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Canadian Law School applications close November 1st – Consider Law Abroad



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November 1st is the deadline for Ontario Law School Applications for the September 2014 intake.

OUAC reports that in 2013 there were 4758 applicants to Law schools in Ontario.  Out of that 4758, only 1502 got accepted into first year places.  That is a 32% chance of getting an offer.  wow….

 

Why not consider Australia or the UK as an option for Studying Law Abroad?  …

Adelaide Law School Testimonial



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Adelaide Law School encourages Canadian students to apply.  Canadian students holding an undergraduate degee can complete the graduate Law program in three years.

A Canadian Currently Completing the Adelaide Bachelors of Laws (LLB) says:

“Studying at a Group of Eight university in Australia’s most affordable city and learning from leading legal experts has been an incredible experience. The lifestyle is amazing with something for everyone from beaches, wineries,

Adelaide Law School webinar a success



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Last week, University of Adelaide  hosted the Adelaide Law School webinar with KOM Consultants.

Great information was given on the graduate-entry LLB program. We wanted to thank Dr. Paul Babie from the Adelaide Law School for taking the time to host the webinar.

Students who watched this webinar found it extremely informative regarding law school. If you missed the live broadcast, check out the recorded webinar version on the KOM website. …

Canadian and Australian Law School LLB vs. Juris Doctor



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Law School:  LLB vs. JD

The Juris Doctor designation is common in the United States, where students must complete an undergraduate degree before attending law school. Meanwhile, the LLB designation reigned supreme in Canada and other Commonwealth countries such as Britain. The difference is that in Canada—like in the States—most students have already completed an undergrad degree before entering law school; across the pond, students can attend law school straight out of high school. 

The University of Toronto became the first law school to make the switch in 2001 because it was concerned that the LLB “understated the level of education our students had,” dean Mayo Moran noted.  …