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The College of Staten Island’s Legal Studies Institute (LSI) is housed within the Department of Political Science and Global Affairs and the Department of Philosophy.

Saturday, November 20, 2021

CORRECTION: Free LSAT Prep Opportunity from UB Law School

 

Dear Students,

My previous announcement of this LSAT Test Prep opportunity neglected to mention that the CSI Legal Studies Institute will reimburse any current or former CSI student for the $100 fee. If you sign up for this workshop, simply use your own credit card, keep all receipts, and submit to me for reimbursement.

Free LSAT Prep Opportunity from Univ. of Buffalo Law School

 The University at Buffalo School of Law is offering LSAT Prep Workshops and Practice Test events to help you prepare for the LSAT. Come and learn what skills you’ll need to succeed in getting the best LSAT score possible. The following LSAT Prep events will take place virtually.

LSAT Prep Workshop

Our comprehensive workshop teaches valuable techniques and skills to master the LSAT. Workshops cost $100 and includes instructions with Erin Decker '16 who scored a perfect 180 on the LSAT. 


Saturday, December 11, 2021 & Sunday, December 12, 2021:

  • Part I: Saturday, December 11, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)
  • Part II: Sunday, December 12, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)

Saturday, January 8, 2021 & Sunday, January 9, 2022:

  • Part I: Saturday, January 8, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)
  • Part II: Sunday, January 9, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)

Be prepared for test day! Learn valuable test-taking strategies. A Practice Test costs $50 and includes a 3-hour virtual review of LSAT PrepTest73, which is available online through LSAC's free Official LSAT PrepAttendees are responsible for taking test 73 on their own before the review class.


Saturday, October 23, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (est)


SPACE IS LIMITED. REGISTER TODAY!

Thursday, November 18, 2021

Free LSAT Prep Opportunity from Univ. of Buffalo Law School

 The University at Buffalo School of Law is offering LSAT Prep Workshops and Practice Test events to help you prepare for the LSAT. Come and learn what skills you’ll need to succeed in getting the best LSAT score possible. The following LSAT Prep events will take place virtually.

LSAT Prep Workshop

Our comprehensive workshop teaches valuable techniques and skills to master the LSAT. Workshops cost $100 and includes instructions with Erin Decker '16 who scored a perfect 180 on the LSAT. 


Saturday, December 11, 2021 & Sunday, December 12, 2021:

  • Part I: Saturday, December 11, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)
  • Part II: Sunday, December 12, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)

Saturday, January 8, 2021 & Sunday, January 9, 2022:

  • Part I: Saturday, January 8, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)
  • Part II: Sunday, January 9, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (edt)

Be prepared for test day! Learn valuable test-taking strategies. A Practice Test costs $50 and includes a 3-hour virtual review of LSAT PrepTest73, which is available online through LSAC's free Official LSAT PrepAttendees are responsible for taking test 73 on their own before the review class.


Saturday, October 23, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (est)


SPACE IS LIMITED. REGISTER TODAY!

Saturday, November 6, 2021

Hello. I am writing to pass along a message from Maxwell Velikodny, President of the CSI Pre-Law Club.  Thank you, Maxwell, for all that you do for us. MP

Hello Everyone,

 

I hope you are all doing well. Firstly, I want to apologize for the infrequent emails from the club regarding events, internships, or meetings. Truthfully, I have been pretty tied up with law school applications and familial obligations. Nevertheless, the club will be fully committed to sending frequent updates from now on!

 

Updates:

  1. The Pre-Law Society is currently organizing a virtual event(s) later in the semester—likely early December—where several lawyers will participate and provide their insights. I am committed to getting someone that specializes in immigration law and intellectual property law since those seemed to be the primary interest this semester. Nevertheless, I will also ask judges, civil and criminal attorneys, and lawyers in the business profession.
  2. Below are some internships that are connected to the law or have some intersection:

 

Ultimately, have an open mind. Legal internships are out there, but you have to look for them. I highly suggest LinkedIn, Indeed.com, and plain ol’ Google. Trust me, it will be worth your time.

 

  1. Columbia Law School has invited the Pre-Law Society to attend “Connecting the Dots: From Pre-Law to the Legal Profession.” I highly advise those of you interested in becoming a lawyer to attend as the event will certainly provide valuable insights. 



Columbia Law School,
CLS Black Law Students Association, and
CLS Latinx Law Students Association

invite you to attend



Connecting the Dots: 

From Pre-Law to the Legal Profession


Monday, November 8, 2021

5pm–7pm ET



Keynote Speaker: Sheila Boston ’93
President of the New York City Bar Association
Partner, Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP

  


 

Please join us for our symposium—Connecting the Dots: From Pre-Law to the Legal Profession—designed to inspire underrepresented students interested in exploring the legal field to chart a path through law school and beyond.  In particular, Connecting the Dots seeks to encourage students of color to consider attending law school as a portal to various sectors in the private and public spheres.

 

 

 

AGENDA

  

  • 5pm-6pm: Featuring Keynote Speaker, Sheila Boston ’93, followed by a panel of attorneys representing various legal sectors.
  • 6pm-7pm: Breakout sessions with current Columbia Law School BLSA and LaLSA students.