Most people wait too long, guess too much, and prep too soft.
I've worked with hundreds of students who lost time due to bad academic advising. Many law school advisors are outdated — some still mention Logic Games as a tested section a full year after its removal.
This guide is for students who feel lost at the starting line — overwhelmed by the noise and misled by bad materials. I’ll make it simple and tactical. Here’s exactly how to begin — no fluff.
Do: Take a practice exam. LawHub has four free ones. Simulate real test conditions and use exam mode.
Don’t: Burn a real LSAT to “get a feel.” You’ll regret it later.
Do: Give yourself time to understand the nature of the exam. Everyone’s timeline is different.
Don’t: Assume you can conquer it in a week. Respect the learning curve.
Do: Plan out your law school window — and build in backups. If you’re not taking a gap year, start prepping in your sophomore or junior year.
Don’t: Box yourself into one shot. It leads to burnout, lower scores, and GPA collapse.
Do: Maximize your GPA. You can’t fix it later. If you’re struggling, look for pass/fail policies immediately.
Don’t: Sacrifice your coursework for LSAT prep. The LSAT is replaceable. Your undergrad transcript isn’t.
Do: Seek accommodations as early as possible if you think you may qualify. The process takes time and documentation.
Don’t: Wait until the last minute — you may miss the deadline or not have the proper paperwork.
If you have a disability or condition that affects your ability to take the LSAT under standard conditions, you may qualify for accommodations. Here's how to apply:
LSAC will notify you of the decision in your account. Accommodations range from extra time to screen readers, breaks, and alternative formats.
💡 Tip: If you're unsure whether you'd qualify, submit anyway. Many students assume they don’t qualify and miss out on critical help.
LSAC is your operations hub — every test, every transcript, every application.
Inside your LSAC dashboard:
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Timing matters.
You can’t hit what you don’t define.
The higher the goal, the longer the runway. Plan accordingly.
There are now 3 scored sections:
Also included:
Start with LawHub Advantage ($120/year via LSAC):
Then layer in:
Don’t waste months bouncing between random PDFs. You need a system.
Baseline structure:
Most students burn out grinding. Smart ones build feedback loops.
Use LSAC’s Credential Assembly Service (CAS) to:
This part sneaks up on people. Don’t let it.
You’re allowed:
Schools almost always take your highest score.
Schedule your retake before you even need it. It's leverage.
Effort matters. But method wins.
The right coach helps you:
That’s what LSAT Nexus does — no fluff, no cookie-cutter tactics.
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This isn’t just law school prep. It’s a strategy to dominate a gatekeeping exam that filters people out.
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