The statistics overwhelmingly point to the fact that the average law school student not only graduates with a shiny JD, but often a small mortgage-sized student loan balance. Law School Student Loan Warning discusses the perils of diving into law school or any other graduate degree when a significant portion of your financial backing comes from student loans, but for ... Read More »
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Law School Attendance: Do Your Research!
So you’re thinking about law school. Unsatisfied with your current circumstances or perhaps simply chasing a childhood dream, law school has popped onto your radar. You find little fault with the option and even find yourself pretty excited at the prospect of graduating with a law degree. After all, being a lawyer is quite prestigious. The profession is right up ... Read More »
The JD Degree Disadvantage: No-Only JDs Need Apply
One of the most common claims in advertisements contained in law school brochures and related information packets aimed at prospective law students praises the worth of the standalone JD degree. With the JD, the claim goes, law graduates come out of law school killing two birds with one stone: not only will they be equipped for practice in the legal ... Read More »
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Practice Advice: Keeping Sight of the Big Picture
When you are beginning your journey as a new lawyer, many things may seem overwhelming. ... Read More »
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Accurate Self-Perception vs. Special Snowflake Syndrome
Have you ever heard of participation awards? The removal of the terms winners and losers ... Read More »
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Attending Law School: Pre-Law Questionnaire
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Law Practice: Perception vs. Reality
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Law School Attendance: Do Your Research!
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Law School Job Search Strategy: Don’t be a Picky 3L (Chapter 2)
“Beggars can’t be choosers!” – said everybody. This quote is particularly relevant to 3L students ... Read More »
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Law School Exam Performance: The Hidden Reality
It is no secret that law school exams generally consist of only one grade: the ... Read More »
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IBR + PAYE: Frequently Asked Questions
To supplement the Student Loan Repayment: IBR and PAYE article, which describes the general basics ... Read More » -
The Law School Student Loan Warning
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Student Loans: Income Based Repayment (IBR) and Pay As You Earn (PAYE)