Why Everyone Should Go To Law School | Jana Al-Akhras | TEDxNewAlbany

[@alona724]

“Do you know how hard it is to figure out who you are when you’re busy trying to prove who you are not?” Powerful.

[@papap4033]

I am a 2L. I can confirm that Law School humbles the most arrogant. You will at times doubt your intelligence all due to the rigors of critical thinking, reasoning and analyzing. Good luck!

[@lawreadyforthis-syl-1130]

Very true. I've seen people go from emotional arguers to logical debaters.

[@vanprince2287]

Critical Thinking=Independent Thinking from A-to-Z!

[@vanprince2287]

I studied law and critical thinking taught me that the 'Scales of Justice' never 'Balance Equal,' and independent thinking in law taught me that their are more lawyers in the the law profession than those in other professions and that lawyers=ineffective assistant of counsel under 'Strickland v. Washington.' and that blacks end up in prison with triple harsh sentences than whites that are similarly situated! The law profession in reference to blacks is modern day slavery and I wish you luck!

[@IAMMEDIA.]

I wanna be humbled

[@deeshareshmi8338]

Agreed. I had a hard time making peace with my mediocrity.

[@suleymantura]

y’all my girl was throwin so many fire jokes and no one laughed 😭 i laughed girl! u funny!

[@MakaylaChildress]

It’s very well possible we just couldn’t hear the audience. They quiten the background noise so we can hear the speaker better.

[@mona-checkoutmychannel7656]

Right lol

[@ThePedrogiardini]

Well not a problem to be funny. But the channel is more about learning something, so maybe they were just caring more about learning experience than pay attention to jokes

[@michaeltadrous9234]

Maybe she just isn’t funny

[@rippleban]

Intelligent people has more tollerance in humor than average ones. Her jokes are more on wit, rather than laughing there asses off

[@redhearse2380]

Attending law school as a minority with parents with an elementary school background is an exhausting battle. This video was great!

[@YUSUFIRE]

good luck

[@pep590]

But as a minority, in general all European Americans will walk on eggshells around you and do all they can to give you every advantage and privilege possible. The elementary school background part is hard, but the minority part often makes up for it.

[@MatthewHildebrand-kn2dj]

Wow. I was on the fence to go to law school. This helped me decide. I deserve a seat at the table. People like me deserve a seat at the table. I’m going to law school.

[@thesleezer1711]

Same bro😎

[@loro1rojo]

Lolol

[@thejesuspreneur]

So proud of you for making this decision. I’ve decided as well. Let’s do this!

[@loro1rojo]

@@thejesuspreneur where you going to law school?

[@piousnot]

@@loro1rojo I don't think they are talking about law school literally

[@maheralsakkaf411]

guys.... she’s not literally talking about needing go to law school, law school is a metaphor in her argument for any space where inclusion is not present. for her, law school was that place

[@tavornnanelson5316]

Thank you!

[@libertylaferriere]

I feel like people who didn't get that maybe shouldn't go to law school 😂

[@tatianahawaii13]

@@libertylaferriere 🤣

[@conniechoward]

Thank you because I was thinking she wasn't talking about law school either. Her focus was inclusion.

[@sarahbaartmansrevenge]

a “metaphor” huh? LMAO 😂

[@writeleft08]

Her coloring book analogy about diversity/inclusion is so accurate. 💯

[@vanprince2287]

But she missed RETENTION!

[@TheMorganVEVO]

I was looking forward to a video about law school, but I’m actually happy to hear her whole speech.

[@ManalFatima-w3v]

i needed this so much. I not only cover my head but my face as well and I've been so hesitant of if I'd be able to go through with my dream because of how different ppls perspectives are of me or how their first impressions will be. I haven't started law school as I'm just starting college. But when I finish law school and get my degree, I will come back and tell you guys. I promise.

[@harleyquiinnnn]

She's such a good public speaker

[@haroldcrenshaw5630]

Ive always noticed that they teach no law in high school

[@TheMorganVEVO]

Eddie a Me too.

[@irisferguson2229]

They do. I was a law major in h.s.

[@haroldcrenshaw5630]

Where?

