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How difficult is law school?

I just want to know how difficult law school is to prepare for it and to embrace what's coming.

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Edward’s Answer

There are so many details in the study of past cases that you will be tempted to memorize. Don't do that -- instead try to noodle out what the appellate judge was trying to achieve and what a judge would do today. That analysis takes much less time than memorization, leaving you time to analyze deeper.
Thank you comment icon very insightful - thanks! Kim Igleheart
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sharmela’s Answer

Hello Alexander: Any advanced course of study will require dedication and studying. Law school is no different. However, it is definitely manageable for most people. If you are interested in the area of study, your interest will make the work seem easier because you will enjoy learning about different aspects of the law, I would not say that law school is difficult but it is not "easy" either. If it is your passion, it is worth the effort. Best of luck whatever you decide.
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DENNIS’s Answer

Alex: Lawyers come in all shapes and sizes. Some have science backgrounds; some liberal arts. The most important thing for you to do to prepare is have good grades, keep your nose clean (out of trouble) and become active in your community. Remember, schools look at the total you - along with grades. Take a LSAT course to prepare you for the enterence test and then keep your fingers crossed. The better the score and the better the grades the better the schools you have a shot at. Once in it is a new adventure The study of law was a great experience. Alex, at this point just be true to yourself; take courses you enjoy and can get good grades in; have fun. Remember it is a long road. Enjoy the journey!
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Michael’s Answer

Law school is often considered to be one of the most challenging educational experiences. The coursework can be very demanding, and there is a lot of reading and writing involved. Additionally, law school often requires a great deal of time and energy, with many students putting in long hours studying and preparing for exams.

However, with dedication and hard work, many people are able to successfully complete law school and go on to have rewarding careers as lawyers. It is important to remember that everyone's experience in law school will be different, and success depends on a variety of factors such as study habits, time management skills, and personal motivation. Seeking out support from peers, professors, and career services can also be helpful in navigating the challenges of law school.
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Baljit’s Answer

Hi Alexander,
Law school prep is just as important as attending law school. The more you get good grades and work on your academia the better off you will be. You need to organize your time diligently so as to get it all done. There is a great deal of principles and laws you need to know before you graduate and take the bar exam. The reading seems to last forever but its definitely worth all the effort. Make friends with others in you class and you could be getting ideas from them; as well as getting to know your professors.
Thank you comment icon Thank you for taking the time to help. Alexander
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Job’s Answer

Law school was the hardest educational thing I had ever done for the first term, and I graduated top in my class at Stanford. After college I worked on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. I passed my brokerage certification at 21 and was the youngest broker on the exchange. After 2 years I quit, even though I was making close to a half a million dollars a year and went to law school.
My first term I got the first C I had ever gotten in a class and freaked out. Once I changed my study habits and understood what I needed to know I did much better. I focused on taxation and real estate.
I would say to form a good group of people for a study group, outline your daily reading materials and ask lots of questions so you truly understand what they are trying to teach you you will be fine.
Good luck with your adventures
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Seth’s Answer

The best advice I got was to stay focused. It’s not rocket science, but you’ll be dealing with large volumes of information and reading language more closely than you’ve ever read before.

Tune out as much noise as you can and focus on how each professor wants you to analyze a fact pattern (i.e., what are the specific questions they want you to be asking in response to a fact). This is what you’ll repeat back to them during the final exam. Good luck!

Seth recommends the following next steps:

Before law school - just relax so that you’ll be ready to gear up when the time comes.
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