Friday Links: Weird Law School Electives, Attending a Non-ABA Law School, and More!
Now that final exams are (hopefully) over it’s time to finish up the last of those law school applications. When you finally get to sit back and relax for the
Wishing everyone a relaxing Winter Break!
holidays, take a moment to catch up on a few of the top law school stories from the week:
Telling Your Story: A Well-Rounded Application (jdMission)
Mary Adkins shares some great advice on how to structure your law school application to best convey yourself as a well-rounded applicant.
Weigh the Benefits, Disadvantages of Attending a Non-ABA Law School (U.S. News Education)
This week U.S. News explains why a school without American Bar Association accreditation might be a good fit for some students.
Law School Regrets (Attorney at Work)
A law school graduate of 30 years reflects on his experience and says that he wishes he had made more friends in law school. He explains how friends are a good source of both information and clients.
Weird Electives at Law Schools Raise Questions (JD Journal)
Discussion in the news this week centered on specialized electives in law school. The debate continues whether schools should offer untraditional courses or stick to basic, mainstream classes.
Proper Care and Feeding for Your Law Student During the Holidays (Bitter Lawyer)
In honor of the holiday season, here’s a funny post from Bitter Lawyer about how to interact with law school students during Winter Break.