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Welcome to our new and growing Kaplan LSAT Prep Student Community! ✨ We are thrilled to have you as a member. As you embark on your career in the legal field and prepare for your LSAT test, you'll have a built-in support network to help you along the way. Our community is made up of fellow pre-law students, LSAT experts,…
When decision letters start rolling in, it is easy to lump rejections and waitlists into the same emotional category. However, strategically, they could not be more different. Understanding the Difference Rejection: A hard rejection is a closed door for the current cycle. Law schools almost never entertain appeals or…
Finding "Logic Land" & Following the Family Business I was an Applied Math major who transitioned to English Literature and then became a creative writer, so the combination of mental creativity within defined rules that goes into logical reasoning makes the logic land of the LSAT my happy place. While I wanted to attend…
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Rolling admissions means a law school evaluates applications and sends out acceptance offers as they arrive, rather than waiting for a single, hard deadline to review everyone at once. Think of the entering class as a empty vessel that starts filling up the moment the application portal opens in early fall. At that point,…
Finding Success on the LSAT (Through Real Work) I have never been a great standardized test taker, and when I took my first practice LSAT, if was not pretty. However, I enrolled in a course and really prioritized studying. It took some trial and error, but ultimately I was able to find success on the test. I do believe…
If you are thinking about majoring in Legal Studies or shelling out cash for a paralegal certificate just to impress law school admissions committees, let me save you some time and money right now: it may not be worth it. So many pre-law students fall into the trap of thinking they need "law-sounding" credentials on their…
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Hey everyone! I’m excited to share a bit about my 25-year legal career, my perspective on law school admissions, and how I like to spend my time outside of helping pre-law students reach their goals. A Spark from a Law Professor (and a 25-Year Career) My uncle was a law professor at the University of Michigan and, growing…
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What is a Lawyer? Lawyers (also called attorneys) act as advocates and advisors in the legal system. They represent individuals, businesses, and government agencies in legal proceedings and disputes. Their work involves interpreting laws, rulings, and regulations to provide counsel, drafting formal legal documents, and…
What is a Legal Assistant? Legal Assistants (also known as Paralegals) are essential professionals who perform substantive legal work under the supervision of a licensed attorney. They conduct legal research, draft legal documents (such as pleadings, motions, and briefs), prepare for trials, interview clients and…
What is a Judge? Judges preside over court proceedings, interpret and apply the law, and ultimately resolve legal disputes in civil, criminal, and administrative settings. They are responsible for ensuring that trials and hearings are conducted fairly, protecting the rights of all parties, ruling on the admissibility of…
What is an Arbitrator?Arbitrators are professionals who resolve disputes between two or more parties outside of a courtroom. They listen to the arguments and evidence from each side and make a binding or non-binding decision. This role is a key part of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), offering a faster, more private,…