[@irisferguson2229]

@@haroldcrenshaw5630 NYC schools. John Jay H.S Brandeis H.S ( Where I went) no longer opened though. Clara Barton I believe and so many more. In NYC you have to apply to H.S's that are out of your zoned area and be accepted in order to attend. I only applied to schools that had a law aspect attached to the h.s as it fit my interest best. Some schools are geared towards math and science. Or the arts. Graphic Design.

[@dakotadenali9678]

We did have Pre-Law courses at my high school, but they were cut out due to not enough people signing up. The closest we have now are Criminal Justice (1-3) courses, U.S. Government class, and American Business and Legal Systems (ABLS) class.

[@andrecaptures]

I definitely think that Law School definitely develops critical thinking skills, something that is lacking in western education.

[@user-bc1ot2es8w]

I am also a female minority. First gen American. My mom never went to school because her father didn’t think “it was a woman’s place” My dad was brilliant but I think he fell victim to the mold others “boxed” him in. I’ve always felt this way but had a hard time acknowledging it let alone understanding it as I pursue my own career goals. Great speech! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheMorganVEVO]

Rose If you don’t mind me asking, what country did your family come from?

[@evansjohnarek2271]

Morgan Carroll t That is not a big deal if your mum did not go to school many mothers did not go school

[@NoName-is6ie]

Rose girrrllll listen am really not from the U.S and am colored as they say and I go to law school but I have never felt bothered by what people have to say about my identity because am really proud of myself and where I come from (SUDAN) and I know for sure the qualities I have in me and they outweighs all other things whether obstacles, opinions or negativity....

[@life_liveit]

Guys and gals, the title is metaphorical... A great one at that. She does a fantastic job breaking down life lessons in this speech. Well done indeed!

[@dr.earnest.ujaama]

A great job of explaining the reason for going to law school. Very brave, honest, and beneficial. Thank you.

[@MasiLovesPink]

A strong confirmation that I'm taking the right steps to law school ❤. Lovely talk.

[@AoNLobby]

This is the sign that I needed to go to law school

[@irisferguson2229]

Go! I just registered to take the LSAT in Jan 2020.

[@sallyatieno4356]

Same here ...now I can start my semester

[@lawreadyforthis-syl-1130]

go for it!! I didn't regret it

[@lawreadyforthis-syl-1130]

@@sallyatieno4356 good luck! My best advice is to plan 3 hours of reading and note taking time into your schedule per class session.

[@lawreadyforthis-syl-1130]

@@irisferguson2229 Congrats! Don't be afraid to take it a second time even if it delays you. A higher score can increase your scholarship options by a crazy high amount

[@GLondonful]

She makes some good points but that title is total clickbait 😂

[@michelleeaton6602]

GLondonful Agree. Ridiculous.

[@scare6262]

What do people mean by click bait

[@SaeedThaPraLem]

@@scare6262 It's When You're Tricked By The Title Of A Video

[@scare6262]

@@SaeedThaPraLem ohhh lol

[@abdiabdi4959]

Agreed

[@SheLovesFubu]

I’m going to law school and I loved this

[@shahnoor_prospersol]

Me too :)

[@sujit7292]

Me too from this year. India 🇮🇳

[@youMatterItDoesGetBetter]

How's law school?

[@MakaylaChildress]

I loved listening to every single word of this, definitely enjoy hearing her speak.

[@halaayyash5014]

This changed my life.

[@sheyy1160]

Hi do you mind tell me more about how this changed ur life? I am just kinda curious 😌

[@charlievega3978]

IM SO GLAD I WATCHED THIS VIDEO!!!!

[@Marie-vs5iq]

Well said Jana. Thank you for your authentic self, I believe this world lacks tremendously.

[@darkemperor9766]

Myself Sujal Urmila Kasare, I'm 18 yrs old and a Law Student (BLS-LLB) INDIA. Law School's, aren't common other School's or Colleges it has a complete different Persona & Enviromen. The Knowledge Which you gain in Law Schools is Slightly different it makes you feel More Confident, Comfortable, Strong & Hardworking.

[@Dani-cu7ip]

Title should be about inclusion not law school... title is very misleading. Smh.

[@lilsinz_djsin]

Dani Mendez welcome to KZbin

[@Dani-cu7ip]

Sinhani Prem yep...😒

[@zurioliveros6801]

The “Law School” in the title was metaphorical. @10:40 she explains that she urges people to go to the environment that doesn’t have the representation/inclusion you would expect.

