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About Evelyn R. Calvoni
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I can answer questions about law school and the process of applying to law school. I recently graduated in May 2008, so it's all fresh in my mind. I can answer questions about how to apply to law school, the LSAT, getting letters of recommendation, writing your personal statement, etc. I can also answer questions about what life is like during law school and the different opportunities students should take advantage of during their law school experience, i.e., law review, networking events, moot court, clinics, internships, what classes to take, etc. I can also answer questions about what it's like to look for a job, what are good jobs to get right out of law school, and general questions about writing cover letters and resumes. I can also answer questions about judicial clerkships after law school.
Experience
I am a recent law school graduate (May 2008). I have been through the process and have taken advantage of many different opportunities throughout my three years in law school. I've done internships, a clinic, been on law review, been on moot court, and participated in several moot court competitions. I am currently clerking for a state Court of Appeals judge.
Education/Credentials
I have a BA in Political Science.
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Expert: Evelyn R. Calvoni - 9/17/2008
Question
I am presently in my first year and working towards a psychology degree and
have a great desire to become an attorney but more precisely work for the prosecution. What I was wondering is what degree I should highly consider
and others that I should not. I would prefer a degree that could still get me a
good career if I do not get accepted ( even if post graduate studies are
required)
P.S i live in canada lol
Answer
Hi AJ,
I'm not sure how things work in Canada, but in the U.S. it doesn't matter what undergrad degree you have; you can go to law school with any undergrad degree.
One of the nice things about law school (at least in the U.S.) is that your success there doesn't depend at all on what you studied in undergrad. Law school admission committees seek to admit a diverse group of students, so they choose students with all different backgrounds. I studied political science in undergrad and while it taught me a lot, it didn't prepare me at all for law school. You might benefit some from something like a justice studies degree or something along those lines. But ultimately, it won't matter much what you study in undergrad because law school is a completely different world with different rules. Regardless of what you study in undergrad, you will be pretty much on the same page as everyone else once you start law school. My advice to you is to study something you enjoy so that you make good grades and have fun in undergrad! If you're also concerned with having a degree that is still lucrative without law school, then I recommend you study whatever else you would want to do aside from law school. That ways, you'll have a back-up plan in case law school doesn't work out. Good luck!
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