Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're talking with Lyssa Thaden of AccessLex Institute, a non-profit which works to increase accessibility and affordability for law students, about student loans and other financial topics.

In this episode we discuss:

Student debt, and what you need to consider before you choose law school
How to increase your access to scholarship dollars
Why being realistic about your finances and your future is key to avoiding the worst-case scenarios
Why making a budget and cutting your living expenses can pay off after you graduate
How to plan for the post-graduation bar exam expenses (and why you need to!)
Strategies and resources for graduates who are struggling with repayment

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-184-money-money-money-w-lyssa-thaden/)

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Alison & Lee

184: Handling Law School Finances (w/Lyssa Thaden of AccessLex)