The Dream and the Reality of Law School
Picture this:
You’re standing outside your graduation ceremony, diploma in hand, wearing a borrowed robe that feels heavy with pride — and possibility. You’ve spent years preparing for this moment. Late nights. Heavy textbooks. Endless exams. And now, you’re ready to step into the world as a lawyer.
But somewhere behind that excitement, there’s a voice asking:
“Was it worth it?”
For too many new law school graduates, the answer comes with a sharp edge — shaped by the size of their student loan bill. If you’re thinking about law school, pausing to really understand the debt, the payoff, and the path ahead is one of the smartest choices you can make. Continue reading