In my experience: Still a bit of a gap in understanding what a MLS/MSL really is, from an employer’s perspective. I’ve had the degree since 2019, and it hasn’t really helped all that much, unfortunately. From the legal perspective, in my experience, there’s a bit of a cap on career growth. At some point, it seems like the JD/attorney is more valuable. Other careers, the MBA seems preferred.

@AziraleyLove

4 ай бұрын

I agree. I think the schools haven't promoted the degree enough with employers and employers haven't really heard of it so it's not something a company would put in a job ad, which means graduates have to try to fit their degree into other requests from companies and then tell/show them how they are a good fit. Not ideal. I feel like as more people get this degree, it will improve. But change is always hard and generally slow!

I also work in workers compensation - I start my MLS degree in April of this year. I am an RN ☺️

@aliciaheisey5194

4 ай бұрын

Also I would love to hear what you do/did in this field.

@AziraleyLove

4 ай бұрын

awesome, good luck with it all!

@Mindset_Mechanics

3 ай бұрын

I'm an RN too. Starting MLS this fall.

This is probably one of the best videos I’ve seen about this program ! Thank you

@legallearning1138

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Glad you liked it.

I actually didn’t think I’d have an informational video on the MLS degree. Thank you both for doing this! I’ve been struggling deciding if I should go to law school with my other passions, but I really want a law degree and learn more about the law to have that law knowledge and background.

@Jo67548

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I've since published The Law School Alternative - a book to help you compare MLS schools and options but you may want to check out The Pre-Law Survival Guide as well. It talks about law school and some of the things to be careful of, including some stories of people who regretted their decision to go to law school (at least in part).

Just applied to mls at Fordham. This just gave me so much encouragement. I’m excited to study now. Hope I get accepted!!!

@legallearning1138

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad. I hope you do too!! Good luck!

@ladidodi8912

Жыл бұрын

I hope you get it! What is the tuition for this program? I’ve been trying to figure it out but can’t find it.

@akbar1342

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I did get in with a scholarship! I’ve just completed my third week

This was great! This was great information.

Just came across this video as a lawyer from Nigeria , I was looking out for ways to transition into the law system here in the United States. I registered for LSAT but UConn law says I don’t need LSAT I only need MLS. I hope it is the right information because I’m looking to practice as an attorney, but watching this program I think the JD should be the best option , I want to practice eventually. Any advise for me ?

@joleneb4620

Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what their requirements are but they may mean that you can take the LSAT and apply for next year or you can attend the MLS program now and use that to apply instead. You would definitely need a JD if you want to practice law!

@loisowunna3679

Жыл бұрын

@@joleneb4620 thank you so much, I just registered for the LSAT, thank you so much for this information it was very helpful honestly 💯

@joleneb4620

Жыл бұрын

@@loisowunna3679 I'm glad! Good luck!

I have a question about this degree. As a JD candidate, aren’t MLS degrees a scam? It’s an unknown degree that no employer respects.

@legallearning1138

Жыл бұрын

Good question. If you are in a JD program, you cannot do an MLS. If you are considering a JD, the MLS has pros and cons. It's more time and money if you are adding it before a JD, but it can help you prep for law school and bolster your resume. If you are doing it instead, it is mostly recommended for those who already have a career. So it adds to the career. If you can't get that promotion, it may help you get it, for example. I interviewed a few graduates of the program, including one who then went on to law school in my book, The Law School Alternative if you want to read their perspectives on what the program offers and has done for them.

@TeamTimeRiders

Жыл бұрын

@@legallearning1138 I would love to know what the program has done for those students. From where I sit as a JD student at a top 20 law school, my school, and other peer schools, seem to use MSL money to supplement the JD program by offering online classes that squeeze students with legal dreams dry, with minimal instruction, taught only online, and close to zero professor interaction. There is not much an MLS can get you that a bachelor or paralegal certification cannot, yet schools charge the same price as a full year of law school tuition. It’s beyond predatory in my eyes.

@joleneb4620

Жыл бұрын

@@TeamTimeRiders Yes, there is a vast difference in the programs. Some are in person and have students sit in the same classes as law students. And again, it really is a better option for those who already have a career and know this program can get them ahead than for those who are using it strictly as a paralegal substitute.

@AHUSMC0321

Жыл бұрын

@@TeamTimeRiders I just finished the MJur degree at Texas A&M Law (29) and also got a grad certificate in Cybersecurity Law & Policy. For me the program was phenomenal and I learned a ton!!! I already had a grad degree from a Top 20 Business School, and as a Texas combat veteran I have the Hazelwood Act (which is 120 hours of tuition exemption at public universities in Texas) so the program was completely free for me (minus my time). When I started the program I was working for a startup that got acquired by a large tech company. I was already making about the same as what most Big Law attorneys from T14 schools make so I had no intention or desire to actually try and practice law. After pivoting internally to a new role while in the program, my pay increased exponentially, and I think having "some" specific legal knowledge helped me stand out and land the new role. Our classes were mixed with half of them being attorneys that were getting their LLM and the other half being Mjur students in the various specializations. It has really helped me understand the intersection between Law and Cybersecurity which has been super impactful in my current role. Now I would agree that a general MJur or MLS degree might not be worth it, but specializing in a very niche degree could open some doors.

@briannaoppong-antwi9702

2 ай бұрын

@@joleneb4620i want to work in hospital management or clinical research. I’m considering pursuing this degree because knowing the legal side of things in healthcare is invaluable.