Some General Law School Questions

A number of you have emailed me questions related to actually breaking into law school. I have decided to answer the most common ones. Please understand that I've been receiving a lot of emails since I created this blog so unfortunately I cannot answer every single question! However, here are a few:


Q: Do I have to study political science, or english to be considered for law school?
A: Absolutely not! Law schools are in search of the best and brightest. Therefore, it is common for science and engineering students to get accepted. In fact, law schools actually seek those that will bring a difference to their community.


Q: Do I need a 4.0 GPA to attend a T14 law school?
A: For those that don't know what a T14 law school is, T14 means the "top fourteen" law schools based on annual rankings. The answer to this is no, but it should still be relatively high. This also depends what you are studying, as a 3.7 GPA in engineering is much more difficult than a 3.7 GPA in liberal arts.

Q: What's more important, my GPA or my LSAT?
A: Without a doubt, both of these are very important. However, a general rule of thumb is that they should be weighed equally. In fact, someone with a high GPA and low LSAT (or vice-versa) is known as a "splitter" in law school admissions terms. It is difficult for the faculty to decide on an acceptance or rejection in this case.

Q: When and how should I prepare for the LSAT?
A: As soon as possible! Register into LSAT study courses if you learn better that way... it will certainly help you in the long run. However, some people find that taking mach LSAT tests online is a good way to prepare. Always time yourself and record your score after every test. Make it as similar to the actual test as possible. Don't cheat, and use your time wisely.

Q: How do I become a personal injury lawyer?
A: If you wish to become an accident lawyer, you can attend any law school of your choosing. There is no specific law school for this type of practice. In law school you will learn all of the tips and tricks for dealing with motor vehicle accidents (or other types of injuries) and the claims that follow.

If there are any more questions, please email them to me, I'd be happy to answer!