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Should You Wait to Apply to Law School (2024) | Break Into Law School®
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The number one question students have been asking us over the last couple of weeks is whether they should still plan to apply to law school this cycle or if they should wait and apply to law school
next cycle. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, this question feels more pressing than ever. In this video, Sydney talks about application timing, whether you should wait to apply, how to know if you're ready to apply this cycle, and the importance of making strong long-term decisions for your legal career.
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0:00 Introduction
6:05 The importance of preparation
11:52 Maximizing Your Application
18:04 The Value of Patience
21:21 Don't rush writing essays
24:44 Resume is not ready
27:14 Different from college counseling
28:50 Student example story
34:40 It is worth the wait
36:26 Special gift from Sydney
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Barrier Breakers® is a non-profit organization that provides high-touch admissions advice to students of all backgrounds but specializes in supporting first-generation and other marginalized students on their path to becoming a lawyer. With our team of 7+ admissions advisors who are current and former deans and directors of law school, we have helped over 7,000 students throughout the law school admissions process and beyond.
If you're interested in working with us on your law school applications, learn more about our services for law school students at law.barrier-breakers.org.
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Life as a Black Lawyer with Haynes Boone | Break Into Law School®
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What is life like for a Black lawyer at an AM LAW 200 Firm? Sydney had the pleasure of interviewing three Black lawyers at Haynes Boone, part of the Black Lawyers Alliance, to learn about their 1L Summer programs, affinity groups, and resources for lawyers of color! Learn more about Haynes Boone Summer Programs here: www.haynesboone.com/careers/summer-associates Learn how to work with us on law...
Barrier Breakers Remains Committed to Your Higher Education Dreams (2024) | Break Into Law School®
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To reach out to us, feel free to email us at hello@barrier-breakers.org or submit questions to us a bit.ly/breakintolawschool. For more information about Barrier Breakers, visit barrier-breakers.org. Today is a historic day in our nation’s history. Whether you are happy or sad, angry or hopeful, today will shape and impact higher education for years to come. For many of you, we know that access...
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For more information and show notes on each episode check out: breakintolaw.org/ Learn how to work with us on law school applications: law.barrier-breakers.org/ Learn more about our law school admissions advising: law.barrier-breakers.org/ Learn about the 7 Unwritten Rules First-Generation Professionals Need to Know: barrierbreakers.ck.page/firstgen Check out our Master Your Soft Factors packag...
8 Tips for Law School Fairs and Forums | Break into Law School (2024)
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Come See Us! Break Barriers - Law School Info Session www.eventbrite.com/e/barrier-breakers-law-school-info-session-tickets-1032670524337?aff=oddtdtcreator In this episode, Sydney Montgomery, the Executive Director and Founder of Barrier Breakers, discusses 8 tips to prepare and remember when you attend to Law School fairs and forums. What do I wear? What questions should I ask? How many school...
Meet The Students Whose Dreams You Make Possible - Break Into Law School
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Meet the students who achieved their academic dreams because of our generous donors. Yet, there are many students who are in need of support to achieve their dreams. If you’re looking for a way to support our mission, consider becoming a volunteer or a donor! Click the link below to learn more about how you can help us support marginalized students on their journey through higher education. bar...
How To Write A Compelling "Why This School" Essay | Break into Law School (2024)
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Learn how to work with us on law school applications: law.barrier-breakers.org/ In this episode, Sydney Montgomery, the Executive Director and Founder of Barrier Breakers, discusses how to write a compelling "Why This School" essay. She dives into an analogy of "the final rose" that was the key factor in the show Bachelor and Bachelorette, and compares that with the law school admissions proces...
How to Succeed on the LSAT with Reggie Whittaker (2024) | Break Into Law School®
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Join Sydney Montgomery from Barrier Breakers and Reggie Whitaker from LSAT Demon as they dive into effective strategies for succeeding on the LSAT, especially for marginalized students. Reggie shares his own journey, the importance of having a comfortable support system, and crucial tips on tackling new changes in the exam format. Discover why investing in good prep and community support is ess...
3 Easy Ways to Make an Impactful Personal Statement Part 2 (2024) | Break Into Law School®
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Learn how to work with us on law school applications: law.barrier-breakers.org/ In this episode, Sydney Montgomery, the Executive Director and Founder of Barrier Breakers, discusses the optimal number of drafts for a law school personal statement. Sydney emphasizes that while around 3 to 6 drafts are customary, excessively refining up to 10 or more can indicate deeper issues. She identifies the...
Best Number of Drafts for Your Personal Statement? (2024) | Break Into Law School®
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Join Sydney Montgomery, founder and executive director of Barrier Breakers, as she delves into the intricacies of drafting a personal statement for law school applications. Sydney discusses the ideal number of drafts, the importance of outlining, and offers valuable tips to streamline your writing process. Whether you are a first-generation, minority, or immigrant student, or simply looking for...
Four Successful T-14 Personal Statements (2024) | Break into Law School®
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  • @SLCtica
    @SLCtica 12 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Taking the LSAT January 18th and only regret not finding your channel sooner. I can't believe this video is 39 minutes long because I found it to be thoroughly engaging, informative, and entertaining from beginning to end. 39 minutes flew by in an instant! I'm looking forward to your conference this year in June.

