Best Law Schools in America

The best law schools in America comprise what are called the T14. Learn which law schools are in this elite category, and the advantages and disadvantages of attending one.
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Today I want to discuss the best law schools in America. In America, the elite law schools have become known as the Top 14, or T14. In alphabetical order they are: Berkeley, Chicago, Columbia, Cornell, Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Michigan, New York University, Northwestern, Stanford, University of Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Yale.
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[@Learnlawbetter]

Many law firms only hire from the elite law schools. The person who graduated dead last at Yale will be better off than the top graduate at many lower ranked law schools. That being said, when I was on the faculty hiring committee I looked at top graduates, without regard to law school rank. I recognize the amazing feat it it to graduate at the top of a class at any law school.

[@Learnlawbetter]

As to your second question on local law schools, it all depends on how strong the alumni network is and the type of practice you want to get into. For example, in a large city like Chicago, there are firms that primarily look for University of Chicago graduates and not those from DePaul. Or in a smaller city like Raleigh, with only one law school, the large firms are likely to favor the more prestigious law schools over the one Raleigh law school.

[@Learnlawbetter]

The ABA accreditation rules require law schools to admit underrepresented minorities. Unfortunately, there are not enough candidates applying to law schools with high scores. So what we have is a trickle down problem. For example, a student with a score good enough to get into Washington and Lee Law School gets admitted to a T14 because of his status. This creates a problem for Washington and Lee, who now has to admit a lower qualified student, who had the scores to get into Seattle Law School. Seattle Law School now has to dip lower, creating a problem for the lower ranked law schools. So to answer your question, one’s status as an underrepresented minority is a factor in getting into the T14 and every other law school. Though in the vast majority of law schools their numbers do not reflect the percentage of the general population. Not enough minorities that can get top scores are choosing law school as a career path.

[@AirborneGreen]

Right now I’m working in Military Justice as a paralegal on active duty Army while working on my associates online. I’m just maintaining my grades, as well as making connections for letters of recommendation down the line when I apply to law school. I plan to use the G.I. bill on law school as well.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Thank you for your service, and hope you meet your goal.

[@ChiefsFanInSC]

I graduated from college in 1991 and could have gone to Washington University law school. However, I was scared away by the cost and decided to go to work for the family business. Thirty three years later, that was a bad decision. The cost back in the early 90's would be a bargain today and any student loans would have long sense been paid off. I was also greedy because after four years of being a poor undergrad, I had a well paying job. My advise to young college grads is to focus on the long game and don't focus on what your financial situation will be the day you get out of law or medical school, but focus on what it will be like when you are between 35 to 55 and in your earnings prime. By the way, I eventually went back to night school for my MBA and have done very well in my career.

[@daflamethrower441]

Starting my law study in Ireland in two years time. We're doing an exchange to Penn law school, I can't wait.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Hope you have a great time in the US. The legal systems are similar, though legal instruction is different.

[@bothi00]

UCD UCC or Trinity if I may ask?

[@zamoralogan3616]

Law schools in US are too expensive😂 so I decided to go to law school in Canada.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Congratulations. I have about a dozen Canadians at my law school in the United States.

[@korro5870]

Learn Law Better Hi. Do you have any email address . I need additional information on how I can be able to get into any Law school in the US.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Each law school provides its admissions standards. It basically comes down to LSAT score and GPA. You can get much of that information on the US News and World Report law school ranking site.

[@virginiapeter6296]

Score plzz

[@Irisicaaa]

T14 are great! But do not count out some VERY STRONG schools outside of that. UCLA, Notre Dame, Vanderbilt, Boston University, George Washington, Fordham

[@JuanCastro-fr3bu]

RBG did start at Harvard but graduated from COLUMBIA.

[@Learnlawbetter]

She didn't like Boston much and wanted to return to NY. She obviously would have succeeded wherever she went to law school.

[@TXCTellsAll]

I would day that someone's view of the best law school can be subjective. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at my law school, made life long friendships, connected with professors who cared about my future and landed post law school clerkship in one of the most competitive jurisdictions in the country and permanent job thereafter working from home.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Excellent comment! Too many people think that there is an "ideal" law school. Plenty of successful and happy lawyers that didn't end up at Yale.

[@rf3722]

My mom went to University of Miami Law. She loved it.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Miami is a fine law school. My great uncle graduated from there, and I’ve met some great attorneys who went to Miami.

[@bella-it5bg]

I’m only 12 but I’m very passionate about law, there isn’t enough education on law for kids my age.

[@bella-it5bg]

Catarina Ramirez thank you! my school doesn’t rly have a program but I’m moving to a bigger school soon :)

[@WideDad]

Hi Beau! I recently found your channel and have been binge watching your videos as they have been giving me a better understanding of law school. My question is, is it advisable to take a year off after undergrad to get work/internship/lsat-prep experience in before trying to get into law school? I have seen alot of mixed opinions on this and I couldn't find a video you might have made about it. I've been told some law schools look for time off after undergrad, and getting your advice would be great.