[@tahsinsabah833]

I was struggling to make a decision between staying in my comfort zone and applying for a creative writing masters (my strong suit or most practiced skill) or going for a law conversion masters degree. I am so passionate about criminal law + bringing justice to/for society + making sense of the world we live in + I know the job of a barrister would interest me but, since it will also be a challenge, I was in a bit of a moral conundrum. But this wonderful and inspiring speech has really given me a clearer/stronger perspective. In any case, I don't have to practice law if I hate it after my masters but I will not leave the table knowing I could've waited out the long awkward dinner for a delicious dessert at the end.

[@writeleft08]

I really loved her TED TALK! 👏🏾👏🏾

[@SmartFinanceTalks]

Well said! Loved it

[@JosephBrown-cw9ml]

Law school should never, ever suggest your mediocrity, and if it does then you’re not enrolled. However, law graduates are encouraged to not think that law school’s absolute failure to appropriately assess students has anything to say about who they are. No, no. It has to do most with how the faculty and school are.

[@abry08]

This helped me so much. I’m writing my personal statement for law admissions. Thank you. ❤

[@petermapp5988]

This lady ...one word...brilliant.I have no interest in law....but i got her message

[@nadaalomar2815]

love her speech

[@pratikshaborkar3826]

Very inspiring 🙏🏼

[@louyisa]

The fact that she dare to do this, giving talk to probably none will take her seriously just because of her appearance is amazing. Trust me being a minority in a country ain't easy. I came from a country where Christians are more or less than 20% of it's people and yes it's a struggle for someone like me to get a spot in most things, regardless job or spot in a group discussion. Like if you're different than the other, you need to work 10 times harder than those them. So I know this lady has had great grip of her life. 👏👏

[@pax4370]

Which country lisa?

[@conandwol7737]

Wow I really admire you ,your language and attitude are so captivate

[@gojo-satocat]

I'm so slow I can't understand what she's saying😭😭😭her voice is so calming tho

[@vurny6182]

she was all over the place

[@afifam78]

knowledge is power, the more you learn the more you earn.

[@asmahaque8558]

BRILLIANT!!!

[@nicolehernandezg.6354]

As a first-gen women, this video meant so much to me. I clicked not really thinking much, and I genuinely thought this video would be a joke, but this has got to be one of the best TED talks ai’ve ever witnessed

[@pep590]

She used the anti-white racial slur...people that look like me. So hateful.

[@victorudeozoh4152]

Wonderfully presented, Thanks so much. I pray to God to grant me wisdom and fulfillment in life.

[@veereshsv]

My law school is expression, not dominating, and respecting all people whatever they do or be.. It is about pointing at myself and not anyone outside anytime.. And not being an opportunist..

[@haya2485]

Love it! I might go to law school now :b

[@Zahra_Mili]

So proud to be law student 💪💪💪💪

[@billwonchujam4790]

Nothing have got inside my brain while watching her lecture except her stunning beauty. 😬💕💞😌

[@korliyon2283]

The message of this video is important, but its title is misleading. It isn't about Law School at all

[@MoonlitAna]

I remember what it felt like to perform. It is exhausting. Be you. Be you wherever you are. ❤

[@sosha4050]

Law school is so hard! Going through it now... 😣😂

[@lawreadyforthis-syl-1130]

Oh man good luck. I just finished myself. Lmk if you've got any questions. I'm trying to pass my law school strategies to everyone I can before I forget. It's one of the reasons I made this YT channel

[@nemeh77]

What did you major in before law school?

[@sosha4050]

Law Ready for This? [-SYL-] Aww Thanks! I’m a 2L, I appreciate it! Still pushing through!

[@sosha4050]

Nemeh Derneika I rather not say on this platform but it wasn’t law related or theory based, hence why it’s harder.

[@teeereeereee219]

Dr. Kenneth Plummer in the 2003 book Intimate Citizenship basically proposes what this great speaker says. Diversity is not assimilation. Create society that is fluid enough, one that enables change on what it means to be a citizen. Adaptable. Pourous. It doesn't mean everyone has rights and should have the same rights but that we create a society that says "rights change and so we are willing to hear anyone from any group and recognised simultaneously that within groups/minorities there is as much internal strife and questioning of who we are as there is on how outsiders define or categorise us". I'm parahrasing.

