Deciding on Law School
The guide to analyzing whether law school is right for you.
Description
Every year, tens of thousands of individuals decide to enroll in law school. Should you join them? Before you drop six figures and come face-to-face with the Socratic Method, your new classmates, and countless nights in the library, join me as we analyze whether law school is right for you. We will take a deep dive into the decision by contemplating the various benefits and costs in obtaining a J.D. This course includes lectures on the following topics:
Module 1: Thoughts, Justifications, and Rationales
Module 2: Career Options and Current Market Conditions
Module 3: Costs and Debt
Module 4: Researching Law Schools
Module 5: Are You an Attractive Candidate?
Module 6: Concluding Thoughts and Next Steps
You will spend a little over four hours completing this course. Extra materials include my collection of the best resources that you can consult when thinking about this decision.
It can be stressful and confusing when you are thinking about attending law school. As a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Law School and a current associate at a corporate law firm, I have traveled down this road and understand the complexities in making this decision. Therefore, I invite you to take this course and discover the different factors you should consider in deciding whether law school is for you. Looking forward to seeing you at the first lecture!
What You Will Learn!
- Describe the most common reasons to attend law school.
- Think about how they will be able to afford law school.
- Understand current market conditions within the legal profession.
- Determine whether they are an attractive law school candidate.
- Understand the law school application process.
- Focus on the important factors when choosing a law school.
- Make a well-educated, thoughtful decision on whether law school is right for them.
Who Should Attend!
- This course is designed for any and all people who have thought or are thinking about attending law school.