[@Learnlawbetter]

The brain doesn’t fully develop until age 25. I’ve noticed that slightly older students are a bit more disciplined than the K-JD students. Also gives you some more perspective. And thanks for watching-wish you well.

[@alejandrojuarez-rea4899]

UVA Alumni 🙌🏻

[@Learnlawbetter]

For those who don’t know, the UVA law school has a baseball team.

[@franciscocasillas6824]

I currently live in Houston, TX; cN you give an input about the University of Houston Law School? And what other schools would you recommend to look at that are outside the t14?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Here is a link to law school rankings: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGKthKqEnsZkh68 Think of law school rankings in bands, not in absolute terms.

[@Mani-on3om]

I'm currently a sophomore in high school and recently I was inspired to become a lawyer for legal cases pertaining to violence and unfair situations. I messed up bad by not taking the beginning of high school seriously and my GPA was hurt the same way. I've now improved it slightly and its sitting at a 3.5 but I don't know if I'll have time to correct what I did and get into a Top 14 school. Has anyone in a certain situation been accepted or seen stories of such, Im very determined and will try what I can do. Please help and thank you!

[@Learnlawbetter]

In the United States you first need a college degree before going to law school. So work hard and try to get as many top grades as possible.

[@KevinGDividend]

Any advantages about being military veteran and going to law school ???

[@Learnlawbetter]

The best advantage I’ve noticed is discipline.

[@hannahmarie3275]

I wanted to go to Howard Law School because it is a HBCU / deep history with civil rights.It is still in my top list.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Going to a law school with a certain demographic, like a HBCU or religious school, can be useful. But if you have the grades to get into an elite law school, you will likely be better off in the long run.

[@hannahmarie3275]

@@Learnlawbetter Will definitely keep this in mind when it is time for me to apply! Thank you.

[@yjjung5391]

Does where you go for *undergrad* also matter for "wow factor", "alumni network", "upward mobility" and etc. as you mentioned? (Providing they all got into one in T14) For instance, Is it no brainer to choose GWU over UCLA or Cal as undergrad institution for people who want to work in the east coast or have a government position? Thank you for your postings, professor! :-)

[@Learnlawbetter]

It depends on the undergraduate institution. Some have strong alumni networks and others don’t. Also, going to an elite undergraduate institution will help a bit.

[@LazerC4]

What are the higher paying fields of law? Civil litigation? Anything other than working at a big firm come to mind?

[@Learnlawbetter]

You can try to work for a boutique law firm--they specialize in narrow areas of law. But you usually need to get some experience first.

[@void7799]

I’m a junior at Penn State University majoring in economics and have held a 3.8 gpa so far. Do you think I could get into a t14 if I kept this up? I could probably score 168+ on the LSAT, but I’m concerned my gpa isn’t top notch.

[@Learnlawbetter]

With a high enough LSAT, you can get into a T14. Start preparing early and keep working on improving your score. You might want to check out the free LSAT prep course on Khan Academy.

[@geralddyson8373]

I would think Vanderbilt is of the same quality as a T14 even if it’s ranked just outside that range.

[@Learnlawbetter]

You’ll find that most law schools have the same quality legal education. Actually, some lower ranked law schools have a better program of legal education. Rankings, ultimately, are based on perception. That perception attracts more employers, perpetuating the ranking system.

[@johnberger5539]

Our daughter is now in 3L at one of the T14. She is on Law Review and among the top students in her class. She applied 3 years ago to all of the T14, was accepted into 12, was rejected by one and wait listed by another. She received a minimum of 50% in academic scholarship from all 12 who accepted her. She scored in the 99th percentile in her first attempt at the LSATs. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Connecticut College, won the academic prizes in both Economics and Political Science, was the captain of both the school's Figure Skating and Downhill Skiing teams, and was elected Chairman of the School's Honor Council. She spent her Junior semester abroad at Oxford University only 1 of 14 so accepted from the U.S. Following graduation, she received 5 offers from the top corporate legal firms in the U.S. including Cravath, Swaine & Moore, the #1 ranked law firm in the world, Sullivan & Cromwell (#4) and Sidley Austin (#11) and accepted Cravath's offer after being informed she was their #1 recruit in the nation. She worked at Cravath for 2 years, then applied to the T14 and accepted admittance into one where she now resides. She has already had offers from some of the top corporate law firms and has accepted one from Jenner & Block in Chicago.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Congratulations! You must be very proud of her.

[@metagrossjr87]

Thanks for the video! I am almost finished my first year at university and will start my sophomore year in September. I’m not 100% set in my path to law school but it’s definitely the top choice right now. Is there anything I can do now besides trying to get top grades for my gpa? Any reading of literature I can do to become more well-read or improve my future LSAT score? Thanks!

[@jessecopman6966]

You in Law School now? Or a different path?

