The Pre-Law Studies Minor at Montclair State University is designed to enhance the preparation of students planning to seek admission to law school by promoting the development of abilities which are considered to be particularly important in the study and practice of law: to reason logically, to analyze complex ideas involving intricate interrelationships, to read with understanding and accuracy, and to write with clarity and precision. Pre-Law Studies is an interdisciplinary program emphasizing critical reasoning, writing and analytical skills. The program offers students a balanced and varied background, enriching the student’s academic major, in the acquisition of skills essential for success in the field of law.
A letter from Marilyn R. Tayler; University Pre-Law Advisor
Dear Pre-Law Student,
As A Montclair Pre-Law Advisor, I welcome you and look forward to assisting you on the path to law school. Informational materials are available online and/or in hard copy in the Department of Political Science and Law located in Dickson Hall, Room 204. These include but are not limited too:
- A sample Pre-Law Calendar that will help you in planning the right time for you to take the LSAT and apply to law school;
- The Law School Admissions Council website contains a wealth of information for prospective law students;
- "The Law School Applications Process", is a narrative containing helpful tips prepared by Montclair Univeristy Alumni who have successfully completed the process;
- Information to assist you in preparing your "Personal Statement";
- Information to assist you in obtaining letters of recommendation and guidelines to assist your recommendation writers in preparing letters for law school applicants;
- The latest "Boston College Law School Locator" contains a grid of the average LSAT scores and grade point averages of accepted candidates at most American Bar Association accredited law schools;
- The U.S. News and World Report ranking of law schools;
- Sample catalogs for many law schools;
- LSAT applications & online services;
- News and events of interest.
I look forward to assisting you throughout this process. My e-mail address is taylerm@mail.montclair.edu or you can call me at 973-655-4196.
Sincerely,
Marilyn R. Tayler
Marilyn R. Tayler
Professor of Legal Studies