[@jameshansen385]

this video should have one million views

[@Isaac.Ezequiel]

« Performative Identity. » Brilliant !!

[@vanessa_the_mindset_maven]

I am a 47 year old RN who is now pursuing law school. LSAT:I AM NOT AS SMART AS I THOUGHT I WAS!!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣I needed this....Thank you

[@astewa-xq4gs]

I feel you!! I'm about to start nursing school, but am thinking about going to law school right after!

[@yt_nh9347]

Yeah if you were you'd be a doctor

[@angelicabustillos9219]

Vanessa ButtuhFly think about doing medical malpractice- you already have the medical background and connections to possible experts needed. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@robertmaisonet6836]

The LSAT is humbling; keep at it and you'll be fine. 🙂

[@vanessa_the_mindset_maven]

@@robertmaisonet6836 Thanks, Bro!

[@jesshill8306]

This has nothing to do with law school? This is a talk on inclusivity.... very misleading.

[@lawreadyforthis-syl-1130]

Yeah I wonder about the title

[@vanprince2287]

The foundation of her teaching is Psychology *&* every lawyer studies Psychology. Why? Because Psychology is the study of human beings!

[@vanprince2287]

Her speech if dissected will demonstrate that her teaching contain Negatives and Positives and this makes her speech in totality not logical; because a Negative and positive cannot co-exist in Logic. She is talking about diversity and inclusion minus Retention *&* distilled to its essence she's talking apples and oranges. Her speech is akin to putting a snowman in a sandcastle and they destroyed each others brittle creations forever because they weren't mean to be together. She is teaching law comprising truth and falsehood and if you accept one you must accept the other.

[@Nainadabhi580]

I like her outfit ❤❤❤

[@tatenda-6758]

This is so Inspirational! I can't believe such a powerful point can be made expressed in such a plain and simple way

[@guiltypleasure5176]

I screamed along with the guy at the end who was cheering. I'm such as noisemaker :D

[@workingman6455]

Great speech. Thanks for the motivation.

[@aalegalfocus]

Sorry guys, but if you want to hear an opposing view, please see my video about Why Going to Law School is a Bad Idea (especially for Asian Americans). The job market is terrible and tuition is ridiculously expensive.

[@meikahra]

This is powerful , most definitely related!

[@noeljohn506]

Great one!

[@nenechan5641]

Strong girl keep going 🧕🔥🔥🔥

[@CelesteAdams-y9m]

For everyone that went to Law school because of this video, where are you guys now and how are you finding it?

[@justinswag3403]

Wow youre an incredible speaker, I want to be just like you!

[@tejasinrajh521]

i have this strange wish to go to law school, since i converted to islam, alhamdulillah. I think that is because of the wish for righteousness and justice

[@oO1723]

Damn I love it. I think I can be less judgemental and more open minded about other people who are attending law school. I always want to be better than someone else and that repeated pattern in my head sucks. How do I change it? Stick to my authentic self. No performance needed and appreciate everyone (be nice to others if they are also nice to me)

[@naeemullahazeem5155]

Sorry to say, but honestly I was waiting till end to know why I went to law school and how can I convince people to go to the law school. But all I could understand that you’re an amazing speaker and whatever you said was incredibly amazing. However, while arguing a representative suit in Court 2, someone reminded you ‘Ma’am, this is Court 3 and the matter listed here is a divorce petition’

[@soleilisa]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@elle_aire4789]

😂😂😂

[@user-dq7cm6ug4h]

I needed this.

[@umarzulqarnain]

I followed the click-bait and watched the video. I initially assumed it would be the speaker seeking validation for having gone to law school and I was prepared to cringe. It was a great talk though! She does a very good job of illustrating a very nuanced topic. Problem is, the people who live in that reality (i.e. her guidance counselor/professor), are living in a reality where those nuances do not exist. Not because they choose not to, but because those nuances are outside of the reality they see and experience. You can't see what is not visible. The only solution for inclusivity at a larger scale is people having more *in-person* dialogue outside of just spaces where they are forced to.

[@1st48_chiraq2]

thank you for your intake!