[@kenperlman2204]

Yeah those 14 do it. Add Columbia and Chicago to the top 3. And you have the top tier.

[@dmvsportszone99]

True.

[@jaskez01]

Hi! I'm from Uzbekistan and i want become Lawyer in America, What should I do? Could you help me? Pls

[@nucularmechanic9623]

Sadly, what is sorely lacking in the discussion of "best" law schools is the quality of the education you'll receive there. How are the professors as teachers? Will you learn practical skills? Not a lawyer or law student, so grain of salt and all. My issue with my field (engineering) is that, even at top school, there is a tendency to value prestige over actual quality of education. As an engineer, this shows up most often in that we have to teach new employees, just out of college, how to write. So my question is, will T14 schools actually teach me to be a better equipped, more skilled lawyer?

[@Learnlawbetter]

It depends on the T-14 and the path a student takes in law school. All elite law schools value faculty scholarship over teaching, so learning is hit-or-miss in any course you take. To compensate for this, I recommend getting into a law school clinic, where you can learn practical skills.

[@doki_jones]

Hi! Just want to ask if why do JD's wear a doctorate regalia?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Each law school decides on its regalia. The doctorate regalia is generally used because the JD is a professional doctorate.

[@margaretkaren89]

What about American University Washington College of Law ? I am considering doing LLM there to be admitted to NY bar exam. Is it a good choice? Has anybody had experience with this law school? Is this program useful for preparing to the NY bar exam?

[@Learnlawbetter]

American University is a great law school. But LLM programs aren’t generally designed to prepare someone for the bar exam. You will need to sign up for a bar prep course before taking the bar exam.

[@margaretkaren89]

@@Learnlawbetter Thank you for your prompt reply. I will do it for sure- I have read about BARBRI that they have good online courses.

[@neilgoodman2885]

WOW! Do the concepts of eviction or beyond a reasonable doubt, or holder in due course or real vs personal property or subpoena differ anywhere in the world? Of course not. It matters who you know and with whom you study. It also matters that you have brick and mortar PLACES to practice moot court and argumentation and what evidence is and isn't and deadlines and clinical experience means. With Respect, Counselor, NHG, BBA, MBA, Legal Assistant Certificate (LAC), almost Ph.D. in Criminology, Deviant Behavior, and Organization Analysis.

[@sarahmajdi4868]

Hello How much should the GPA be for university (is it important over the 90 or a certain rate) to get a scholarship to study the Master of Laws at Harvard or Yale and what are the admission requirements

[@Learnlawbetter]

Law schools don’t report their LLM admissions criteria. But for a school like Harvard, I would assume you need to be in the top 10% Also, scholarships are much rarer for the LLM than for the JD.

[@sarahmajdi4868]

In fact, I expect 3.94 out of 4 of these indicators will graduate so far and I want to know how to apply to Harvard or Yale, and do I have an opportunity to accept this rate ?! All videos are great and very useful, thank you

[@Learnlawbetter]

@@sarahmajdi4868 If you go to their website, they will have information on their criteria. In addition to your GPA, they might want you to take the TOEFL. Finally, keep in mind that scholarships are fairly rare at the LLM level in the US. This is because universities use the funds from LLM students to fund their JD programs.

[@lucasv1069]

I’m conflicted between attending Mizzou in Missouri or WashU to pursue a law degree. I believe WashU is ranked 18th and Mizzou is in the 50’s. WashU is nearly 3 times as expensive. I was looking for some input on if the difference of prestige would be worth the difference in cost?

[@Learnlawbetter]

There isn't an easy answer to your question. From a return on investment, there are some things we don't know. One, what area of law you will want to go into after graduation. Two, your interviewing and networking skills. And three, your class rank. If you want to go into a larger law firm and you are at the top of your class at WashU, you will have more opportunities around the country. But at the top of you class at Missouri, you will be fine too. Given the continued legal recession, maybe cost should play a significant role in your decision.

[@lucasv1069]

Thank you, I appreciate the fast response.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Hope you enjoy law school-it is a rewarding experience.

[@Sarah-vn7zx]

Hi there! Thank you for your video! I was wondering, in my case, I was a completely different major my first year of my undergrad and failed a calculus class which lowered my gpa significantly. I changed majors and maintained a 3.7 average in my degree. My overall has only been able to go up to a 3.3 unfortunately. Should I bother applying to schools whose gpa’s are higher than a 3.3 (or 3.5+)? Also, how would you presume law schools would look at my case in terms of my overall gpa being lower but my grades for the last 3 years being A’s and A-‘s? Thank you so much for your videos. I appreciate the time and effort you have put into making the law school selection process more clear in many different ways for students!

[@Learnlawbetter]

They will likely only look at the overall GPA. Though in a tiebreaker situation with a few candidates, they might notice the higher grades. Focus on getting a better LSAT score.

[@Sarah-vn7zx]

@@Learnlawbetter thank you!

