May 19, 2022
Unfortunately, it is quite common for law students to graduate with insufficient personal finance knowledge and financial literacy, a concerning situation after having invested substantial amounts of time and money in academia. Financial literacy is one of several basic skills that is key to success after graduation but
May 06, 2022
LeAndra Ross, AFC® from non-profit AccessLex Institute discusses the pros and cons of student loan consolidation and refinancing.
The Virtual Office Hours series connects you with experts to help you thrive as a law student and prepare for life after law school.
October 14, 2021
Join Derek Brainard, MBA, AFC®, CRPC® from nonprofit AccessLex Institute, as he discusses why your financial health is just as important as your physical and mental health.
The Virtual Office Hours series connects you with experts to help you thrive as a law student
August 20, 2021
Join Derek Brainard, MBA, AFC®, CRPC® from nonprofit AccessLex Institute as he outlines how to create a financial plan that works for you during law school.
You can also download the
July 30, 2021 Join Theresa Popp Braun, Ed.D., AFC®, CEPF® from nonprofit AccessLex Institute as she reveals the pros and cons of buying versus leasing a vehicle.
June 11, 2021
Join Ashley Norwood-Struppa, AFC® from nonprofit AccessLex Institute as she covers the ins and outs of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for those pursuing public interest careers.
The Virtual Office Hours series connects you with experts to help you thrive as a law student
May 14, 2021 Join LeAndra Ross from AccessLex Institute as she breaks down the sometimes-complicated world of student loan repayment. Learn how to choose a repayment plan that works for you!
May 12, 2021
Let’s face it: very few people enjoy discussing the topic of health insurance. It’s a complicated, hugely expansive subject matter that sometimes feels out of reach. Making matters worse, as an upcoming or recent law school graduate, you may be shopping for health insurance for the first time
April 22, 2021
Join Jennifer DiSanza, JD, AFC® from nonprofit AccessLex Institute as she discusses the financial actions you can take as you prepare for and transition to life after law school. The Virtual Office Hours series connects you with experts to help you thrive as a law student and prepare
March 05, 2021
Jacquie Carroll, Ed.D., AFC® from nonprofit AccessLex Institute walks through how to develop financial resiliency – an important skill for navigating uncertain times.
The Virtual Office Hours series connects you with experts to help you thrive as a law student and prepare for
February 12, 2021
How does your true spending compare with your spending plan? Will you have a paid internship? Summer associate position? Taking the bar exam? Get tips to "stay on track" and prepare for the summer ahead.
This Virtual Office Hour Session is with Jennifer DiSanza.
January 14, 2021
Filing taxes as a student comes with a unique set of challenges. We’re here to help!
This Virtual Office Hours session is with Ashley Norwood-Struppa, AFC®. Ashley is a Regional Manager of the Northeast at the AccessLex Center for Education and Financial Capability.
December 04, 2020
Managing real-life expenses and trying to save for your long-term financial goals are difficult tasks for most people, not just law students.
The ABA and AcceessLex are here to help!
Get for tips on creating a financial plan that will get you
November 06, 2020
When it comes to investments, there is a lot to think about—especially, while managing the stressors and workload of law school. Having a good understanding of investment funds and approaches is essential to investing with confidence and planning for life beyond law school.
The Law
November 01, 2020
Many attorneys who want flexibility and freedom have turned to freelancing for meaningful, substantial legal work.
Opportunities for freelance legal work have even increased recently as law firms suddenly needed help in both litigation and transactional work—especially as courts opened up after COVID-19-related closures.
October 19, 2020
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September 01, 2020 Even though this new “abnormal” won’t last forever, the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will be far reaching. Though we’ve all been hit in different ways, there are financial lessons you can take from current events to help protect you against financial insecurity in the future.
April 01, 2020 Here’s a three-step guide to setting your course for student loan repayment, with a few cautionary tips along the way.
January 08, 2020 ABA Insurance can answer law student and law school graduate questions about health insurance. Watch a health insurance webinar and browse the FAQ.
April 11, 2019
My dad loves to remind me how he paid for his
education. He scrubbed toilets during
college and worked as a punch card programmer to pay for law school.
He is making a point about hard work, but all I can hear is
how great things used
March 12, 2019
Getting that first student loan bill can be terrifying. For many borrowers, it is the precise moment the monopoly money of student loans becomes real debt.
For young lawyers, it can lead to an epic panic. I owe how much? This can’t be right, who
January 11, 2019
Want to get your
student loans paid off faster? Would you
like to retire a bit earlier?
What if I told you
there was an easy step you could take right now that would help you accomplish
those goals?
These questions may sound like the beginning
November 01, 2018 While working at a large law firm has the potential to be lucrative, attorneys worldwide continue to demonstrate that it’s absolutely possible to pursue your career goals regardless of the salary you’ll earn.
November 01, 2018 Student loans are scary and sometimes downright mystifying. Do as much research as possible and ask questions, even the ones you’re afraid to ask.
November 01, 2018 The money-related decisions you make in law school could shape your life for decades. Lucky for you, we’ve got information to help you make wise moves.