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Below are some helpful resources for non-traditional pre-law and law students, particularly those navigating law school as a second career or while balancing other life commitments. These resources are geared to provide academic, financial, and career support, helping non-traditional law students succeed in their legal education and career paths.
Below are some helpful resources for non-traditional pre-law and law students, particularly those navigating law school as a second career or while balancing other life commitments. These resources are geared to provide academic, financial, and career support, helping non-traditional law students succeed in their legal education and career paths.
Law School Admissions Resources
Law School Admissions Resources
LSAC (Law School Admission Council): Offers essential tools for law school applicants, including LSAT prep, information on applying as a part-time student, and scholarships.
CLEO (Council on Legal Education Opportunity): Provides programs and resources aimed at helping underrepresented students navigate law school admissions.
Law School Support
Law School Support
AccessLex Institute: Offers financial literacy and wellness programs designed to support law students in managing educational loans and law school expenses.
Career Transitioning & Networking
Career Transitioning & Networking
ABA Career Center: A job board and resource center for law students and lawyers looking to transition into different areas of law.
LinkedIn Groups: Join groups such as "Non-Traditional Law Students" or "Part-Time Law Students" for networking and advice.
Student Loan Management
Student Loan Management
Student Loan Planner: Provides advice and planning for law school graduates on how to manage their student loan debt post-law school, particularly for those changing careers.
Federal Student Aid: Offers information on loan forgiveness programs for public service lawyers, which can be helpful for career-changers moving into public interest law.
Time Management & Productivity Tools
Time Management & Productivity Tools
Trello: A project management tool that can help organize tasks and deadlines while balancing work, school, and personal commitments.
Evernote: A note-taking tool to help keep track of class notes, case law, and personal schedules.
Mentorship
Mentorship
Legal Mentor Network: A non-profit dedicated to connecting law students and recently barred attorneys with legal mentors.
National Lawyers Guild: The NextGen Mentorship Program provides opportunities for mentorship and community building, which can be particularly useful for non-traditional students seeking guidance from practicing lawyers.
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