[@hockeyguy515]

Is Notre Dame’s Law School elite? Where does it rank?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Notre Dame has a well-respected program. But it isn’t in the top 14.

[@eliabalin4804]

Thanks a lot for the video! Can I get into law school in US to JD, if I've got LLB (undergraduate) from Pantheon-Sorbonne University in France. (if I did pass LSAT and did transcript GPA, and passed of course TOEFL language exam)

[@Learnlawbetter]

Yes. Most European college 3 year degrees qualify as equivalent to a 4 year US college degree.

[@eliabalin4804]

@@Learnlawbetter Thank you a lot!

[@nickguarino7592]

In your experience, does graduating from a top law school potentially make up for attending a low ranking school during undergrad? Or do firms/employers typically not even care about where you went for undergrad?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Most employers could care less about where you went to college--if you graduate at the top of your class at Harvard, you'll get a great job. I went to an unranked college, got into an elite law school, and doors opened up.

[@Pokemonfan6290]

Sir please tell me that corporate counsel or in house counsel required to give bar exam for work in a private company.

[@villiamdantas]

Hi! Beau Baez, what about BYU University? Can you somethings about its law school?

[@Learnlawbetter]

BYU, like most other law schools, is a good law school. You should find that BYU graduates get jobs regionally and nationally.

[@villiamdantas]

@@Learnlawbetter thank you. Beau Baez, your act of responding my questions made me fell that you are a reliable and responsable person.

[@villiamdantas]

@@Learnlawbetter thanks from Brazil

[@ivysingh5672]

What law school is better for an LLM, if you had to choose from Northwestern and Cornell?

[@tabasumrafiqa8033]

Are INTERNATIONAL comparative law subjects taught in these schools ?

[@Learnlawbetter]

The larger the law school the more likely they have comparative law classes. But I don’t know for sure as to what courses these schools offer-it would be on their websites.

[@ktyneisha79]

Do you know about Liberty University Law department?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Liberty’s law school has been doing very well in Bar passage. Recently they were rated in the top 10 in the nation in this important metric.

[@meritanebeausejour461]

I've been thinking about either I should go to law school or not because I'm a non English speaker. I have a bachelor degree in law in Haiti. What advise would you give me please? How successful are the non English speaker lawyers according to your experience? I'm really concerned about this English language. Thank you for your time and consideration.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Great question! The answer is: it depends. I had three non-native English speakers in my class last semester and they did great. But other years, non-native speakers have flunked. It really comes down to your level of proficiency. And keep in mind, that law school exams require you to write an essay under timed conditions. You have to be able to read and then write under those conditions.

[@meritanebeausejour461]

@@Learnlawbetter Thank you so much for your responsiveness and your truthfulness; I really appreciate that.

[@nicolas8736]

Washington University in Saint-Louis opinion? I am looking for the LLM in taxation

[@Learnlawbetter]

My recommendation is always the top 3. I’m not sure how much an LLM from one of the programs will help. Washington University is a great law school, so the name should open doors.

[@nicolas8736]

@@Learnlawbetter perfect thank you ! The only thing is that the ranking for their LLM in tax is not good as the rainking of the law school in general!

[@davidoh2318]

Hi Professor Baez, It was during my attempt to gain fluency in note taking almost two years ago when I was introduced to your channel. It has been a while and I find your commitment and passion to this day in helping law students to be admirable! I wanted to seek your guidance in my situation: If I obtained a 178-180 on LSAT and have the below conditions, how likely can I go to the Harvard Law School? Facts: - I am an Asian Male, 33 years old. - I graduated from my university in 2013. - GPA is 3.11 (LSAC is identical). I learned that the admission committee's main focus is on the two numbers, namely, the GPA and the LSAT. I really would like to know how much weight my GPA would carry given that I graduated 9 years ago. I have been growingly becoming passionate with the law and have been researching ways to receive an education in my dream school surrounded by like-minded peers. Your opinion will be appreciated! Thank you. David

[@Learnlawbetter]

The top few law schools, including Harvard, look at more than just LSAT and GPA. They are looking for leadership potential and other factors. Even students with the highest GPA and LSAT scores don't always get it. I would spend some time learning how to write the type of personal statement they want at Harvard. Maybe hire a law school admissions consultant.

[@davidoh2318]

Thank you for your reply professor Baez! I will brainstorm topics for the personal statement and consider consultancies!

[@Meandaddy]

Good points... I wonder how many public defenders are T3 grads...

[@miraglydldeasis5882]

Are you familiar with University of Wisconsin- Madison law school? Any thoughts?

[@Learnlawbetter]

It’s an ABA accredited law schools. You will find the curriculum at almost every law school is identical. One advantage for both Wisconsin law schools is that you don’t have to take the bar exam after graduation.

