LSAT Nuts & Bolts

LSAT Nuts & Bolts

Author: Navigating Law School Admissions with Miriam & Kristi September 10, 2024 Duration: 43:31

LSAT expert Laura Damone joins Miriam and Kristi to go over all the nuts and bolts of the LSAT, the most common standardized test utilized in law school admissions.


Thinking about law school can feel like standing at the edge of a vast, complicated maze. Navigating Law School Admissions with Miriam & Kristi is here to be your guide through it. Hosts Miriam Ingber of Yale Law School and Kristi Jobson of Harvard Law School draw on their deep insider knowledge to demystify the entire process. Instead of vague generalities, you'll hear candid, practical discussions that tackle the real questions applicants have. Each episode focuses on a specific component, from figuring out the ideal application timeline and securing strong letters of recommendation to crafting a personal statement that truly reflects who you are. This podcast cuts through the noise and anxiety with accurate, straightforward advice you can actually use. Whether you're just starting to research schools or are finalizing your applications, Miriam and Kristi provide the clarity and confidence needed for this significant journey. Tune in for a conversation that treats law school admissions not as an impossible puzzle, but as a strategic path you can learn to navigate successfully.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 43

Navigating Law School Admissions with Miriam & Kristi
Podcast Episodes
The Reddit Edit [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:16
Do Miriam and Kristi read Reddit? You bet they do. In this episode, they offer their thoughts from SMH to LOL to TL;DR.
Pipeline Program Roundup [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:44
What is a pipeline program, and what programs might you explore? Miriam and Kristi speak to representatives from four programs to introduce applicants to the wide array of pipeline programs available. For more informatio…
What WAS That?!? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:07
Kristin Theis-Alvarez (Berkeley) joins Miriam and Kristi as they reflect on the 2020-2021 cycle, an unprecedented roller coaster ride of a year for applicants and adcomms alike.
Season 2 Trailer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:43
They’re back! Miriam and Kristi will return for a second season of Navigating Law School Admissions later this summer. Check out their new website to submit a question, or upload your personal statement or resume for rev…
Listener Q&A [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:25
It’s time for your questions! Miriam and Kristi respond to listener questions about researching schools during a global pandemic, “good” writing, how long it takes to read a file, and more (with a shout-out to Malcolm Gl…
(Good) Judgment Day [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:03
Nkonye Iwerebon (Columbia Law School) joins Miriam and Kristi to dig into addenda, character and fitness issues, contacting admissions offices, and all things judgment related. Good judgment is a key to every application…
The So-Called Softs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:41
Miriam and Kristi share their thoughts on the so-called “softs” – and explain why these aspects of your application may be the most important of all. This episode includes lots of resume tips, and a discussion of when to…
Nailing the Personal Statement [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:01
Mathiew Le (University of Texas at Austin School of Law) joins Miriam and Kristi to offer advice on personal statements.
Our Recs for Your Recs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:25
Miriam and Kristi talk about letters of recommendation, with advice for both applicants and recommenders. They answer questions including how many letters you should submit, who should write them, and what makes a letter…
It’s About Time [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:31
Johann Lee (Northwestern Pritzker School of Law) joins Miriam and Kristi for a discussion about timing your law school application right: both choosing an admissions cycle and timing within a cycle.