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Originally posted by KSig RC
Hardly something for Kevlar to base his own expectation on, although the sentiment you're applying is probably the most healthy way to look at it. Just realize that you're not exactly performing science (or logic) with your conclusion.
You also assume here that a primary goal is Big Law , which also draws considerably more graduates from (surprise!) bigger, better, coastal law schools . . . 20% certainly isn't an accurate requirement for graduates from Columbia, for instance, when it comes to finding work for the largest firms (or analogous positions in other sectors). There's far more available than "large or medium firms", as well, but I'm sure you've done the research . . . right?
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I completely agree with this...what people have to understand that it's more than slightly annoying to see people who are not in the legal field telling others "how it is" in the legal job market or law school.
That being said, yes, you may have an easier time getting your first job if you are at a better school and/or at the top of your class. HOWEVER, this all depends on the individual and personal connections. After you get your first job though, anyone can go anywhere. I have friends who went to law schools that I had never even heard of before they told me about them. These people started at smaller firms and made a lateral move over to a bigger firm after 3-5 years. They proved themselves at their first job and became good attorneys who were desireable candidates regardless of their alma mater or grades.
The point of this is: there is no "rule" for getting a job in the legal field. There are so many variables that for anyone to say it is "always" one way is just ridiculous. If you want to go to law school, consider the costs and do your research...if you still want to go after reading the good and bad then good luck!