[@miraglydldeasis5882]

@@Learnlawbetter i’m still confused with how the system works there. I’m not aware that there are schools that no longer in need of bar exam. I’m from the Philippines by the way thats why i’m not really familiar with it. Thank you so much for answering! ❤️

[@Learnlawbetter]

Almost every law school in the United States is accredited by the American Bar Association. Graduating from an ABA accredited law schools allows you to sit for the bar exam anywhere in the US.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Only Wisconsin has the “diploma privilege,” where graduating from a law school in Wisconsin allows you to automatically become a lawyer.

[@miraglydldeasis5882]

@@Learnlawbetter ohhh. Wow. Sounds nice!! Thank you so much!! Great help! 😁

[@kerryhill9749]

salve Beau, what about the uk ?

[@drkknght6420]

Are Mcghill and the university of Toronto comparable to t14 law schools ?

[@JasonGafar]

No.

[@atiamanzer7670]

I'm master's in international relations from pakistan I'm now in Chicago really want to have addmisssion in low School but i have confusion wil I need to go for master's again in Chicago university after that I wil have addmisssion in law schools or I can get directly addmisssion in low School?

[@Learnlawbetter]

It depends on your undergraduate degree. If the law school recognizes it as equivalent to a US undergraduate degree you’ll be fine. But you need to work on your writing skills because law school tests are all essay exams.

[@atiamanzer7670]

That's true I really need work on it to get addmisssion in law school

[@jaydees9467]

I’m trying to get into Howard law

[@Learnlawbetter]

Hope you make it.

[@rehabhussein2161]

First of all, thank you sooooo much for your efforts,then I really need your help to answer this question I am an Egyptian student at faculty of law in Egypt, And I know that to become an attorney in usa I will take JD program then bar exam So I cannot pay for this if there any way to take the program like university can help the international students, can you explain that to me or make a video about that, please

[@Learnlawbetter]

Law schools offer scholarships for students that get very high LSAT scores and have an excellent undergraduate GPA. Also, you will need a high TOEFL score. But that only covers tuition. You will need about $20,00 to $30,000 a year to cover living expenses-I don’t know of any law school that covers those expenses.

[@rehabhussein2161]

@@Learnlawbetter thanks for your interest, hope that I will achieve my dream

[@bendover181]

Around where would USC rank on the list ? Great video !

[@bensonfang1868]

USC is 19th/20th alongside notre dame

[@nicklake7951]

What are your opinions on Texas law schools?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Many great law schools in Texas.

[@deidrehector3643]

I live in Jamaica and have been accepted into an online LL.M (made sure to get that right from watching your last video lol) program but after watching your video, I am wondering whether that was the right decision in order to practice law in the US? Your video indicated that an LL.M in Tax Law might be more beneficial in terms of job opportunities, any advice?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Each of our 50 States have different rules for practicing law. For example, where I live now-Chicago-I understand that the LLM route is not available for foreign lawyers. I’ve got a foreign lawyer in my class earning a JD because of this. Second, you might want to see if there is much of a market for foreign lawyers, even with an LLM. Then there is the visa issue. Wish you well.

[@Learnlawbetter]

By the way, I forgot to ask, but did you attend the University of the West Indies?

[@deidrehector3643]

@@Learnlawbetter No I attended the University of Technology where I did my LLB. There are around 3 universities currently offering an LLB Program: the University of the West Indies, the University of Technology and the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean- through the University of London.

[@deidrehector3643]

@@Learnlawbetter That's what I am currently contemplating because based on your videos, it doesn't seem practical or financially sound to do an LL.M if the market is not there, though having an international Masters looks good on your resume. My other option is studying in Canadian since I am thinking of migrating there as well. So I am currently looking into the requisites for each province to study and practice law as a foreigner.

[@kianman5004]

Is going to a T14 law school absolutely necessary? If I am able to go to a T25 law school will I still be able to get a job and succeed

[@Learnlawbetter]

Many graduates from all law schools find jobs. But the best jobs go to those at the highest ranked law schools. Also, the top person at T25 will likely have more opportunities over the bottom graduate at a T14.

[@sneharastogi1060]

Can an international student take admission in llb or bachelor's of law in these universities...As I was searching through courses today I can't find llb...please telll

[@Learnlawbetter]

In the US, the first law degree is a JD-a master’s program. You need a bachelor’s degree in any discipline and then apply to law school.

[@sneharastogi1060]

@@Learnlawbetter sir I'll have b.com degree by may 2022 can I apply then?? Yes, I know in US first law degree is JD I wanna is it similar to llb(as we call it in india)?

[@Learnlawbetter]

100 years ago, the first law degree was the LLB. The curriculum hasn’t changed much since then. You apply about a year before you want to start the JD.

[@sneharastogi1060]

@@Learnlawbetter sir can I apply for JD even if I'll only have b.com degree??? If yes then what are the requirements or tests I have to give and how plzzzz🙏🙏🙏

[@Learnlawbetter]

When a US law school examines the foreign undergraduate degree, they determine if it is equivalent to a US undergraduate degree. You also need to take the LSAT.

