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Do I have a chance?

Posted: Wed Jan 22, 2020 12:03 am
by Anonymous User
2L looking to go into litigation at a T10. Was below-median 1L: about a 3.2. Just got my grades back from the fall and ended up with a 3.7, bringing me back up to about median overall (3.35). Received 2 A's in evidence and crim pro. Also moot court/secondary journal e-board

Am I at all competitive for a district clerkship in a secondary market? I know I'll have to explain my shitty 1L grades. I know I can't count on replicating this semesters results, but will the upward trend in grades count for anything if it continues?

Re: Do I have a chance?

Posted: Wed Jan 22, 2020 11:51 am
by texanslimjim
Above median at T10 is within striking range, especially if you're willing to apply nationwide. There's a chance, but it's not the best.

If you really want to clerk, I would recommend applying widely this cycle and putting your nose to the ground to further improve your GPA and try again next cycle if you don't get any bites.