why does law school suck?
350988
Because it's filled with miserable people who are obsessed with grades and hypercompetitive to a point that's sick.  The schools claim to be ethical, and make that a center focus, but what we're learning, and how people act, and the entire profession, in my opinion, is anything but. The schools insist on students being friendly and helping each other, but the entire culture is focused on "beating the other person".  If you ask me why I'm not going to be in a law firm, it's because it was not the reason I came to law school in the first place, but being here really solidified my feelings that MY GOD I don't want to spend the next 40 years with these people.\n\nIt also sucks because they put 17 years of learning into 4 months, and then put that into a 4 hour final, all so the teachers can have lots of vacation during the summer.  Do I sound bitter?  Constitutional Law final in Thursday. :(
697069
It's called a lawyer's office!!!  The answer to legal questions is not always black and white.  There is a reason that lawyers go to school for 3 or 4 years after undergrad.  You can't get easy answers in law!
183627
why do they need to be from Harvard yes it is prestigious but there are plenty of good lawyers who did not go there.  interview some lawyers and go the BAR ASSOCIATION and see if they have any complaints.  Also see what their track record is like.
525377
Wanna make it in law?  first learn how to swim...afterall, ALL lawyers are sharks!!
788788
Hi. I graduated from Arizona State University Law School in 5/05. I went to the University of Arizona in my undergrad with a high GPA of 3.8, and got a lower LSAT of 151. However, I was coming from a school instate and that I think helped me get into ASU. It is my understanding that it's getting harder to get into  many of the better (1st and 2nd tier) law schools, because there is just more applications.\nMy advice is to take a review course for the LSAT either from Princeton Review or Kaplan so you get a high score. Also, don't discount your letters of recommendation and personal statement. The schools do look at those!! They will also look at what work experience you've had, so fix up your resume or get some help with it from a professional. \nCheck out the law schools you're applying to and meet with admissions. Then at least they know your name. Also, don't put all your eggs in one basket and you have to expect that you might not get into everyone that you want. Finally, I believe networking is EVERYTHING. Talk to any lawyers or VIPS you know and ask them for help and to put a good word in. That stuff will come into play, whether or not the law school will admit it. \nIt's ALOT of hard work but worth it. Good luck!
201613
Our legal system is flawed from square one. An oath is given to uphold THE LAW. \n\nTRUTH and JUSTICE DON'T MATTER - ONLY GAMESMANSHIP, PROCEDURES and THE LAW.\n\nIs it any wonder that our system SUCKS so badly?
553548
Don't go to law school.  It is a waste of time, and it will be a living Hell waiting to find out if you passed the bar or not.  Mark my words.\n\nTHE ANSWER BELOW IS COMPLETE BS.  I'M SURE THEY "WAIVE TUITION FEES" IF YOU MAKE LESS THAN 60K.
54364
I am a lawyer.  The pros are that there are many areas of law (environmental, criminal, litigation, banking, etc.) and that the law degree opens many doors.  If you like to write, most lawyers write all day long and read lengthy legal documents.  You will earn a good salary.  But, it is a hard life.\n\nBefore I became a lawyer and even through law school, it was unclear as to what the actual practice is like.  I would suggest sitting in on a lawyer's typical day and asking yourself whether you would enjoy it.  \n\nMy typical day involves huge files of documents containing various court motions (motions to dismiss, motion for summary judgment, motion for extension of time, etc.).  Often, my job is to write a response or initiate a new legal argument.  You have to perform extensive research on old cases (precedent) and law so that you have a basis upon which to argue.  I sit at my desk for long hours, typing at a computer.  I have to bill each task I perform --  documented in 6 minute increments!  The pressure is intense, multiple cases must be handled deadlines monitored, and you have to keep a mental focus on material that is very dull.  Many days involve using various procedural rules and civil procedure.\n\nFollow up response:\n\nActually, being a lawyer will not really give you an ego boost.  Law school, in itself, deflates your self assessment of intelligence when you are publically slammed by an aggressive law professor.  Moreover, when writing legal documents, the intellect often is drowned in pure boilerplate and lack of innovation.  The part that makes me feel intelligent is working to create a new argument that is not typically proffered to a court but is, nonetheless, successful.
1006457
Civil law sucks no matter what state you are in.  It is boring and teadious reaserch.  You might try going to a few different search engines, typing in New York State Civil coeds, or even branch out into New York State post mortam law.  Get a veriaty of sources, because 3 sources might not have what you need, but the fourth one may have a case file refrence were the situation has been to court before.  It's all about the reaserch....I am devorced, but I kept my house, my cars, and I have custody oof my kid.  And I did it on my own without an attourny.  It's all about the research.  Good luck
74339
Law schools look for indications that you can do well in law school, and gpa and lsat scores are two major pieces of data that they use to make this judgement. So, your task is to raise both of these if you can. \n\nYour first move is to go to the law advisor at your college. Most have one in either the career center or the advising center, or there is a faculty member who does this job. Go over in some detail your grades and your lsat scores and see if you can figure out what to do.\n\nTwo suggestions for the low gpa: Take a double major, which will delay your graduation but will give you the opportunity to increase your gpa. But, you really have to make the commitment to get all As in your classes from now on or taking all the courses you want will not improve your gpa or your odds of law school.\n\nDid you prepare for the LSAT? Buy several preparation programs on disk and the diagnostic test and look up everything you got wrong, then take another practice test. Look up everything you got wrong. Take another...and another... until you do consistently well on the tests.\n\nFinally, do you know why you have low scores on both of these indicators? Does this mean that you should reconsider law school as a vocational choice? These are questions that you must ask yourself.
288684
Most of practicing law is research, and very few lawyers are actually trial lawyers.  If that's what you want to do, it may take some time after you get out of law school to work your way up, gain experience, and get more involved at trials.  The type of person who succeeds in law school is someone who can reason, argue, write well and most of all likes it!!  If it's your passion go for it with all you've got, and you'll succeed.
589875
You become the butt of some of the oldest jokes around.\n\nPeople always have a "quick legal question" for you even though they're not "asking for legal advice"\n\nYou suddenly become the legal expert on all issues, irrespective of whether they are in your area of practice.\n\nYou risk being perceived as just another ambulance chaser.\n\nLong, long, long hours at the office.\n\nAs a result of those hours, potentially damaging your family life.\n\nBut the fulfillment you get from a job well done, when someone thanks you for doing something which really makes a difference in their lives and the lives of others and which also has a positive impact on society in general, that my friend is priceless and makes up for anything bad which people can and do say about lawyers.
335096
bad idea. it is best to go to a law school that is accredited by the american bar association (ABA). This will help you not only find a good job as an attorney, but will also allow you to take the bar exam.  Going to law school is a great idea, but you must go to an ABA accredited school if you truly want to learn the law and have an easier time finding employment after you have gotten your J.D.  In addition, it is best to try to go to a law school that is first tier prior to going to a law school that is 2nd, 3rd or 4th tier.  The tier system in ranking law schools (see US News and World Report because they have the rankings for law schools) will determine even what firms will give you a shot. I attended a first tier law school accredited by the ABA and do not regret my decision. Best of luck searching for law schools and in your legal endeavors.
671549
Because it's helpful. I hated school with a passion, but I knew that if I didn't get good grades, that I wouldn't get a good job. That's why you always have to bust them books, no matter how much you hate school.
179299
the reason you hate it is because you don't understand it.  Get some extra help at school, or ask a friend to help you.
962144
I really like that one.  I hate lawyers.  They always screw you financially.  That was a good laugh from the belly.  Thank you!
605643
None.  School really sucked.