University of Georgia Pre-Law Program

The countdown is on for the 13th annual UGA Law School Fair. Come out to the MLC - 4th Floor Rotunda to meet with law schools to have your burning questions about Law School answered.

The UGA Law School Fair is scheduled to begin in 2 Hours. Are you ready? What law schools are you looking forward to speaking with?

Did you know the following schools are registered to attend the UGA Law School Fair? The George Washington Law School Duke University Miami Law... Notre Dame Law School UGA School of Law University of Oregon Penn State Law Michigan State University Golden Gate University UCLA School of Law University of Alabama South Texas Law School Loyola New Orleans Boston College Just to name a few... not to mention all 5 Georgia law schools. Check out the complete list: https://prelaw.uga.edu/lawfair/

Here's a list of potential questions to consider to kick-start your discussion with law school recruiters: How does your law school review applications? When do you typically let candidates know about admissions decisions? What do you look for in a personal statement?... Is there an advantage in applying early? If applicable, what type of support/services are available for nontraditional students? What type of support/services are available for veterans? Do most students study on campus or off campus? What does a typical week look like for 1Ls? Are there opportunities to be a part of law review or law journal and when can you access this? Are their study abroad opportunities? What percentage of entering students have taken time off after college graduation? Do you have any formal mentoring or networking programs? What services are offered at your school’s career services office? Do you offer merit or need-based scholarship or grants? If so, what criteria do you use? Do you have a loan repayment programs for graduates who go into public interest law? (For state supported schools) Are students able to obtain state residency status while in law school? What is your favorite tradition at your law school? See more

Whether you are a UGA student or a recent graduate thinking about law school, don't miss your chance to visit with 75+ recruiters from all over the country. The fair opens at 3 p.m. and we will be here until 6 p.m. Stop by between classes and say hello. Business Casual Attire is recommended but not required. Bring your UGA ID to the check-in table at the east entrance of the MLC.

Here are some tips to help you prepare for the Law Fair: 1. Take a look at the law schools that will be in attendance and make a list of the tables you want to visit. Have a strategy, but also be open to talk to reps from schools that are not on your list. 2. Before the event make a list of the questions you want to ask each school. Do your homework. Avoid asking questions that can be easily found with a quick Google search or on the ABA required disclosures, such ...as median LSAT score, tuition, and bar passage rates. Also, do not ask a rep to simply tell you about their school (this is too general, ask a more specific question like, Does your law school have any study abroad opportunities?). 3. Dress to impress. You don’t have to wear a suit, but your appearance should be professional. Business casual is appropriate. 4. Bring your UGA ID, something to take notes, and a few business cards (you won’t give them out to every rep, but they can be helpful to have on hand if a rep offers to follow-up on a question by email). Leave resumes at home unless you’ve been asked in advance to bring one by a particular rep. 5. Create a positive first impression. Introduce yourself with confidence. Be prepared to give a 10-15-second (NOT 10-15 minute) elevator speech about your background/interests. If you are currently applying, let them know. 6. Be courteous. Do not monopolize a rep’s time. Do not just ask for fee waivers or freebies and walk way. Avoid conversations about law school rankings. 7. If you have a meaningful interaction with a rep and receive their business card, do not be afraid to follow-up with a thank you email. See more