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Everyone has challenges when applying to top law schools. But combine non-traditional work experience, a low stat or two, and a growing family, and this applicant faced significantly more than the usual hurdles. He overcame them all, and got into his top choice program. Let’s find out how he did it, and how he’s doing now.
In this episode:
Can you tell us a little bit about your background, where did you grow up, that kind of thing?
How did you get interested in becoming a lawyer?
Did you face any challenges besides the low GPA when you were applying to law school?
How did you address or attempt to address a low GPA?
What did the perfect application mean to you?
How did you choose where to apply?
Why did you choose UCLA?
What do you like best so far about your UCLA Law experience?
What surprised you about your experience at UCLA Law?
Do you have a specialty you intend to go into?
Do you feel that having a family at this point is making your law school experience more difficult or is it giving you focus and motivation?
Are you glad you made the decision to pursue the JD?
What advice would you have for those interested in pursuing a law degree as a non-traditional candidate?