How to Prepare for the 2015 USC Law Fair

The 2015 USC Law Fair is taking place this Friday, October 9, 2015 in McCarthy Quad!  The Law Fair is a great opportunity to speak to representatives from over 100 ABA-approved law schools, gather more information about law schools and test prep companies, find out about pre-law opportunities and internships, and win test prep scholarships and prizes. We encourage all pre-law students to attend, whether you are currently applying to law school or whether you are just beginning to explore the possibility of pursuing a career in law.

If you are planning to attend the Fair, consider the following items during your preparation:

• Do your research. Familiarize yourself with the law schools, which will be attending the Fair.  The list of participating schools can be found here: https://dornsifecms.usc.edu/participating-law-schools/.  Create a list of schools you want to speak with at the Fair and conduct basic research on the schools, including admission criteria, location, size, and any specific programs that interest you.
• Ask questions. The Law Fair provides you with a great opportunity to speak with representatives from the law schools, so this is a perfect time to ask any questions you might have about that particular school.  Asking questions shows that you are genuinely interested in the school by engaging the representative in lively discussion.
• Timing.  If you plan to speak to many law schools and other organizations at the Fair, allow yourself enough time to visit each table and ask questions.  You want to give yourself enough time before class or after class to visit each of your targeted schools.

• Dress for success. Come to the Fair dressed appropriately so the law schools and other participating organizations are not distracted by your clothing.  Students may dress in business casual since you will be speaking will law school representatives, but we encourage all students to attend the Fair if they are on campus!

Visit our website for more information regarding the Law Fair: https://dornsifecms.usc.edu/usc-law-fair-2015/. We look forward to seeing you all at the Law Fair this Friday, October 9! If you have any specific questions that can’t be answered by reading through our website, email us at prelaw@usc.edu.