Duties of the University of Chicago Prelaw Advisor
I work with alumni and students in the College in all stages of the law school application process.
Pre-application
- Discuss intellectual pathways and where (or if) law school fits for you
- Discuss career opportunities in the law (see collaboration, below)
- Discuss curricular choices that can improve success in law school and elsewhere
- Discuss law school in conjunction with or versus other post-graduate study options
- Discuss how students finance a law school education
- Discuss the law school experience, classes, etc.
- Advise about LSAT preparation, interpretation of scores, and if re-testing is necessary
- Advise about how to obtain letters of recommendation
Application
- Explain LSDAS and other application procedures
- Advise about methods for selecting law schools
- Advise applicants about putting together a competitive application
- Offer feedback on personal statements and other essays
- Suggest addenda where appropriate
- Advocate for Chicago applicants with admissions representatives
- Complete dean's certification forms
Post-Application
- Advise students who are concerned about the information they are/not receiving
- Advise students about evaluating multiple offers
- Help unsuccessful (or successful) applicants evaluate their applications
Programming
Prelaw Programming includes 3-4 workshops per quarter, frequently in conjunction with the Career Advising and Planning Services office and sometimes with the Habeas Corpus Society. These programs usually consist of presentations by law school admissions representatives, law students and lawyers. I also speak to prospective college students about the value of a liberal arts education in preparation for the study of law. Visit the Prelaw events calendar for more infomation.
