LSAT for Dummies

by Lisa Zimmer Hatch

A detailed study guide that guarantees a high LSAT score If you thought you left standardized tests back in high school, think again. LSAT For Dummies, 2rd Edition is an all-inclusive study guide arming you with tips and know-how for your next career move. This updated edition includes three full-length practice tests, a review of foundational concepts for every section, thorough explanations, and additional practice problems for all question types. Whether you're taking the LSAT for the first time or the third time, this book will provide the guidance and skill set you need to obtain a score that reflects your abilities. Instead of facing the process alone, turn to the trusted For Dummies brand for proven test-taking strategies and ample practice opportunities.


Ideal for those who want to break into this increasingly competitive field, in which a high score on the LSAT lends prospective lawyers an undeniable advantage Examines every topic and common pitfalls covered in the test, which consists of five 35-minutes sections of multiple-choice questions and a 35-minute writing sample For aspiring law school students, LSAT For Dummies is the most advantageous guide to increasing your score on a test that can make or break your legal aspirations.

Genres: Nonfiction

426 pages, Paperback

First published February 14, 2014

Reviews

[Craig N. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Following the spirit of the name, this book is very easy to access and quick to read. It is an excellent introduction into the basics and the absolute fundamentals of the LSAT. However, with simplicity comes lack of depth. Though the authors mention this several times, I must reiterate: unless you are very talented at logical reasoning and test taking, this book is not remotely comprehensive enough of a resource to guide you to an acceptable LSAT score. Even the three included practice exams are quite easy. The four star rating is only given assuming you're looking for an intro to the LSAT.

The book has surprisingly few errors (all exam prep books have errors, it's unfortunately quite unavoidable) and the errors are, for the most part, obvious, small, and therefore, easy to forgive. I think it's best to start your LSAT journey with this book, read through it quickly to gain a reasonable understanding of what to expect, do the practice exams, and move on to more intense and detailed exam prep books.

[Letitia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Did what I needed, which is to say introduced me to the basic structure and information needed for the LSAT. I picked it up as an introductory research tool as I consider law school. There are several practice tests in the back that seem to be thorough. Not having taken the test yet, I cannot really comment on their usefulness in preparation. But in terms of introducing you to the types of questions you will encounter and how to tackle them, this is a useful tool.

[Libby · Rating 3 out of 5]

I didn't read this cover-to-cover, but between this and other LSAT prep, I did the equivalent work of reading the whole thing! I used this more for the strategy of how to approach questions more than the practice tests, which I think are now more helpful to do online.

[Samantha]

just no longer interested in law school at the moment

[Megan (sporadic hiatus due to law school) · Rating 3 out of 5]

😭😭 let's hope this works

*currently screaming, crying, and throwing up*

[G · Rating 3 out of 5]

It’s a nice basic fundamentals book but after reading a few others I think my time would have been better spent on other resources as it’s a very surface level book

[Susan LaVictoire · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helped me get into law school...

[TJ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good. Helpful. A good start.