Pursuing a legal career in New York presents an exciting new world of opportunity. However, understanding reciprocity rules and the related requirements is necessary if you practice in a different …
Why NY Bar Applications Get Delayed: The Hidden Risk of Inconsistent Bar Application Disclosures
Applying to the bar is a high-stakes endeavor. It’s often not an understatement to say your entire career hinges on admission. If your NY Bar application has been delayed, it’s natural to feel a surge …
School Discipline on Your Bar Application? Avoid This Risk
Maybe you struggled with your initial law school course load, and your GPA plummeted. Or perhaps you had a tight deadline and plagiarized an assignment, or you drank too much at a school event, and …
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Facing a Criminal Conviction in Your Bar Application: How to Present It Strategically
A past criminal conviction can be a serious concern in the bar admission process. It could be a red flag that would trigger extra scrutiny with respect to your application and character & …
Past Theft & Your Bar Application: What it Means for NY Admissions
Living with a theft conviction often means feeling paralyzed by a constant question: Can I move on from my past and become a lawyer? Acing law school and passing the bar exam do very little to …
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Plagiarism & Bar Applications: Why Honesty Alone Isn’t Enough
We’ve been taught since childhood that honesty is the best policy, and candor certainly plays a critical role in navigating the complex character and fitness portion of your bar admission process. But …
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