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NextGen Bar Exam: Criticism Mounts Over Family Law Changes and Exam Prep Challenges

Introduction The National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) has faced criticism from the legal education community regarding its handling of…

Impact of Recent Legislation on Law Schools

Law schools across the United States are grappling with the effects of recent anti-DEI laws, which challenge the foundations of…

State Bar of California Implements Policy Changes for Law Schools

Policy Revisions and New Report On June 21, the State Bar of California’s Committee of Bar Examiners approved several significant…

Essential Guide 2024: How to Get Into Top Law Schools – Requirements, Application Tips, and Career Paths

Navigating Pre-Law Requirements Understanding Pre-Law Requirements To gain acceptance into a top law school, having an application that stands out…

Disparities in Law School Graduate Earnings Revealed

A recent study conducted by Georgetown University’s Center on Education and Workforce sheds light on the vast disparities in earnings…

AI’s Expanding Role in Law Schools and Legal Profession

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming a significant force in law schools and the legal profession. At the ABA Techshow…

Increase in Minority Law School Applicants Defies Expectations

Uncertainty surrounding college admissions hasn't deterred minority law school applicants this year. According to the Law School Admission Council, the…

Law Schools Embrace Artificial Intelligence Education to Meet Growing Demand

Introduction to AI in Legal Education As the artificial intelligence (AI) industry continues to flourish, many law schools are incorporating…

Columbia Law School Appoints New Dean

Introduction Columbia University has announced the appointment of Daniel Abebe, a University of Chicago law professor, as the new dean…

The Shifting Influence of U.S. News Law School Rankings

Historically, the U.S. News & World Report law school rankings were crucial for law schools' reputations and student enrollments. According…

Attorneys General Urge ABA to Revise Diversity Standards in Wake of Supreme Court Ruling

Attorneys general from 21 states are pressing the American Bar Association (ABA) to modify its diversity standards for law school…

Georgetown Law Embraces STEM Majors

Summary of the Article Georgetown Law admissions dean Andy Cornblatt is particularly enthusiastic about applications from students with STEM (science,…