LSSSE study looks at the experiences of law students

December 16, 2024

ABA JOURNAL — Compared to 20 years ago, law students today are a more diverse group and more face student debt despite their career goals staying about the same, according to new research from Indiana University’s Center for Postsecondary Research.

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Opinion: Teenage law school graduates should not be admitted to the bar

December 16, 2024

THE HILL — Oliver Wendell Holmes, the great Supreme Court justice and legal scholar, sagely observed that “the life of the law has not been logic; it has been experience.” Unfortunately, the California Committee of Bar Examiners does not seem to have gotten the message. 

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Colonel James H. Kennedy III named dean of New England Law starting in 2025

December 16, 2024

NEW ENGLAND LAW — The Board of Trustees of New England Law | Boston has selected Colonel James H. Kennedy III to lead the institution as its next dean. Effective at the start of the spring semester in 2025, Colonel Kennedy will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer and dean, after having served as…

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Widener Delaware Law dean Todd Clark and Widener Commonwealth Law dean andre douglas pond cummings work together to advance their schools

December 16, 2024

WIDENER UNIVERSITY COMMONWEALTH LAW SCHOOL — The collaboration between Widener University Commonwealth Law School and Widener University Delaware Law School is reaching new heights, as Deans andré douglas pond cummings and Todd J. Clark work together to enhance their institutions’ profiles, foster mutual growth and belonging. 

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University of Colorado Law and University of Texas Law Animal Legal Defense Fund chapters recognized as student chapters of the year 

December 16, 2024

ANIMAL LEGAL DEFENSE FUND — Congratulations to the Animal Legal Defense Fund Student Chapter members at the University of Colorado Law School and the University of Texas School of Law for winning the 2024 Animal Legal Defense Fund Student Chapter of the Year Awards!

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Ohio University professor Larry Hayman honored by AALS Section on Pre-Law and Admission to Law School

December 16, 2024

OHIO TODAY — Ohio University’s Larry Hayman, Esq., will be honored with the Excellence in Pre-Law Advising Award during an award ceremony on Dec. 11.

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Charleston Law officially becomes a non-profit institution

December 16, 2024

CHARLESTON REGIONAL BUSINESS JOURNAL — The Charleston School of Law has become a 501(c)(3). Charleston Law officially filed an application last October with the American Bar Association’s Council on Legal Education and Admission to the Bar seeking acquiescence in the conversion from for-profit, according to a news release.

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Advice on looking for a summer associate job during the first year of law school

December 16, 2024

FLO RECRUIT — When starting your 1L year, the path to securing a summer internship can seem complex. For first-year law students (1Ls), strategizing for summer recruiting can unlock valuable experience, provide meaningful connections, and set you up for success for 2L recruiting and beyond.

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Mobile apps that LLM students can use to succeed in their career

December 16, 2024

LLM GUIDE — Daria Levina, who holds a Master’s degree and Ph.D, shares the tools she used to ensure she was staying on top of her studies and managing her time effectively.

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Advice on how students can overcome the anxiety of cold calling in law school classes

December 16, 2024

ABA — Reviewing your case notes thoroughly and anticipating possible questions can provide a solid foundation. To enhance this preparation, practicing with friends or colleagues—even holding mock classes can help simulate the pressure of a real cold call.

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