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Where should I go next fall? / Re: St. Thomas - Florida?« on: January 02, 2006, 05:26:31 PM »
What were your numbers? I am a 1l there, and we had a huge class - 50% passed summer conditional so the class size was about 50 more than they anticipated. Maybe that is why they are being tougher this year. I would contact them and see what you could do to get off the wait list - it certainly couldn't hurt...
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Where should I go next fall? / Re: Saint Thomas Miami rejection --Where might i get in???« on: January 02, 2006, 05:24:17 PM »
Contact them and see if you can find out why = it doesn't make any sense. Would you consider asking to do the summer conditional? I know last year the mean LSAT was 150, and a few of my friends did the summer conditional and get it. Definitely take the LSAT again, maybe you can get it up a few points.
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Where should I go next fall? / Re: TO THE MOMS AND MOMWANNABES...i don't have anywhere better to post this« on: July 28, 2005, 08:18:42 AM »
I am a mom of a 10 year old and a 6 year old who is starting school full time. I am recently divorced, and since I get alimony decided I better do something to boost my income earning potential. My kids have after care at their school, and understand the concept of homework.
Do I wish I had gone when I was younger and before kids? I don't think I was ready. My 2 boys are the best motivator of managing time well and being efficient so I can study during the day and play with them at night. I did the stay at home mom thing for 8 years while my ex husband's salary went from 40K a year to $175K. My earning potential stayed stagnant and now I am paying for it. I never thought I would get divorced and be in this situation. All I can say is make sure you are able to provide for yourself if something terrible happens - you just never know. On a positive note, my real estate teacher at the community college where I took paralegal classes suggested staying in transactional law - she said the hours were much better than trial law. The women lawyers I have spoken to have been very supportive and tell me to not get caught up in the "BIG LAW" frenzy - there are so many different career paths you can take with a law degree. I just want to make a decent living - I am not looking for the new mercedes huge house etc. I would suggest finding a mentor who can guide you - I am lucky enough to have 4 female lawyers who are more than willing to do anything to help me out. Good luck to everyone! 34
Black Law Student Discussion Board / Re: Interview Attire (for the rising 2L's)« on: July 22, 2005, 04:33:19 PM »
Well, let me ask you another question - do you think a guy would realize if you are wearing a "cheap" suit vs an $800 suit, or is it the other women that we really dress for? I don't think my boyfriend would have a clue - even if I held the price tag in his face. I truly think that in general we dress to impress other women - men really don't say " Ooh - I dig her - look at those cute shoes"
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Black Law Student Discussion Board / Re: Interview Attire (for the rising 2L's)« on: July 21, 2005, 09:18:44 PM »
Maybe I am just showing my age - after all I have a mortgage and 2 kids, so there is no way I would justify spending that kind of $$ on myself.
I am very tall, and think the most important thing is the fit - you can spend $800 on a suit and if it doesn't fit you well, it was a waste. You can also spend $150 on a suit that fits you perfectly and you will look like a million bucks. How old are you guys - just so I can get some perspective. I guess if you are used to paying $150+ for a pair of jeans than this money is no big deal for you. 36
Black Law Student Discussion Board / Re: Interview Attire (for the rising 2L's)« on: July 21, 2005, 08:03:30 PM »
Is it just me but how can a 2L afford an $800.00 suit??? That's just nuts. What type of job do you have that you can buy this or are you running up credit cards - just asking
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Non-Traditional Students / Re: Books that you are reading??« on: July 13, 2005, 08:59:41 AM »
I have read -
Law School for DUmmies Slaying the Law School Dragon Planet Law School LS COnfidential Anatomy of a Lawsuit Law School without fear Need to finish reading Legal Writing and ANalysis Favorite nightly summer read? The Adventures of Captain Underpants read by my 10 year old. 38
Non-Traditional Students / Re: What Type of Law do you want to Practice« on: July 13, 2005, 08:53:51 AM »
Elder Law and/or Real Estate
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General Off-Topic Board / Re: Dell Inspiron vs. Latitude...if you're bored, let me know what you think.« on: July 09, 2005, 10:56:35 AM »
I have a reconditioned Inspiron 8500 which I love. It still has the same warranty available, and there was no way I could have afforded everything it has if I purchased it new. Keep an eye out for Dell sales - they always have really good deals.
HTH 40
General Off-Topic Board / Re: Holy sh*t I'm 30« on: July 09, 2005, 10:53:20 AM »
I'll be 40 when I graduate from law school - and damm proud of it.
And by the way, sex is even better in your thirties - I can't wait to see how it is in my forties!!! 
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