Archive for October, 2008
Five Key Factors to Consider in Choosing a Law School
People have different standards in choosing law schools to apply to. Some consider the school’s reputation as the most important factor to consider, while some focus more on tuition and financial costs. To help you choose which law school to apply to, below are five key factors you should consider: Financial costs These include tuition, [...]
Comparing Law School Curricula and Course Offerings
In the US, virtually all ABA-accredited law schools offer the same courses to freshman students. These subjects or courses comprise what is considered as the general core curriculum. But by the time they reach their second year, law students get a wider range of course options to choose from and are allowed to then tailor [...]
The History and Background of the Federalist Society
The Federalist Society for Law and Public Policy Studies, or simply called the Federalist Society, was formed in 1982 by a group of law students from top law schools, specifically, Harvard, Yale, and the University of Chicago. The organization was founded with the aim of reforming the current US judicial system. From being an organization [...]
Alternative Career Options for Law Graduates
Contrary to popular belief that law school students immediately go to law firms and practice law after graduation, there are actually quite a number of various positions that law school graduates apply for. From legal and corporate research to socio-political activism, here is a list of some of the fields and industries that law school [...]
Primer on Letters of Recommendation for Law School
In addition to passing the entrance exam and submitting a well-crafted personal statement, admission into law school also requires applicants to submit at least two letters of recommendation. If you’re at a loss as to what these are and whom to get them from, read on to find out the answers to these top two [...]
Lawyer’s Job and Salary: What to Expect
A legal career has its own versions of ups and downs. Lawyers have the advantage of getting high salaries, wearing designer suits, and working in high-end offices. However, they still have to work hard to advance their positions in private law firms and public litigation. Lawyers usually stay up till morning to study and prepare [...]