  • @darlissaleatherwood8197
    @darlissaleatherwood8197 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video!

  • @TheSuperZufan
    @TheSuperZufan 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you so much for this informative video. I’m going back to school to complete my BA and will be going straight through to get my JD/MBA. As a black woman of a certain age, having black women who can guide me in this space is encouraging & inspiring. So, I appreciate this. ❤❤❤

  • @pcarebear1
    @pcarebear1 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So true, i shared my personal and professional experiences and how they opened my mind to consider law and law school. It was a long 10 yrs, while getting a masters, that led me to seriously consider law 😅

  • @David-sx5jt
    @David-sx5jt หลายเดือนก่อน

    How can I request assistance on essays?

  • @David-sx5jt
    @David-sx5jt หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ugggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhh........ ty

  • @BlueUKLouis
    @BlueUKLouis หลายเดือนก่อน

    Incredible!!!

  • @BlueUKLouis
    @BlueUKLouis หลายเดือนก่อน

    REAL

  • @JosieVanDeKer
    @JosieVanDeKer หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m 49 and only 3 classes away from getting my BA in Business. Wondering if I’m too old for law school. Maybe the 8 month Paralegal Program is best…

  • @JPWick
    @JPWick หลายเดือนก่อน

    Curious, given the following context, is a 150 LSAT a deal-breaker for T14?: 3.98 ug gpa (while working full-time, managing $500MM portfolio at largest investment bank), 3.57 grad gpa in conflict resolution (while working full-time at largest credit reporting company), 4.0 grad gpa in diplomacy and international law from France (while working full-time at boutique DC law firm that handles financial services regulatory compliance). I'm a non-attorney partner at said DC law firm as the COO and managing mediator. 150 LSAT after 1 practice exam. Realistically, could not devote more time to studying for the LSAT, but taken the past 2 years to divest portfolio and in-process of stepping down from role and transition duties to interim successor to give study of law my full focus. Thanks for your informal assessment/feedback. (edit to add age for relevance: in early-mid 30's; this isn't about money, if it were I'd had stayed in IB, I've just always wanted to be a lawyer, but had to make my own way in the process, and was given amazing opportunities along that journey)

  • @JPWick
    @JPWick หลายเดือนก่อน

    Given the following context, is a 150 LSAT a deal-breaker for T14?: 3.98 ug gpa (while working full-time, managing $500MM portfolio at largest investment bank), 3.57 grad gpa in conflict resolution (while working full-time at largest credit reporting company), 4.0 grad gpa in diplomacy and international law from France (while working full-time at boutique DC law firm that handles financial services regulatory compliance). I'm a non-attorney partner at said DC law firm as the COO and managing mediator. 150 LSAT after 1 practice exam. Realistically, could not devote more time to studying for the LSAT, but taken the past 2 years to divest portfolio and in-process of stepping down from role and transition duties to interim successor to give study of law my full focus.

  • @joanachai
    @joanachai หลายเดือนก่อน

    not u humbling us lmao but super helpful fr thank u <3

  • @pcarebear1
    @pcarebear1 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm watching this literally the same day I'm taking my Writing section. I've been putting it off for so long and this was so comforting, uplifting and informative!

  • @dongo772
    @dongo772 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Prayer request for admission at UP for a post grad Doctorate in Professional development study in 2025. Prayer for success in the studies of my daughters both at tertiary. In Him we trust 🙏

  • @globeubf4
    @globeubf4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is helpful. Thank you!

  • @venusscantlebury527
    @venusscantlebury527 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thank you so much for this video! applying this year and this has reassured me of the process

  • @David-sx5jt
    @David-sx5jt หลายเดือนก่อน

    thank you!

  • @sisterpatroach320
    @sisterpatroach320 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very nice interviews. There is a Haynes Boone office in Orange County CA. Learned much! A nice way to end my evening. Thank you Ms. Sydney and your three guests! Warm regards, Ms. Pat

  • @JTIrons
    @JTIrons หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you, Sydney and Haynes Boone!

  • @franklinmba-nwite5355
    @franklinmba-nwite5355 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is really encouraging and I feel so reassuring with your kind supportive expose

  • @StrategistArob-j2s
    @StrategistArob-j2s 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    good video mam.

  • @StrategistArob-j2s
    @StrategistArob-j2s 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi mam, How are you? You are making amazing video content. I just watched your TH-cam video and your video quality is appreciable. I am so impressed by your content.

  • @MrDavid3443
    @MrDavid3443 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Please pray for me and all over November LSAT takers

  • @patriciaroach3359
    @patriciaroach3359 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Ms. Sydney. Jesus is still on the throne and not wringing His hands. He knows it all. My trust is in Him and not a person. I am at peace, His peace that is available to anyone who asks Him and receives. Enjoy a fruitful day and remainder of this week. Ms. Pat

  • @whitneychanell
    @whitneychanell 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for even thinking to share this message today. It's definitely a challenging moment, for many reasons. Now that the initial hurt is over, it's only motivated me more to become an attorney.

