I am finishing up my 3rd year undergrad at a midwestern college. I am on a basketball scholarship and just completed my season. I plan on taking the LSAT in October, not enough prep time (with basketball and studies) for the June test. I am unsure what I will do after law school. I may move back to my hometown and have a nice small city practice with opportunities at a couple firms (city size 80,000, firm size 10-14 attorneys). I have two uncles at big law firms but also have exposure to small town law firms. Small town practice appeals to me for a couple reasons: family lifestyle and the ability to make good money and have a ready-made practice.
My question- I have a 3.98 GPA and pretty good softs considering my commitment to basketball. LSAT to be taken in October. Should I limit my application to University of Iowa and a couple others knowing that I PROBABLY will remain in the area or do I apply to higher ranked law schools (unknown LSAT now)? Cost/benefit of getting in at a Notre Dame but maybe practicing small city? Starting salaries in small cities average about 60-80K. Most good attorneys then average salaries of 200-300K after five years of practice. My interest right now is Corporate, Estate Planning, Probate, etc. Any thoughts as I begin this daunting journey?? Thanks.
Advice on what law schools to consider Forum
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Re: Advice on what law schools to consider
You need an actual LSAT score before determining targeted law schools beyond your state's public (Iowa) law school. The LSAT counts for well over 50% of the admissions decision; many believe that the LSAT is weighted 75% & one's GPA 25%.