The LSAT - Writing Section

You will have to forgive me...

In my eagerness to prep you for the night before and day of the test, I forgot to detail the final section of the test to you. A thousand apologies.

The last timed section of the LSAT is the Writing Section. Just like the multiple choice sections, this part is 35 minutes in length. However, unlike the rest of the test, the writing sample does not contribute to your raw score. While not scored, it is still sent out to all schools to which you apply.

The writing sample is pretty self explanatory. You will be given a set of conditions and asked to write a brief and logical argument for one side of the presented conditions.

Admissions Committees look for clarity and conciseness in your writing, grammatical correctness, and cohesiveness in your argument.

To achieve these goals, make sure to brainstorm your ideas on the scratch paper provided before you begin writing. Write clearly and neatly and do not erase any mistakes. Instead, cross out mistakes and rewrite accordingly. Make sure to budget your time, so you will be able to go back and proofread your work.

To prep for this section, you can practice on your own under the 35 time constraint. Any LSAT prep book would have a sample question.

This is the final leg of the test and even though it is not scored, do not let these aspects hinder your performance. Poor writing skills do not help with getting into law school.