How to Choose the Right Law Schools

How to Choose the Right Law Schools

You’ve decided that law school is your next step.  But, there are approximately 200 accredited law schools in the US.  How do you choose which schools to apply to? Many applicants want to apply to only the top schools, as ranked by US News and World Report rankings or a similar organization.  The methodology of […]

The Secret to Getting the Best Letter of Recommendation for Law School

The Secret to Getting the Best Letter of Recommendation for Law School

Law school applicants are often focused on two things: taking the LSAT and writing their personal statement. These are both critical aspects of any law school application, but certainly they are not the only ones. In this blog post, I will focus on tips to get the best Letters of Recommendation (LORs) you possibly can. All […]

3 Questions You Should Ask Before Posting on Social Media

3 Questions You Should Ask Before Posting on Social Media

The allure of social media is strong: create a platform for yourself, rebrand your image, become the envy of all of your followers and friends. And truth be told, there are far-reaching positive societal changes as a result of the transparency that social media affords. But buyer beware. In just the past 24 hours alone, […]

10 Resume Tips for Law School Applications

10 Resume Tips for Law School Applications

Too many applicants see their resume as an item to check off the list in preparing their law school application.  Don’t be one of them! Here are top ten DO’s and DON’Ts for polishing your resume to a brilliant shine. [Want expert feedback on your admissions profile? Get a free evaluation on Admit.me!] 1. Put […]

I’ve Been Waitlisted by Law Schools – Now What?

I’ve Been Waitlisted by Law Schools – Now What?

Nothing is more aggravating for an hopeful law applicant than receiving a waitlist letter from her dream school.  A rejection letter at least closes the door, but a waitlist letter seems to leave an indefinite opening, or at least until August.   But don’t despair just yet! Many applicants have successfully launched off of the […]

8 Ways to Prepare for Law School during Early Years in College

8 Ways to Prepare for Law School during Early Years in College

  As a law school admissions expert, I often receive questions from undergraduate students who want to know what our secret formula for success is. Should I join 10+ clubs in college? Should I major in Philosophy to demonstrate logical thinking and writing skills? Should I take that prestigious internship on Capitol Hill? Study abroad to […]