Law School?

Question

Is it impossible to work AND go to law school? I start law school next semister, and i hear from alot of people that they had to leave their jobs and live on campus since it is so tough...is this true, or will law school and its work load be similar to my 16 credits im taking now PLUS 46 hrs a week at work...

also, how do people survive if they dont work during law school!
mom and dad??


thanks

Answer 1

lots of people work part time. no way u can work 45 hours and go to law school. it is more difficult than undergrad and more time consuming.

if u are really that sexy maybe ill give u a scholarship.

Answer 2

Law school can be tough or easy depending on your study habits and desire. As far as work goes the ABA does not allow first year law students to work more than 20 hours a week, you can be kicked out if you are caught working more than that. A lot of students get loans for school and living expenses during their first year then you get an internship during the summer that gives you money for the following year, plus you could get more scholarships for your second and third years.

Answer 3

The first year of law school is considered the toughest. If you are taking 16 credit hours and working more than full time, then how are you managing your free time?

Factor in you need time to study, travel between campus, home and work, and yes, you do need to sleep.

The other option to consider is cutting back on your law school classes if you absolutely have to work.

People who don't work during law school may have received financial aid through the school and/or family assistance.

Recall, the late President Gerald Ford worked through law school!

Answer 4

Your parents were supposed to save for your college education since you were born.

If that is not the case then get a loan and pay the loan back after graduation.