Built by a pre-law student, for pre-law students

Craft a standout pre-law path — and look T14‑ready.

Clean, professional guidance admissions will respect: study plans, experience roadmaps, essay tips, and verified links — all in one place.

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Ethical, straightforward advice.

Resume‑ready design.

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Purpose & Audience

This site is a student‑built reference intended to help undergraduates plan responsibly for law school. It emphasizes integrity, clear sourcing, and realistic expectations over hype. Advice is educational only and encourages applicants to verify policies on official sites.

I welcome feedback from admissions professionals on clarity, accuracy, and usefulness for first‑generation students and non‑traditional candidates.

Values

Accuracy over virality

Ethical conduct & C&F readiness

Accessibility & inclusive tone

Clear, actionable plans

Concrete steps for each semester and summer.

Essay & resume polish

Prompts, outlines, and samples to refine your voice.

Ethics & character

Professionalism, online presence, and C&F guidance.

LSAT Strategy

Consistency over cramming: 2–3 hour focused blocks, 4–5×/week. Track accuracy before speed. Blind review every PT. Keep an error log.

Khan Academy Official LSAT Prep

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Free, official practice with adaptive drills and full exams.

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7Sage

Paid

Explanations, analytics, and a strong logic games curriculum.

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LSAT Demon

Paid

Accuracy-first drills with daily live classes.

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LawHub (LSAC)

Official

Official PrepTests in a realistic, digital interface.

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Tip: Build a realistic schedule. If you miss days, protect sleep and resume the plan rather than doubling up. Use official materials whenever possible.

Internships & Experience

Aim for depth over scatter: 2–3 threads you grow every semester (e.g., court + policy research + pro bono clinic). Keep a running impact log for resume/essays.

Legal Internships

In-house legal, firms (litigation & corporate), clinics, DA/AG.

Court Exposure

Shadow hearings, observe trials, request judge/clerk chats.

Research & Writing

Professor RA work, campus journals, publish op-eds.

Leadership

Officerships in PAD, Pre-Law, Mock Trial, Debate, Model UN.

Professional conduct matters as much as content: reliability, judgment, and clear writing build the best recommendations.

Services

Mock Interviews

Kira‑style and live interview prep with targeted feedback, posture/pace coaching, and school‑specific questions.

General Admissions Advice

School list calibration, timeline planning, cold‑email scripts, and how to cultivate recommenders.

Essay & Resume Polish

Theme discovery, outlines, and line‑edits focused on clarity, authenticity, and impact.

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I do not write essays for applicants; I help applicants write their own best work.

Personal Statement & Materials

Personal Statement

• One clear theme; 2–3 vivid moments.

• Avoid generic 'why law' — use concrete stories.

• End by looking forward.

Diversity/Optional

• Only if it adds distinct context; be specific.

• Answer the prompt; don’t re‑hash PS.

• Clarity over flourish.

Resume & Addenda

• Impact bullets (action + outcome).

• One page; consistent formatting.

• Explain anomalies succinctly in addenda.

T14 Explorer

Links to official sites. For medians and outcomes, see each site + ABA 509 reports.

Northwestern Pritzker Law

Practice Areas & School Strengths

Examples (not rankings). Verify current clinics, journals, and employment.

Corporate / M&A / Securities

Suggested programs to explore: Penn, Columbia, NYU, Chicago, Harvard, Northwestern

Litigation / Appellate

Suggested programs to explore: UVA, Chicago, Stanford, Harvard, Yale

IP / Tech / Privacy

Suggested programs to explore: Berkeley, Stanford, Columbia, NYU

Public Interest / Gov

Suggested programs to explore: Yale, NYU, Berkeley, Georgetown

Environmental / Energy

Suggested programs to explore: Berkeley, Michigan, UCLA*, Vermont*

Application Timeline

Freshman–Sophomore

• Lock in GPA; take writing-intensive & logic/analytics-heavy courses.

• Join pre-law orgs; sustained volunteering (access to justice, court help).

• Seek legal internships or shadowing each semester/summer.

Junior Fall–Spring

• Diagnostic LSAT; choose a prep plan; build weekly rhythm.

• Deepen professor relationships; aim for 2–3 strong recommenders.

