How I Got Into A Top Law School

There are many ways to get into law school. But I thought I’d share my journey from undergrad to UCLA Law; everything from getting good grades in college, to taking the LSAT, to playing the waitlist game over the summer. I call my story "Legally Brunette."

I knew from a young age that I wanted to be an attorney. Seeing the dramatizations of trial lawyers on TV made me want to get into a courtroom myself. So I did my best to get good grades throughout high school and college. I studied hard and participated in mock trial.

When the time came, I studied the LSAT for months. I studied the crap out of the strategies and tactics in order to get a good score on the LSAT. A good LSAT score is the single most important thing you can do to get into law school.

Eventually, I applied to the top 20 law schools in the country. I was accepted into some, rejected by others, and waitlisted at a few. But I got into the school of my choice (UCLA) and did pretty well (mostly A’s). I got the job of my dreams and am a practicing attorney to this day.

In my spare time, I teach current law students how to kick ass in law school.

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[kapmando]

I really wanted to be an architect, but turns out they aren’t allowed to carry machine guns either.

[coleggggl]

I have an idea for a video. You could explain the different types of lawyers and their pros and cons.

[Trsh_can]

he is the most lawyer looking lawyer I've ever seen

[Gilamang]

For some of us, the absurd overweighting of LSAT is a tremendous benefit and can practically give you a clean slate, provided you score high enough. I literally failed UG classes and managed to get into a top 6 law school. Key was several months of practice LSATs.

[mirasga]

I got good grades and aced the law school entrance exam. During the interview the Asst. Dean asked me why I wanted to be a lawyer and I replied "I want to be different from the rest of my family who are into engineering and medical fields." He then told me: "You want to be different? Well, you can become acrobat instead."

[t.jaygivens]

Shoutout to Loyola. They have night law classes and are the main reason I am getting a law degree while being a father with a a full time job

[unprocessed_life]

I have several friends who double majored in Theatre and poli sci and then went onto Law school and are literally kicking ass as lawyers. I DO think theatre classes in performance greatly improve many qualities that benefit a career in law. Being able to present yourself and perform matters and theatre is great at instilling that.

[jonathanfaber]

I love how he implies lawyers are allowed to carry machine guns

[matthewthesecond]

BTW, the LSAT is scored between 120-180, not 0-180.

[phonetism]

my business law class definitely cemented my love for law. i'm currently working as a legal assistant for my aunt and learning how to draft, ask questions, and file, even sitting in on court hearings. honestly i've enjoyed everything about it! i've even been able to utilise some of my training for my main job as a board member :D

[cj-mayo]

Philosophy with an emphasis on logic is probably the best and most helpful degree for law school

[tcmyrick]

D. your life is so interesting I wish I had your drive. It goes to show if you want to be successful you have work super hard.

[miguelescalantemilke]

Bruh... You always inspire me to study way harder than I do right now.
That determination and passion for your degree is something I lost somewhere along the way. But everytime you talk about how you climbed your way to be an excellent lawyer, it simply moves something in me.
Thanks man. Keep doing as you do

[suchanasubedi]

The half hearted dead laughter when he said his study partner went to stanford (11:24)

[HashemSmashem]

Great video. I take breaks from studying for my USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Exam) to watch your videos. I find it very inspiring and motivational to hear other people's hard work and success stories. Even if it's in other fields! :D

Big fan and subscriber from Saudi Arabia!

[taintwasher]

He got in by getting straight A's, winning national mock trial twice in a row, slaying a dragon, and taking a lot of LSAT practice

[armandoangeles]

After watching a few of your videos you've convinced me to start preparing for the LSAT on my 2nd year of college. Thank you.

[hartbrothers]

Took a break in LSAT study to watch!! Love your videos. LSAT test day Sept 8th.

[nikoleopeodu]

I really appreciate your honesty and straightforwardness. A lot of the videos I see on here are all very intimidating but it was very refreshing to see a practicing attorney seem very upbeat. Thanks for the insight and keep up the good content!

[Ebathora]

I just got into UCLA off the waitlist literally two days ago and I'll be starting in two weeks! It's been a little bit of a shock getting everything ready for school when the rest of the class got months, but I'm so excited to start my future as a Bruin🤟