Applying Early Decision to Law School
What do I think about applying Early Decision (ED) to law school? I’m against it. Because of one word. That word is “binding.” “Binding” means that if you get into that law school, you are bound to go...
View ArticleHow Do I Write an Addendum for Law School?
So, I get this question a lot: how do I write an addendum for law school? You should write an addendum whenever there is a weakness in your background. That could mean a low GPA, some low grades (D’s,...
View ArticleHow to Negotiate Scholarship Offers (Part 2)
So many of you wrote in comments and questions in response to my post on how to negotiate scholarship offers, that I felt compelled to write a part two. First, thanks to everyone who wrote in with...
View ArticleWho to Ask for Letters of Recommendation
Who should you ask for letters of recommendation (LORs) for applying to law school? I recommend choosing three professors, teaching assistants (TAs), supervisors, or mentors who know you well, know...
View ArticleTop 10 Tips for Succeeding in Law School (Part 1)
I love hearing from my former students and clients. I enjoy connecting with them again, seeing how they’re doing, and hearing what law school life, or the lawyering life, is like. More often than not,...
View ArticleTop 10 Tips for Succeeding in Law School (Part 2)
Here’s part 2 of the top 10 law school success tips that I’ve collected over the years. Tip #5: Experiment with different ways of studying. A 2L told me that after taking detailed notes throughout her...
View ArticleTop 10 Tips for Succeeding in Law School (Part 3)
Here’s part 3, the final installment, of the top 10 law school success tips that I’ve collected over the years. Tip #7: “My grades do not define me as a person.” This should be your mantra during law...
View ArticleHow to Write a Criminal Record Addendum
Are you afraid you might not get into law school because of your criminal record? It’s okay to be afraid. But don’t let that stop you from applying! I’ve worked with many law school applicants who had...
View ArticleTop Ten Mistakes That Law School Applicants Make: #8
This post continues our 10-part series of posts on the Top Ten Mistakes That Law School Applicants Make. The #8 Top Ten Mistake That Law School Applicants Make every year is… THEY DON’T APPLY TO A...
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