As we’ve previously discussed, most law schools require only one personal statement that has no required topic. Therefore questions of whether to answer optional essays and, if so, what to say, are ones that loom large for many law school … Continue reading
Law school applicants who have had a couple years in the working world may wonder about the best way to discuss their professional experiences, especially if their current job has little or nothing to do with the law or their … Continue reading
As many of our readers are aware, letters of recommendation are an important part of the application process. We would like to take a look at how to handle the snags that often arise for applicants in unique academic or … Continue reading
Today we wanted to focus on one element of the application that applicants often underestimate: extracurricular activities. In order to understand why this category is important, applicants should keep in mind that the adcom is responsible for crafting a dynamic … Continue reading
With most law schools accepting applications since the beginning of the month, J.D. candidates are coming to understand that applying to law school is an incredibly demanding process. In addition to preparing for and taking the LSAT, applicants are required … Continue reading
Creating a resume (or CV) is an excellent starting point for those who are beginning to work on their law school applications. Here are several reasons why now is the time to focus on drafting or polishing your resume: 1) … Continue reading
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