[@latifaatayeb9509]

I have master law in Morocco ,my question can I use it in USA

[@Learnlawbetter]

Each of our 50 States regulate who can practice law in their State. Some States likely will. The issue is getting a work visa. Since there are many unemployed lawyers, it’s hard to get a work visa.

[@JudgeCommitee-ck5wq]

Yes, I will tell you what the best law school is ancestor client law school, where the client teaches you. We will teach you in April to install a crime free administration with 105 provisions.

[@peaceandlove5214]

I studied languages,I have MA in Persian language,I may come to USA to study law and I'm worried about if I can make it but I'm reading law books in Arabic.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Practice writing in English. Most of my foreign students fail because they can’t write enough during a timed essay exam.

[@peaceandlove5214]

Learn Law Better Hi again as foreigner can ask about studying legal studies instead of studying law ?thanks

[@Learnlawbetter]

There really aren’t many options for legal studies. Colleges might have a course of two, or bundle some courses together and call them legal studies.

[@peaceandlove5214]

@@Learnlawbetter so which branch I should go to.

[@Skruncharoo]

But, is there a difference in the quality of education you receive, in terms of bar preparation, at one of these schools vs. lower ranked and non-ranked schools? I understand that bar passage rate is considered in the computation of the rankings, but I struggle to conclude that by attending one school over another, one is more likely to pass their state's bar on first attempt. It seems reasonable to assume otherwise. Sure, schools with enormous endowments can offer students a great facility and tools to better learn the law but I imagine the ambitious student could always make the most out of his or her school's resources. In other words, can we truly know whether or not the cause (attending a T14) always produces the effect (students with increased likelihood of bar passage) or could the supposed effect (naturally apt students with high probability of bar passage, culled through the admissions process) actually be the one causing the schools to be ranked in the T14.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Very insightful comment. The elite law schools don’t, directly, prepare students for the bar exam. Yet students who graduate from elite law schools pass the bar exam at exceptionally high rates. I agree with your observation that elite law school graduates are going to pass the bar exam, regardless of the education they receive. They worked hard to get into an elite law school and they will pass the first time out. Those that I know that failed the first time did so for reasons like anxiety or not preparing at all.

[@Skruncharoo]

I greatly appreciate your response, Professor. Your channel is a fantastic resource for law students!

[@fayf6351]

Do you know if a European student can get easily a scholarship from an American university? If so, it would cover a big part of the tuitions? Can you recommend me some universities to check out and tell me some requirements in order to get accepted?

[@Learnlawbetter]

It depends on the law school. Generally, if you have a high LSAT score and GPA you should be able to get a scholarship for tuition. Few law schools provide merit based scholarships for housing.

[@fayf6351]

Learn Law Better Thank you for responding so quickly.Can you tell me some universities which can provide me a full scholarship? And do you know if the recognition of the studies is valid in Europe too?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Most European degrees are recognized by American law schools for admission into their JD programs. Some are not and I don’t know which ones or why. I vaguely recall that some European degrees are only two years long, and that isn’t long enough. I don’t have a list of law schools that will give international students a scholarship. My suggestion is to see how your LSAT and GPA compare to a law school’s applicant pool and then look at their websites.

[@fayf6351]

Learn Law Better Thank you very much.

[@Tox1cn]

Does UCLA rank anywhere on a t25 list?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Yes, it is a top law school.

[@blackdragon6090]

is corporate lawyer is best for salary

[@Learnlawbetter]

No, Big Law have the highest salaries. But a few corporate lawyers move into corporate management and make millions-not many though.

[@benjaminmathis8839]

What about the university of Alabama

[@munirahmed8643]

Nice

[@lx95020]

Berkeley.......did you mean UC Hasting College of Law?

[@willsiragusa7564]

How do you feel about William and Mary and George Mason? I would like to go to become a patent attorney in Virginia perhaps, but don't want to freeze in the mountains.

[@willsiragusa7564]

Would these schools still land big firms?

[@Learnlawbetter]

It will depend on your class rank and your interview skills. But if you are at the top of your class at either of these schools and do well with the interview, you should be able to get jobs in large firms. By the way, neither of these school are in the mountains. William and Mary is on the coast--relatively warm due to the gulf stream. George Mason is colder, but not like the Virginia mountains. That being said, I moved to Virginia from Miami and found it very cold for me, at least my first year that far north.

[@robertworthington59]

Can you list the topejuris schools?

[@mikeylejan8849]

The other Ivy league schools are not part of the best law schools?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Of the eight Ivy League schools, only five have law schools.

[@computerskillsinformationt3402]

Hi sir, is is possible to get admission in llm fully funded by doing any assistanceship to professors. Please guide.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Not that I’m aware of.

[@aljohrhalabdulsalam6679]

What is your opinion about George Washington University ? I am student there

[@Learnlawbetter]

GW is a great law school in a great city. Lots of opportunities both in law school and once you graduate.

