Learning From Precedent - Softcover

Bloch, Michael

 
9780615632520: Learning From Precedent

Synopsis

Learning From Precedent is for students wondering if law school is right for them. With a need-to-know curiosity and genuine admiration for the field of law, undergraduate student Michael Bloch shares with you his interviews with our nation’s finest legal minds. Through the fascinating stories of seasoned lawyers, Learning From Precedent provides an insightful and comprehensive look at the diverse pathways that are open to today's law school graduates, and helps students decide if law school is the right choice for them.

Including interviews with:
JENNIFER GRANHOLM - 47th Governor of Michigan from 2003-2011, educator, author, and political commentator. Harvard Law '87
ROGER WOLFSON - Hollywood screenwriter for "Law and Order SVU," "The Closer" and more. Former speechwriter for Senators Joe Lieberman, John Kerry, and more. University of Pennsylvania Law School.
JEREMY FOGEL - Federal Judge for North California and Director of the Federal Judicial Center. Harvard Law '74
LEIGH STEINBERG - Real-life inspiration for Jerry Maguire, the Academy-Award winning film, & Sports Agent. Berkeley Law '73
JONATHAN LAYNE - Partner and member of the Executive Committee at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher. Emory Law School '79
SUSAN HERMAN - President of the ACLU New York University Law '74
... and more!

Learning From Precedent examines how a law degree has shaped the careers of successful leaders in every realm of contemporary society, and gives all readers a deeper understanding of what can be achieved in law school and in life.

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About the Author

MICHAEL BLOCH is an undergraduate at the University of California, Berkeley studying Business Administration & Political Science. He is a former student government senator for the Associated Students of the University of California, a member of the Berkeley chapter of Phi Alpha Delta, Co-Ed Pre-Law Fraternity, and President of the Beta Psi chapter of Sigma Nu Fraternity. After graduation he hopes to attend both law school and business school before making his way to New York City, where he hopes to work, live, and thrive.

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