates and salaries, according to data from the National Association for Law Placement (NALP). However, NALP officials warned last week that subsequent classes are unlikely to repeat those strong numbers. The red-hot market for lawyer talent in 2022 and early 2023…

  • Where You Can Get a Full Ride Scholarship for Applying Early Decision to Law School (2024)

    At the start of the law school admissions season, students start to whether they should apply for early decision knowing they might receive less financial aid. This is one of the disadvantages of early decision in comparison to regular decision.  Applying to ED is different from your normal admissions. As it says in its name,…