• Draft personal statement topics; keep an experience journal.

Summer before Senior Year

• Take the LSAT (or register early fall); finalize school list.

• Write PS + optional essays; assemble resume.

• Order transcripts; register for LSAC CAS; confirm fee waivers.

Senior Fall (Apply Early)

• Polish essays; request LORs; submit by Oct/Nov if possible.

• Track portals; respond to holds/updates quickly.

• Prep for interviews (Kira/live) with mock sessions.

Common Requirements

What schools typically ask for

• Most schools require LSAT or GRE (check each policy).

• LSAC’s Credential Assembly Service (CAS) handles transcripts/LORs.

• Personal statement, resume, addenda (if needed), optional/diversity statements.

• Character & Fitness disclosures — be complete and accurate.

• Rolling admissions: earlier apps can help.

Clubs & Activities to Consider

• Pre‑Law Society / Phi Alpha Delta / Mock Trial / Debate / Model UN

• Law‑review‑style campus journals; policy research groups

• Community legal aid clinics; court navigator programs

• Leadership roles (treasurer / secretary / president)

Founder

Alexander Godbey — Founder, Pre Law Pathways

Alexander is a Business Administration major (Finance emphasis) at the University of Missouri (GPA 3.97/4.0; Major 4.0/4.0), targeting a T14 law school with interests in corporate and litigation practice.

Experience includes a Legal Internship at Faber and Brand (complied affidavits, helped collect money for creditors; exposure to contracting and risk management) and a Legislative Internship in the Missouri State House (bill research, policy analysis, constituent services). He’s also worked customer‑facing roles at Walgreens and the City of Cape Girardeau Parks & Recreation.

On campus, he’s involved with Phi Alpha Delta, the Cornell Leadership Program, the University of Missouri Investment Group, and the Financial Management Association. Honors include the Chancellor’s Leadership Class & Award and the Eagle Scout rank. He volunteers with Sustain Mizzou, St. Mary’s Food Pantry, and Scouting for Food.

(Bio summarized from resume highlights.)

Quick Facts

• University of Missouri — BSBA, Finance (’28)

• Legal Intern — Saint Francis Healthcare System (Summer ’25)

• Legislative Intern — Missouri House (Spring ’25)

• Eagle Scout; Chancellor’s Leadership Class & Award

• PAD, UMIG, FMA; Volunteer — Sustain Mizzou & St. Mary’s Food Pantry

• LinkedIn

Verified Links

LSAC – Applying to Law School

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CAS (Credential Assembly Service)

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ABA 509 Reports (school-by-school data)

Open

AccessLex (scholarships & finance)

Open

Tip: Use ABA 509 reports for class profiles, scholarships, and outcomes.

About the Project / LLC‑Ready

Mission

Pre Law Pathways is my way of paying forward the help I wish I had starting out. I focus on clear steps, transparent sources, and real examples—no hype, no paywalls for basics. If this site saves you time, reduces stress, and helps you present your best story, it’s doing its job.

Services

Essay reviews, resume polish, mock interviews, and semester planning.

Integrity Pledge

I will not write or ghost‑author application essays. I will encourage accurate self‑representation and compliance with Character & Fitness expectations.

Terms & Privacy (Summary)

Terms (Plain‑English)

• Educational content only; not legal advice.

• Don’t copy to sell or misrepresent.

• Services are best‑effort; outcomes not guaranteed.

Privacy (Plain‑English)

• We collect only what you submit (e.g., contact form).

• No sale of personal data. Remove on request.

• Avoid sending sensitive info via forms.

FAQ — Admissions Context

Is this site affiliated with a law school or LSAC?

No. It’s an independent student project. All policy references point to official sources for verification.

Do you charge for access?

No paywall for core guidance. Optional one‑on‑one services are available on request.

How do you handle accuracy?

I revise content as policies and resources change and link to original sources (e.g., LSAC, ABA 509).

Do you write essays for applicants?

No. I help applicants brainstorm, outline, and edit for clarity and authenticity.

Contact / Updates

Questions or want feedback on materials? Send a note.

Response times vary during the academic year.

Disclaimers

• Not legal advice. Verify policies on official sites.

• School strengths are examples; research current data (see ABA 509).

• No personal data collected without consent.