Friday Links: Drop in Law School Applications, Hanging Out with Judges, New Law Schools and More!
Here are some of our favorite articles on legal education from the week. Happy Friday and Happy February!
Ms. JD’s Pre-Law Prep Guide: Selective Hearing: Weighing the Pros and Cons (Ms. JD)
Still trying to decide whether to attend law school? This week Ms. JD asks some thought-provoking questions to help you determine if law is the right path for you.
Law School Applications Crater (Above the Law)
The top news in the law school world this week is how applications are down 38% from 2010. Above the Law’s Elie Mystal has an interesting analysis on the matter.
Law Students Should Hang Out With Judges (Lawyerist)
Ever consider shadowing a trial court judge? Lawyerist explains why they will help you see how the law really works.
Guilty as Charged (The Economist)
A piece from the latest issue of The Economist argues how cheaper legal education and more liberal rules would benefit America’s lawyers and their clients.
Crop of New Law Schools Opens Amid a Lawyer Glut (The Wall Street Journal)
Despite the drop in law school applications, colleges and universities across the country are opening new law schools. Have a quick read to find out where.
Don’t see your favorite article here? Let us know what you read this week in the comments or tweet @manhattanLSAT.