As a fairly successful attorney, even I have faced a tough career path since graduating from a top tier law school, and I would not recommend that anyone go to law school now. Tuition at private law schools is typically over $50,000 a year, even over $65,000 at some schools, regardless of the law school's ranking, bar passage rate, or employment statistics. Even public law schools will cost you over $24,000 a year (UC instate tuition already exceeds $40k/year), not to mention the lost income opportunities, ridiculously high textbook expenses, miscellaneous school fees, bar application fees, bar exam prep class fees, living costs, and effect on one's psyche.
This is just part 1 in a series of episodes and live stream lawyer shows on the topic of why going to law school is a bad idea, or at the very least requires A LOT of thought & planning before one dives into trying to have a legal career. There is a longer video on this channel about "Why going to law school is a bad idea," in my humble opinion, & a "Should I go to law school?" quiz. Please check out my other videos and subscribe for more legalrelated content.

I welcome your constructive feedback and comments. Going to law school sounds like a lofty aspiration, but consider many factors before taking a huge financial risk.

Best regards,
Judy the Youtube Lawyer

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