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YNAIJA – “[O]ver the years, there has been a torrent of accusations and complaints concerning the marking scheme and grading system of the NLS.”
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BROWN DAILY HERALD – Some universities have utilized their law school resources to provide legal representation for undocumented students.
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U.S. NEWS – Here are three tips to help wait-listed prospective law students evaluate their enrollment options and make the best decision for them.
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ABA JOURNAL – Dirkx’s role might be new to many in the legal field, his path is becoming more common thanks to BigLaw’s increasing acceptance of solution architecture.
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ABA JOURNAL – A law firm that allows lawyers to work from home and keep 80 percent of their billings is attracting talent from larger law firms.
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LANE REPORT – Colin Crawford has been named dean of the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, effective Jan. 1, 2018.
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SUFFOLK JOURNAL – The law school has an immigration clinic that offers weekly seminars to prepare students for immigrant representation.
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TEMPLE NEWS – To Gregory Mandel, the Beasley School of Law already has a strong regional reputation, but as the newly appointed dean, he wants to extend this reputation around the world.
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