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Brooklyn College offers pre-law advising that gives students the support and guidance they need to make informed decisions about pursuing a career in the law.
We offer academic and career advisement that help students clarify and achieve their goals. Advisers engage with students on their motivations to attend law school, on curricular choices, on the law school admission process, and on legal careers. A faculty adviser assists students in assessing the academic, personal, and professional competencies and credentials needed to get into law school.
Law advising and mentoring is open to all students, regardless of their standing or major. Anyone with an interest in law, whether just beginning to explore or already working on law school applications, is welcome to visit the office and participate in events.
Keep in mind that there is no law major or minor or any particular program of study. There are no specific courses required for admission to law school, nor is there a suggested major.
To get help creating a personalized academic plan, discuss the process of applying to law school, talk about legal careers, and more, contact:
Anna Gotlib
Associate Professor, Philosophy Department Pre-Law Academic Adviser 3307 Boylan Hall 718.951.5311 AGotlib@brooklyn.cuny.edu
The Magner Career Center gives students interested in careers in law access to career advisement, professional networks, career events, internships, and more to help them clarify and achieve their goals.
For career planning, contact:
Pamela Brown-Laurenceau Assistant Director for Global Internships and Pre-Law Programs Magner Career Center James Hall 1303 718.951.5696 careernews@brooklyn.cuny.edu
Through the generosity of the Geen family, students like Jessica Betancourt and Finn Mayock received funding to support their LSAT preparation or participate in an unpaid internship.
By participating in several career events held each year, students also have access to successful Brooklyn College alumni who share their experiences working in the legal field, and provide students with valuable advice on navigating the pro’s and con’s of the profession. Here are just some of the past participants:
