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Applying to Law School

Applying to law school is the first important step toward building a career as an attorney. A law school application is composed of various documents. In general, you will need to submit Law School Admission Test (LSAT) scores, transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. You might also need to provide a Dean's Appraisal, resume, and addendum.

Make sure to have all of your material ready before applying to law school. Your LSAT scores and transcripts are quite important for law schools. Most law schools require two or three letters of recommendation. Request them from professors, employers, and supervisors who would say positive things about you. A Dean's Appraisal and resume are sometimes required, as well. You may also want to submit an addendum to explain weaknesses (for example, if your LSAT scores do not display your abilities).

It is wise to apply to at least eight or ten law schools. Applying to law schools can easily be done online. You can visit a law school's website to download an application or request that an application be mailed to you. Many law schools these days require that you send your application, along with all your material, thorough the Law School Data Assembly Service (LSDAS), which formulates a report and sends it to all of your chosen law schools. Most ABA (American Bar Association) schools require that you use this service that makes applying to law school easier than ever. Therefore, just before applying, purchase a 12-month LSDAS subscription.