Once again, I am digging up the age-old question of whether you should consider law review membership. There is no hiding the fact that law review is an enormous time and energy commitment. But I gained so much. both personally and professionally, from being a law review editor-in-chief, so I am going to emphasize the benefits of membership in the hopes that you’ll be able to weigh the benefits and burdens. All in all, you’ll have to make the best decision for you.
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If you’re planning on going to law school, you’ve probably heard a lot about what it’s like. Maybe you’ve been told how 
I love an oversimplified analogy. Law school reminds me of swimming. Some people dive right in. They have to get used to the currents, and they might get tired, but they do just fine. Some people need those little floaty things on their arms. They go into the water knowing they need some help, and they take the time to learn what they need to do to stay afloat. Some people jump in, realize they hate everything about being in the water and get out as quickly as possible. If you’re the second or third type, this post probably isn’t for you. You already know you need help or that law school isn’t for you.