I don’t think this falls under the category of “Legal advice,” since this is more related to law school than law per se, so…
I’m a graduate student in music trying to get into a few competitive law schools. I’m in Canada, but I suppose the experience is similar south of the border. I didn’t get through my first time applying, which compelled me to do my M.A. I’ve enjoyed my year and a bit, but now it’s time to rev up applications for November again.
My LSAT score was fair, my grades are o-k (83% avg. or so), and I’ve sought professional help with forming my personal statement/sketch/opening letter to the law schools. I have some relevant volunteer work (but could stand to do more) What I think is lacking, however, is personal experience in the field of law itself.
I thought about trying to get an unpaid internship working in a law firm, getting a better feel for the profession. I don’t even know if it would help improve my chances that much, but I’m hoping that it does. However, I don’t know any lawyers, and so I wouldn’t know how to go about doing this. If you happen to be an attorney reading this let me ask you: if somebody came, unsolicited, asking to work in some form of an internship, would you be receptive, or annoyed/uninterested? It doesn’t strike me as the most efficient way to find such a position, but in lieu of any other suggestions, it seems to be my best option. It seems like the sort of position you only get if you know someone. I sadly, know no one worthwhile for this endeavor.
Any input or help you can offer would be greatly appreciated!