[@morgand3675]

Aljohrh Aziz i am still in high school, but am starting to look at colleges, on of them is GWU, I was wondering how you feel about the university?

[@eltiskendaj]

Any thoughts on Boston University?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Every law school has a very similar academic profile. It comes down to cost and job opportunities.

[@ardscholar8208]

It is incorrect that every Supreme Court Justice went to Havard or Yale law school. Ruth Bader Ginsburg went to Columbia law school.

[@Learnlawbetter]

She started at Harvard Law School and transferred to Columbia. I should have been clearer on that point-thank you.

[@sherazali3972]

Hello.... Does these colleges offer scholarship to the international students?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Sheraz Ali I assume that if your GPA and LSAT score are high enough then they would offer international students scholarships.

[@sherazali3972]

@@Learnlawbetter thanks alot my dearest sir.

[@IntelligentStorm]

Hi, Beau! I’m currently a first year student at Miami of Ohio. However, I rank as a sophomore due to dual credit earned in HS. Instead of rushing to take the LSAT within the next year, I’m planning on taking my time a bit more and taking a year off after my 3 yrs of undergrad. Do you have a video about gap years? I’m not sure what timeline I should follow or if a gap year is even a good idea at all. Thank you for your videos! I’m so happy to have found this channel!

[@Learnlawbetter]

A gap year can be very useful. First, it allows you to learn something new, which will give you a broader perspective. Second, the human brain doesn’t fully mature till we get to age 25. A gap year gets you closer to that age.

[@coleggggl1736]

does going to a community college for two years hurt my chances of getting int community college?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Going to a community college does not hurt your chances of going to law school. Applicants will submit all their transcripts and their overall GPA will be calculated. Where you go to college isn’t that important.

[@MED-rf9eq]

There is a public law university in usa?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Do you mean are there government operated law schools in the US? Yes, almost each of our 50 States each operate a law school.

[@mastermonkey45]

Does a T3 differ that much from a T6-14 in terms of Biglaw placement if that's the intention all along? For example, if I (by some miracle or big brain move) get into both Stanford and Berkeley, attend Berkeley because of the cost, and have the intention to go to a large firm, and pass classes, are my odds of getting into a large firm different if that's what I wanted to do all along?

[@Learnlawbetter]

If you graduate at the top of your class at a T6-14, probably not. But there is no way of knowing where in the class you will rank. You will have more opportunities at a T3, and can rank lower and still get a great job.

[@pranavpillai7778]

General tip: higher the ranking higher the big law placement. I would say if you are choosing between Stanford and Berkeley. Go to Berkeley. You'll save some a lot of money.

[@aneiciahall7040]

What is the right age to start law school

[@Learnlawbetter]

The human brain fully develops by age 25. The closer to that age the better.

[@GabrielaHernandez-wm5fd]

I am hoping to attend law school after completing my undergrad at UVA! I was wondering if there is an advantage in applying to a law school where you are already based out of?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Some law schools don’t admit too many students from their university’s undergraduate program as they want a more diverse student body. But UVA will likely admit a few from their undergrad. Will depend on your LSAT and GPA.

[@GabrielaHernandez-wm5fd]

Learn Law Better Thank you for the information! I very much enjoy your videos!

[@ceesaytekno7861]

How can someone become a good lawyer with a different Passion

[@jannetteprice8813]

How come Princeton doesn't make the cut? Isn't it considered one of the ivies?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Because Princeton closed their law school over 70 years ago.

[@jannetteprice8813]

@@Learnlawbetter Oh, thanks for your reply.

[@Tara1234Lol]

What’s your opinion about CUNY school of law?

[@Learnlawbetter]

It’s a fine institution that will prepare someone for the practice of law.

[@Tara1234Lol]

Learn Law Better Does the affordability of the CUNY law school make it worth not attending NYU law school or any other in the T14 regardless of their “status”

[@Learnlawbetter]

We each have to decide what we want in a law school. NYU provides prestige and more job prospects, yet at the cost of much higher tuition. To an extent, your career path at a non-elite law school will be reduced. You need to ask yourself what kind of practice you want. If it’s a small town practice or public service work, then tuition cost becomes more important. Things for you to weigh-no one can give you an answer.

[@ethansementelli9743]

Is there an advantage in applying to the law school at the same University you went for undergrad. I'm at the University of Virginia and am thinking of applying to it's law school.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Virginia has a great law school and one you should attend if you have the scores to get in. If you plan to stay in Virginia, it would be helpful to go there for law school because of the alumni network-a double cavalier.

[@adiksadiatabs]

how about Lady Justice Law School?

[@Learnlawbetter]

I just went to their website, where they explain they are an unaccredited law school. This means that after the first year of law school you must pass the California "first year law students exam." Then after graduation, you will likely only be eligible to sit the California Bar Exam--6th largest economy in the world though. The current cost for the complete legal education is about $20,000 making it very affordable. That's all I know about it.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Never mind the advice above. I just did a Google search and it looks like they either shut down or are in the process of shutting down.

