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Gabrielle
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What are some of the best things to consider when applying to law school? #Fall25
What are steps I can take now to create a good foundation going in? How can I also begin to navigate the field I want to purpose post-graduation? #Fall25
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Baljit Gill
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Hi Gabrielle,
Congratulations on deciding to apply to law school! It's a big step, and you're off to a great start.
1. Choose schools that match your goals and values. Rankings can help guide you.
2. Ensure your financial aid is sorted out early.
3. Explore summer jobs, volunteer opportunities, or internships in law if you can.
4. Research which electives will benefit you the most.
5. Think about the area of law you want to specialize in.
6. Best of luck on this exciting journey! You can do it!
Congratulations on deciding to apply to law school! It's a big step, and you're off to a great start.
1. Choose schools that match your goals and values. Rankings can help guide you.
2. Ensure your financial aid is sorted out early.
3. Explore summer jobs, volunteer opportunities, or internships in law if you can.
4. Research which electives will benefit you the most.
5. Think about the area of law you want to specialize in.
6. Best of luck on this exciting journey! You can do it!
R S
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Steps to take “now” depends on how close you are to applying.
Assuming your hashtag “Fall25” means you want to start law school this fall, many things are already done:
Taken the LSAT
Applied to your law schools
Decided where you’d live during the school year, etc.
At this point, manage your expectations that your first year and first semester will be hard—it’s hard for everyone, no matter what school.
Ensure you put yourself in the best position possible, avoiding distractions. Law school tuition is no joke—take it seriously and avoid distractions.
Plan to be a summer intern in a law firm or government office in a field you might want a job in. These internships are your foot in the door. Don’t wait until 3L to begin thinking of where you want to work. You’ve heard stories of jobless attorneys? Those are the ones who fail to plan.
Overall, plan to work hard and have fun. This is a big chapter in your life and, like everything else, enjoy it.
Assuming your hashtag “Fall25” means you want to start law school this fall, many things are already done:
Taken the LSAT
Applied to your law schools
Decided where you’d live during the school year, etc.
At this point, manage your expectations that your first year and first semester will be hard—it’s hard for everyone, no matter what school.
Ensure you put yourself in the best position possible, avoiding distractions. Law school tuition is no joke—take it seriously and avoid distractions.
Plan to be a summer intern in a law firm or government office in a field you might want a job in. These internships are your foot in the door. Don’t wait until 3L to begin thinking of where you want to work. You’ve heard stories of jobless attorneys? Those are the ones who fail to plan.
Overall, plan to work hard and have fun. This is a big chapter in your life and, like everything else, enjoy it.
DENNIS BREEN
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Hi Gabrielle: When applying to law school there are a number of things to look at. 1) Cost. Law school can be expensive. You want to make sure you are not saddled with debt when you get out. 2) Location. If you want to practice in New Jersey then look there. 3) Fun. Law school is very hard. However it was a great experience.
Rutgers is a great choice in NJ, Seaton Hall is equally as good. I went to the University of Dayton in Ohio and practiced law in NYC for 39 years. So LSAT scores and grades come into the mix when figuring out where to go.
Frankly, I like Rutgers - in downtown Newark, great library and close to transportation. I had to work going through school. Jobs are nearby in Rutgers and an easy hop into NYC.
Good luck with your selection.
Rutgers is a great choice in NJ, Seaton Hall is equally as good. I went to the University of Dayton in Ohio and practiced law in NYC for 39 years. So LSAT scores and grades come into the mix when figuring out where to go.
Frankly, I like Rutgers - in downtown Newark, great library and close to transportation. I had to work going through school. Jobs are nearby in Rutgers and an easy hop into NYC.
Good luck with your selection.