  • @ladyneal8145
    @ladyneal8145 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m actually taking the November one tomorrow and I didn’t see one for it but this fed my soul just the same. Thank you

  • @shariecebrewster5962
    @shariecebrewster5962 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am taking note on my career

  • @shariecebrewster5962
    @shariecebrewster5962 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    New on there's

  • @TiffanyCaraballo
    @TiffanyCaraballo 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Taking Jan LSAT. Already started the applications and everything will be completed by the time my score hits. I'll make a couple priority deadlines barely but 🤷🏻‍♀️. Trying to prep for the LSAT and spinal surgery isn't any fun. I can assure you.

  • @nyzjrionaslife1186
    @nyzjrionaslife1186 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @gunturkaivan2000
    @gunturkaivan2000 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for the video. It was really encouraging. I’m currently struggling with the LSAT, as I have very limited time to study and practice due to my work schedule. Still, I don’t want this to stop me from pursuing law degree. I realize that I may need to adjust my expectations and aim for a lower-ranked but decent school with excellent programs.

  • @sisterpatroach320
    @sisterpatroach320 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Ms. Sydney. Very helpful podcast about law school Fairs and Forums. You are a blessing and freely share information if headed yields great results. Enjoy a fruitful day and week. Warm regards, Ms. Pat

  • @uncommonvegan
    @uncommonvegan 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Will you be coming to Houston next month? Crossing my fingers 🤞🏽

  • @nicolegatto7322
    @nicolegatto7322 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I cannot believe this video has only 39 views. Nimat provided so many invaluable insights about the process of transitioning into a legal career after teaching! I’m 26 and have been a sub teacher/educator for the past few years in nyc. Deeply related to a lot of what Nimat said. This got my juices flowing for my “why law, why now?” Thank you so much for these videos!!

  • @ḵulagaaw
    @ḵulagaaw 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Either these two went to law school or they never read anything from anyone trained in law school. Lmao

  • @themela9podcastwithfulaniyira
    @themela9podcastwithfulaniyira 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That’s for this Sista. I appreciate my AD/HD. 😊❤

  • @jayjayeffron9249
    @jayjayeffron9249 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I pray you women keep doing God's work. This is a lost truth among our generations these days. GOD BLESS YOU RICHLY THIS SEASON AND THE NEXT

  • @DestineyBurrus-b7c
    @DestineyBurrus-b7c 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I really love this video! Thank you guys so much for the information I would love to join your program!

  • @thatianahchampagne9100
    @thatianahchampagne9100 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amen!! Thank you so much!! In Jesus's name I will be okay! thank you thank you

  • @sisterpatroach320
    @sisterpatroach320 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Outstanding! You are indeed a gift from God to the Barrier Breaker incoming and outgoing students! I thank the Lord for you!

  • @kamilalaalalala5819
    @kamilalaalalala5819 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great . GREAT … again .. GREAAAT video 🙏❤️ god bless you for this video . As a first generation student there is so much misinformation within applying and negotiating. Which plays such a physical , mental , and emotional strain and if one is not prepared to handle it one can get so lost . Thank you for this

  • @jayjayeffron9249
    @jayjayeffron9249 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It is quite interesting to hear the paragraph structure debate. In law school you are taught in excess about brevity, how is that not applicable to LSAT writing? Do not give me five sentences if you can win it all in three. Giving more than is needed is a waste of precious minutes on LSAT writing. A WASTE. At this point y'all trust God because trying to please people will lead you astray.

  • @Boc3phu5
    @Boc3phu5 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good advise. Thanks. How much is a minimum payment of law school graduate?

  • @jquint321
    @jquint321 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I scored a 96th percentile on the exam. Currently put in multiple applications in and looking forward to sharing those decisions soon.

  • @Charlesthetraveler
    @Charlesthetraveler 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a record, 1 felony, and I’m looking for help to attend law school. This specific felony is the reason I am wanting to attend law school but this is big hurdle for me. Can you help

  • @djkenny7131
    @djkenny7131 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thank God that i finally found your channel almost at the very time i was considering giving up ....remain blessed

  • @Freedom_Peace838
    @Freedom_Peace838 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome show!

  • @sisterpatroach320
    @sisterpatroach320 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow, What a treat to see two precious gifts who are on the LSAT road with me. This podcast brought a wide smile to my lips. Thank you Jesus for the pleasant surprise! Ms. Pat

  • @nadineellis7372
    @nadineellis7372 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This may be hard to understand but I have realized that God will allow us to go through some serious testing in order that his purpose for us can be birthed, as hard as it was she had to go through this in order to be helping these ppl now, it's easier to understand someone's pain if we ourselves have had pain, God bless this lovey woman of God

  • @astride_01
    @astride_01 4 หลายเดือนก่อน