[@jackielevine4638]

Is there a difference between T65 and T139? Also what happens when a Law school in not ranked such as Southwestern Law?

[@Learnlawbetter]

When you look at rankings, think of them in ranges rather than in absolute terms. For example, I would view school #65 within a range of 30 schools (this is an approximation). This means there is not much of a difference between school 65 and 95. But once you get to 139, that is very different from school #65. If you are looking at school 139, then I would use a range of 50. Keep in mind that what we are looking at is perception, not teaching. You will find some lower ranked schools that do an excellent job in teaching their students and have excellent bar passage results. Likewise, some top law schools do a poor job in teaching their students, yet their students pass the bar at high rates because they have the ability to do well in bar prep. Unfortunately, the ranking system does not measure teaching ability. As to the unranked law schools, you may want to look at prior year rankings. There is a lot of movement in that category, so this year's unranked law school may have been last year's #125.

[@elianamarianno9585]

What do u have to say about Charleston law school?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Years ago when I was in Charleston for a conference, I dropped by and took a tour of the law school. They have a nice facility in a great part of town. I've also noticed that all accredited law schools, including Charleston, have a fairly standardized program of legal education--this is due to accreditation standards. Other than that, I haven't spent any time looking into Charleston, or for that matter, most law schools.

[@forcemaster9922]

My friend got into ASU law school. Is it a good law school?

[@danigaming8039]

Whats the t3 from germany ?Pls i really need to know ..

[@zmac151able]

Are you related to Jose Angel Baez?

[@Learnlawbetter]

No

[@ORGANICsoulJAZZ]

Loyola University Chicago!!

[@serwaabonsuasante9583]

How many years does it takes to study in law school?

[@Learnlawbetter]

In the US it is typically three years.

[@vanessaford8630]

3 years over here in the UK also to study for a law degree!

[@jaredtalks9158]

RBG went to Columbia law, not Harvard or Yale

[@Learnlawbetter]

Jared Talks But she completed her first year at Harvard, transferring for personal reasons.

[@mattfanta9946]

Does The Ohio State University have a good Law School?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Yes, it is a good law school.

[@mattfanta9946]

What are your tips for a high school senior who wants to go to Law school?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Matthew Fantauzzo Take as many writing courses as you can. That is because law school exams are essay exams.

[@jeeperscriminy]

Is University of Dayton any good?

[@pranavpillai7778]

Pro's 1. Easier to get into big law or maybe academia. 2. Never have problems finding a job. Con's 1. Much more expensive. 2. More competition. Overall, higher-ranked schools are good if you know deep down in your bones that you want to work in big law or maybe a career in academia. But otherwise choose based on cost and employment data. Going to a big-name school can work to your disadvantage if you choose not to work in big law. But if you ever change your mind you're in trouble because you will struggle to repay your loans.

[@Learnlawbetter]

Also, these graduates get the better non-profit jobs too. Imagine someone with a Duke JD applying for a job with the ACLU, SPCA, or any other national advocacy group. They have an advantage over those from less prestigious law schools.

[@pranavpillai7778]

@@Learnlawbetter also, I have a question will I still have a shot at full ride JD since by UG GPA dropped to 3.25?

[@pranavpillai7778]

@@Learnlawbetter If my LSAT increases drastically on my 2nd attempt will it look bad on my resume?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Scholarship will depend on LSAT. Almost every aw School ignores lower LSAT scores.

[@pranavpillai7778]

@@Learnlawbetter Thanks Professor. Also, if I take my LSAT and get a score of suppose 160 and after that get a score significantly higher, would that look bad when a law school considers me?

[@jasminevaliente96]

How do you feel about FAMU law

[@Learnlawbetter]

Almost every law school has the same curriculum. Wherever you attend you want to work hard and get top grades.

[@susej234]

What’s the name of the books behind you

[@Learnlawbetter]

They are the Pacific Reporters Second. They are produced by the West Company and report case law from several western American States.

[@stanfordlawgrad7202]

Justice Renquist, Stanford Graduate; Justice Sandra Day-Oconnor, Stanford Graduate

[@tunadoge1813]

What type of lawyer do you work as?

[@Learnlawbetter]

I’m a law professor, though decades ago I practiced tax law.

[@tunadoge1813]

@@Learnlawbetter which one did you enjoy more? tax lawyer or a professor?

[@Learnlawbetter]

Two different jobs. I prefer teaching.

[@tunadoge1813]

@@Learnlawbetter Alright, thank you so much!

[@_taypuppy5237]

I'm 15 years old, I really wanna be a lawyer since 8 and I hope you would be my teacher.

[@Oylt]

What a dream

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[@bluesky6985]

We don't have law schools in America we have BAR attorney schools. They teach Roman law of the sea instead of our constitutional common law of the land