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Sharon
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What inspired you to pursue a career in law, and how did you stay motivated through challenges like GPA or LSAT setbacks?
As someone exploring a future in law, I’m curious—how did you know this was the right path for you? And what advice would you give to someone who’s passionate about pursuing law but feels discouraged due to things like their potential GPA or LSAT score?" #Spring25
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Maleah Riley-Brown
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Many people go to law school for different reasons, but one thing I noticed among my classmates was their desire to make a difference in their fields. Law school is also a great place to meet people and learn how law affects everything in our lives and helps society run smoothly. For me, law school was the right choice because nothing else interested me as much. I was excited to learn critical thinking, how to make important decisions, argue effectively for a client or cause, and understand the history that shapes our country today.
When applying to law school, remember that your GPA and LSAT/GRE scores aren't the only things that matter. Some applications let you write personal essays to show who you are, and you can include a resume to highlight your activities and commitments that don't show up in your grades or test scores. If you're passionate about law school, don't let doubts hold you back. With nearly 200 accredited law schools in the U.S., there are plenty of options and opportunities. Keep moving forward, and believe in yourself!
When applying to law school, remember that your GPA and LSAT/GRE scores aren't the only things that matter. Some applications let you write personal essays to show who you are, and you can include a resume to highlight your activities and commitments that don't show up in your grades or test scores. If you're passionate about law school, don't let doubts hold you back. With nearly 200 accredited law schools in the U.S., there are plenty of options and opportunities. Keep moving forward, and believe in yourself!
Damion Josephs
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My interest in how the law and technology interact inspired me to pursue a career in law. As an example, today, artificial intelligence (AI) laws and regulations are a hot topic, and from consumer to business products and services, AI is reshaping the way we interact and use those products and services.
How did I stay motivated? I kept remembering that I wasn't "in it alone". Like my peers, I faced challenges - some were the same as others; some mine were my own. All in all, I took comfort in the idea that "if it was easy, everyone would be doing it". From there, I kept pressing on, staying calm, staying poised, and continuing to do what I needed to do as well as I could .
How did I stay motivated? I kept remembering that I wasn't "in it alone". Like my peers, I faced challenges - some were the same as others; some mine were my own. All in all, I took comfort in the idea that "if it was easy, everyone would be doing it". From there, I kept pressing on, staying calm, staying poised, and continuing to do what I needed to do as well as I could .
Mitch Olson
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If you're still in undergrad or haven't started yet, focus on getting the best grades you can. This will help you graduate with a strong GPA. Remember, once you graduate, your undergrad GPA is set for admissions, so aim high now. But don't worry if your GPA isn't perfect—schools look at more than just your GPA and LSAT scores. You can always improve your LSAT score, but keep in mind you can only take it up to 5 times, so make each attempt count. Work experience is also important to law schools because it shows you're employable. After you graduate, consider working for a few years to gain experience, save money, and study for the LSAT. This can give you your best chance at success.
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Amber Lee
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Hi Sharon, I'm happy to share my thoughts and experience.
I did not know law was the right path for me when I enrolled at law school. I decided to go to law school because I did not have a whole lot of job prospects when I graduated from my undergrad, and I figured the legal field is broad enough there has to be something I would enjoy. It was a risky move, but it all worked out for me.
Unlike you, I never had any genuine interest in going to law school, only because it wasn't something I thought was possible for myself. I didn't even know what LSAT was until I was ready to apply to law school. Needless to say, my LSAT score was poor, but my undergrad GPA was stellar and I suspect that helped me with my law school application. I was also semi-active in extracurricular activities during my undergrad years, but I did not hold any leadership positions. I barely had any work experience going into law school (I had 1 internship during undergrad and it wasn't even law-related).
All of that did not pose difficulties in getting into law schools. I must have applied to about 20 schools that I thought were realistic choices based on my qualifications. Like what Maleah said--there are plenty of law schools in the U.S. Assuming you're staying in Florida, there are 11 accredited law schools to choose from. Granted, some schools are going to be a lot more competitive than others, but if you're wanting to practice locally, smaller local schools (e.g., FAMU Law in Central Florida, or FIU in South Fla) could still be excellent choices. They're easier to get into and you will still get a J.D. out of it.
My advice: try your best at the LSAT and aim to maintain a decent GPA. If you're able to get legal internships/part-time positions, go for it! But just know it's not crucial to have that sort of background prior to applying to law schools. It's probably hard to see this for yourself right now, but just take things one step at a time and you'll be fine. Good luck!
I did not know law was the right path for me when I enrolled at law school. I decided to go to law school because I did not have a whole lot of job prospects when I graduated from my undergrad, and I figured the legal field is broad enough there has to be something I would enjoy. It was a risky move, but it all worked out for me.
Unlike you, I never had any genuine interest in going to law school, only because it wasn't something I thought was possible for myself. I didn't even know what LSAT was until I was ready to apply to law school. Needless to say, my LSAT score was poor, but my undergrad GPA was stellar and I suspect that helped me with my law school application. I was also semi-active in extracurricular activities during my undergrad years, but I did not hold any leadership positions. I barely had any work experience going into law school (I had 1 internship during undergrad and it wasn't even law-related).
All of that did not pose difficulties in getting into law schools. I must have applied to about 20 schools that I thought were realistic choices based on my qualifications. Like what Maleah said--there are plenty of law schools in the U.S. Assuming you're staying in Florida, there are 11 accredited law schools to choose from. Granted, some schools are going to be a lot more competitive than others, but if you're wanting to practice locally, smaller local schools (e.g., FAMU Law in Central Florida, or FIU in South Fla) could still be excellent choices. They're easier to get into and you will still get a J.D. out of it.
My advice: try your best at the LSAT and aim to maintain a decent GPA. If you're able to get legal internships/part-time positions, go for it! But just know it's not crucial to have that sort of background prior to applying to law schools. It's probably hard to see this for yourself right now, but just take things one step at a time and you'll be fine. Good luck!