Looking at Law School: A Student Guide from the Society of American Law Teachers [Paperback]

Stephen Gillers (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 376 pages
• Publisher: Plume; 4 Rev Sub edition (May 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0452011787
• ISBN-13: 978-0452011786
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,272,918 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Varied essays; Some good, some dull and PC, May 7, 2004

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Matt (SACRAMENTO, CA, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Looking at Law School: A Student Guide from the Society of American Law Teachers (Paperback)

Some chapters are better than others. Several are good but many are written like the required reading for one of those required "diversity" courses in college. Those essays (about half the book) don't get into any practical information about law school, but instead focus on things like feminism, race, sexual orientation and how that relates to law, learning, or the typical student experience. Other chapters have interesting information and have good insight about subjects taught (Torts, Civil Procedure, etc.).

10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A great resource!, August 26, 1998

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This review is from: Looking at Law School: A Student Guide from the Society of American Law Teachers (Paperback)

As a future law student, this book was an invaluable resource. I feel much more prepared for entering law school, and know what to expect from my classes. Also, it has great info on financing and issues facing women, minorities, etc. The authors of the chapters seem to be very knowlegeable and qualified. I recommend it to everyone planning to go to law school.