[@spectershore4482]

Powerful !!! From a french lawyer 🇨🇵👌🏾

[@MargarethRuthOnIt]

The title just don't agree exactly with what she wants to express. She's talking about pursuing a career or a dream without paying much attention to one's indifference. It would've been much interesting if she actually talked about why one should go to law school.

[@monamiller536]

NO stop telling people its already way too competitive and saturated

[@nickde6339]

@Mona Reed lmao

[@juleslee]

Mona Reed inclusivity

[@user-zh2cx9vv2s]

Did you not listen to her?

[@CarlieThompson87]

Give me the money and I’ll go.

[@aalegalfocus]

Good thought. If you would have to take out debt to go, do NOT go to law school.

[@yodelissosa7791]

I think differently. If you believe you have the skill sets and motivation to go. Then go and pay After!! Think Big!! Don't Let ANYTHING Stop You!! Why settle for less?? Take the Challenge!!

[@yodelissosa7791]

@@aalegalfocus 👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾👆🏾🤔 I Disagree

[@aalegalfocus]

@@yodelissosa7791 sure, everyone has different financial or family situations & different levels of risk aversion. But something astronomical like over $50k of debt to go to a lower tier private school doesn't make sense.

[@yodelissosa7791]

@@aalegalfocus oh my Gosh!! Absolutely!! No NEVER!! Lower tier private school....?? Why?? What's the point?? Now I understand your point of view!! Well like I said. I think bigger!! 50k/yr. is close enough to my dream schools: Harvard or Yale, or something like that!! Still deciding on an exact career!! PS: I'm in the US/USA if that makes a difference too!! Just do what you're passionate about!! Almost nobody finishes paying college debts!! I've heard of people working 3 jobs and over 50 years old.... working in McDonalds.... Just do what you Love!! And yes, life happens!! Follow your Passion!! Why settle for less?? For example: you Love Medicine and are good at math, science, or are willing to improve: don't settle for being a nurse, become a surgeon or anaesthesialogist or whatever suits YOU!! PPS: Surgeon salary is approx. 200k/yr. (Just a thought). Don't let Anyone or ANYTHING STOP YOU!! You'll only have Yourself to be disappointed at....🤔🤷🏾‍♀️ MUCH LOVE!! (Thanks for bringing me back here!!)

[@kerimanarat]

Law is an essential component of our democracy. Nobody can be trusted without law.

[@culvercity5922]

This was great =)

[@sifat9667]

She just did this talk cause she was salty about that girl not wanting to be friends with her.

[@leahharpole4880]

This was a good one.

[@Control_Khaibasen]

I didn't get enough grades to qualify for law school. I had to do a 3 year bridging course. I am in the 3rd and final year of that bridging course. Jan 2025, I am supposed to officially start with law school. Am 32. It's Law or nah for me. I like this woman's demeanor and focus.

[@gwendai8140]

Basically, Ms. Al-Akhras is suggesting that everyone should go to law school because we ought to seek inclusion. However, instead of talking about how going to law school would help the sought of inclusion, she talked about the benefit of inclusion. I agree with the idea that everyone should go to law school because law school helps us to be smarter. And I also agree with the idea of inclusion. But the argument in this talk is weak.

[@HerMetabolism]

Imagine that: her forte of being a smug, vapid bigot fails to manifest cogent, objectively persuasive argumentation.

[@Int3nseGrind]

Pretty bad for a lawyer lol

[@MrCarter85]

She was not suggesting everyone should go to law school. If you listen at the end, she uses law school as an analogy to illustrate the dynamics of inclusivity at the particular law school she was attending. She only used it so that others could reflect on their own lives and try to push for inclusivity in whatever setting they are in, whether it be at their work, school, etc.

[@mohamedabdulmajeed9769]

Very sincere presentation. Good wishes

[@danflurnandez5431]

I clicked on this because I thought I was about law school not the inclusion of different ethnicity in environment where they are underrepresented. I’m glad for the perspective, really(don’t hate on me). I’m just saying this wasn’t was I was looking for based on the title

[@Mina-ee4ns]

I was convinced within the first minute

[@stirlingblackwood]

Why Everyone Should Go To Law School 10:23 "I don't want you to go to law school."

