Letters of Recommendation

Decide which two faculty members you will ask to write your letters of recommendation. These should be faculty members who have taught you and can write strong letters for you. Unless you graduated more than a few years ago, law schools generally do not want an employer’s letter in lieu of a faculty members’ letter though such a letter might serve as a third letter. Give each of your letter writers the following:

• The LSAC letter writer form with submission link that is sent via email;
• Your resume;
• A personal statement draft;
• Brief reasoning on why you want to be an attorney, especially if you don't have a personal statement yet completed;
• A transcript (only necessary for writers who are not Loyola professor).

Very soon after asking someone to write, send them a thank you note. This is good manners, and it can help them not procrastinate writing the letter.

See the Application Process FAQ for additional information.