Hillary Mantis Esq.

Hillary Mantis works with prelaw students, law students and lawyers. She is the assistant dean for the prelaw advising program at Fordham University and author of several career and law school admissions books. You can reach her at Hillary.Mantis@yahoo.com.

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10 things you should know about law schools before you apply

Whether you are making final decisions about where to enroll in law school, or just starting to...

preLaw Advice

Four ideas for getting a summer internship

It’s almost spring, which means that summer will be here before you know it. Do you have...

preLaw Advice

Is it better to go straight to law school, or take some time off before applying?

“When is the best time to apply to law school?” Benjamin nervously asked. He was a junior...

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How to answer really tough interview questions

You have checked your resume over twice. You have lined up all your references. You have re-familiarized...

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Tips for dealing with the anxiety of applying to law school

There is often anxiety at some point for applicants during the law school application process. Will I...

Legal News

How much do entry level lawyers earn?

Liam, a sophomore, came to my office to discuss legal careers. “I actually want to find out...

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How to write your best personal statement

At this time of year, in the fall, it’s not only peak season for foliage, but for...

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Law school applicants: 5 tips on what you should be doing now

I am in my zoom drop-in office hours. All of the seniors are asking me a variation...

preLaw Advice

How to get into your dream school even when it’s a reach school

There are ways to help your chances of being admitted to your dream school—even if your numbers...

preLaw Advice

7 ways to get ready to apply to law school

Whether you are applying to law school this fall, or in the distant future, here is what...

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