[@elizabethm9427]

Thank you

[@Scottinorlando]

I attended 1st year many years ago. I find that ,these days ,you are better off teaching yourself. However, you won't get that little key that they give you to be in the club .

[@armandovillamizar9052]

Why give so much importance about what others say about me ? why should I care? isn't it enough for me to know who I am ? what if someone judges me in a way I don't agree with? why should I care? if I need people to see me how I want them to see me, then I will have to convince people by the billions, but if you keep yourself to yourself, you only have to convince 1. YOU

[@greencoolmoss]

You GO sister

[@cameronjohnson69]

Amazing

[@writeleft08]

08:52 She’s giving BIG FACTS frfr. 🙌🏾

[@bigman5403]

She doesn’t even talk about law school she just goes on about how her professors profiled her.

[@fatimahyaya2706]

bismillahirrahmaanirrahimm... this year i attempt to one of the best university at my country to study law. hope i got accepted there, aaameenn. i really really want to know law...

[@hxnb_31]

More accurate title should be: Think twice before going to law school

[@zainabsiddiqui625]

I want to be a lawyer but every one says me not to become lawyer. What should I do I am not understanding. plz explain something

[@matthewsukhnandan4578]

Do what YOU want to do. Don't live life making decisions you think will appease others. If you really want to be a lawyer or anything for that matter...what everyone is saying shouldn't matter. People will judge you no matter what you do in life or what career you choose, so might as well choose a career that you love. As for becoming a lawyer, people might be telling you not to go because law school is obviously very competitive and challenging. Keep in mind that nothing worth having in life comes easy. It will all be worth while if YOU choose this pathway. Don't feel pressured into making that decision because you feel others might judge you. Good Luck! Expressing that you care about your future is awesome! You'll amount to great things.

[@liamwalsh96]

Good to see strong muslim women who knows she's not any less than a man

[@michelleeaton6602]

Liam Walsh She is wearing a hijab so she is displaying her allegiance to a cult that promotes the abuse of women and children. She apparently learned nothing in law school.

[@TheMrpalid]

Michelle Eaton you’re a bigot

[@safadsouza6447]

@@michelleeaton6602 is covering oneself wrong? She is free to wear what she wants without being judged.Mother Mary covers herself from head to toe even the nuns she is just following mother Mary

[@safadsouza6447]

@@michelleeaton6602 @Michelle Eaton Even I used to think this way before I read Qu'an and Understood the truth there no abuse and violence in any religion people makeup their own rules and follow certain age old cultures and traditions in the name of religion.

[@michelleeaton6602]

Happy! Awesome! I don’t debate trolls.

[@avi5278]

So when's she gonna answer the question?

[@Sjindi]

I'll become a lawyer someday.

[@skeroso]

Good luck with the life ! :)

[@kennethscalir3092]

I do not think I could academically handle law school because I cannot write an essay using an IRAC method

[@nikkiwable1339]

no offence, but she actually got me thinking whether or not to pursue law, like i was thinking of getting into law school but she kinda ruined it for me.

[@vtorious9102]

I heard she’s one of Amber Heard’s lawyers

[@Raw-Truth-Now]

What if some faiths/ideas contradict and condemn each other? how do you approach this with the lense of inclusivity. For example, homosexuality and Islam.

[@The36japo36]

Tareq Shahwan Mutual respect without judgment because in Islam, God is the only one who should judge any of us. As for human beings in general you should be respectful of others and their choices because each of us lives inside our own universe. Just because your beliefs contradict doesn’t mean you can’t find other commonality and focus on what you do have in common rather than expecting everyone else to be exactly like you.

[@glory4778]

jake p great reply bro

[@amtax4755]

She’s so intelligent

[@NoName-is6ie]

Noooo DONT GO TO LAW SCHOOL😂😂 trust me I have I contract law exam tomorrow and am already dead...JUST DONT DO IT😂😂

[@adamgreenberg1959]

Very interesting!

[@armandovillamizar9052]

Even though I'm a US immigrant, I don't quite understand why is it important to surround yourself with people who look like you. I do understand it can be a nice experience if you meet someone from your culture after a long time you haven't interacted with your own culture. But why strive for that? why should I care that much about how people look like? and if they look like me ? why make it THAT important anyways? I'm curious...