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August 16, 2021

Should You Add a Conclusion to Your Law School Personal Statement?

Should You Add a Conclusion to Your Law School Application Personal Statement?

Often times our admissions consultants help students trim the fat off of personal statements. We understand! You have a lot you want to say to a school and minimal space to include everything. It's a tough job, especially when every achievement you include seems impossible to take out. When it's almost ready to submit, a lot of students ask whether or not it should have a conclusion. Here are a few reasons of why you probably don't need … [Read more...]

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December 14, 2020

Law School Personal Statements: The Drafting is Never Done

Law School Personal Statements: The Drafting is Never Done

At this time of year, many students are trying to write their personal statements. It can be incredibly tough, so don’t give up! Over the years I’ve read thousands of personal statement drafts, and I want to share one of the most important tips: When you think your draft is final, it’s not. That may seem overly harsh, so let me explain.The Goal is Perfection, and Perfection Takes Time I get it: writing about yourself is no fun and feels … [Read more...]

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December 10, 2020

Writing Your Personal Statement, Part 10, Don’t Be Afraid

Personal Statement 10, Don't Be Afraid

Although all components of a law school application are important, the most important one is the personal statement. To that end, this series explains some of the pivotal points you should keep in mind as you prepare to write your law school application personal statement. This is a 10-part series that will help get you from starting to finishing your personal statement. Don't Be Afraid Well, we're at the conclusion of this 10-part series on … [Read more...]

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December 8, 2020

Writing Your Personal Statement, Part 9: Proof

Personal Statement 09, Proof

Although all components of a law school application are important, the most important one is the personal statement. To that end, this series explains some of the pivotal points you should keep in mind as you prepare to write your law school application personal statement. This is a 10-part series that will help get you from starting to finishing your personal statement. Proof Once you self-edit and have others read and give feedback on your … [Read more...]

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December 3, 2020

Writing Your Personal Statement, Part 8: Involve Others

Personal Statement 08, Involve Others

Although all components of a law school application are important, the most important one is the personal statement. To that end, this series explains some of the pivotal points you should keep in mind as you prepare to write your law school application personal statement. This is a 10-part series that will help get you from starting to finishing your personal statement. Involve Others We get it, it can be really hard to show your writing (be … [Read more...]

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December 1, 2020

Writing Your Personal Statement, Part 7: Edit

Personal Statement 07, Edit

Although all components of a law school application are important, the most important one is the personal statement. To that end, this series explains some of the pivotal points you should keep in mind as you prepare to write your law school application personal statement. This is a 10-part series that will help get you from starting to finishing your personal statement. Edit Once you have your first draft and a break under your belt, it's time … [Read more...]

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November 27, 2020

Writing Your Personal Statement, Part 6: Step Away

Personal Statement 06, Step Away

Although all components of a law school application are important, the most important one is the personal statement. To that end, this series explains some of the pivotal points you should keep in mind as you prepare to write your law school application personal statement. This is a 10-part series that will help get you from starting to finishing your personal statement. Step Away The most important part of writing a personal statement is, … [Read more...]

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November 24, 2020

Writing Your Personal Statement, Part 5: Embrace Variety

Personal Statement 05, Embrace Variety

Although all components of a law school application are important, the most important one is the personal statement. To that end, this series explains some of the pivotal points you should keep in mind as you prepare to write your law school application personal statement. This is a 10-part series that will help get you from starting to finishing your personal statement. Embrace Variety Variety is the spice of life. As it turns out, it's also … [Read more...]

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November 19, 2020

Writing Your Personal Statement, Part 4: Get Specific

Personal Statement 04, Get Specific

 Although all components of a law school application are important, the most important one is the personal statement. To that end, this series explains some of the pivotal points you should keep in mind as you prepare to write your law school application personal statement. This is a 10-part series that will help get you from starting to finishing your personal statement. Get Specific A personal statement is only as powerful as the … [Read more...]

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November 18, 2020

Secrets of the Law School Admissions Process Webinar with Dave Killoran

Secrets of the Law School Admissions Process Webinar with Dave Killoran

On November 17th, 2020 Dave Killoran hosted a special law school admissions webinar aimed to dispel common misconceptions about the application process and how those misconceptions often lead to students submitting subpar applications. Dave covered the major elements – including personal statements, GPA, recommendations, and more – and gave clarity on how to make each aspect shine as bright as possible. Discussions also took place on how to … [Read more...]

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November 17, 2020

Writing Your Personal Statement, Part 3: Get Personal

Personal Statement 03, Get Personal

Although all components of a law school application are important, the most important one is the personal statement. To that end, this series explains some of the pivotal points you should keep in mind as you prepare to write your law school application personal statement. This is a 10-part series that will help get you from starting to finishing your personal statement. Get Personal In this third installment of our Writing Your Personal … [Read more...]

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November 12, 2020

Writing Your Personal Statement, Part 2: Plan It Out

Personal Statement 02, Plan It Out

Although all components of a law school application are important, the most important one is the personal statement. To that end, this series explains some of the pivotal points you should keep in mind as you prepare to write your law school application personal statement. This is a 10-part series that will help get you from starting to finishing your personal statement. Plan It Out In this second installment of our Writing Your Personal … [Read more...]

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November 10, 2020

Writing Your Personal Statement Part 1: Take Your Time

Personal Statement 01, Take Your Time

Although all components of a law school application are important, the most important one is the personal statement. To that end, this series explains some of the pivotal points you should keep in mind as you prepare to write your law school application personal statement. This is a 10-part series that will help get you from starting to finishing your personal statement. Personal Statement Timeline Let's start off with something most law school … [Read more...]

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August 10, 2020

Quick Tips: Crafting a Top-Notch Personal Statement

Quick Tips for Crafting a Top-Notch Personal Statement

Apart from your LSAT and undergraduate GPA, the personal statement is certainly the most important aspect of your law school application. It's the one part of your file that is solely you. It's your voice, your experiences, your story, told in your words. Every day, as we help students put together exceptional applications as part of our law school admissions consulting programs. Here are some tidbits of personal statement wisdom that we hope … [Read more...]

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