Tuscaloosa Probate Judge Ward D. Robertson III will be coming to speak to us on his experience with law school, how he became a judge, and what his current job entails! This is another very successful legal career path I encourage you all to explore!
First-generation students begin their legal education from various starting points academically, professionally, and financially. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will present money scripts that impact decision-making and actions you can take as a first-generation student to confidently earn, borrow, spend, protect, and save money. Click on event to access registration link.
Choosing a law school is an important decision that will impact your experience, money, and career. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will use XploreJD by AccessLex® to guide you through a list of factors to consider, such as law school costs, bar passage and job placement rates, and scholarship opportunities as you narrow down a list of schools that meet your needs and preferences. Click on event to access registration link.
Once you’ve identified your target schools, being strategic and thoughtful in applying is the best way to increase your chances of receiving a law school acceptance letter. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will review the essential components of a successful law school application. Click on event to access registration link.
A little knowledge about the financial aid process and available options will go a long way in lowering your stress as you fund your legal education. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will discuss cost of attendance, the financial aid application process, and the types of aid available to law students. Click on event to access registration link.
A well-built budget is the best tool for making student loan refunds last all year, managing lifestyle and expenses, tracking debt, and planning for big expenses like the bar exam during law school. During this event, an Accredited Financial Counselor® from AccessLex Institute® will walk you through how to build a budget that accounts for each of these items and more. Click on event to access registration link.
Dr. Cappello, a history professor at the University of Alabama who specializes in legal history, will be coming to give his presentation on legal careers outside of law school.
