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If something like this actually motivates a tier 3 student to work a bit harder and excel, then what's the harm?
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<p>The harm is if somebody who graduates college decides to spend 3 years and $100k with an overly optimistic view of their chances of getting a high paying job straight out of law school.</p>
<p>I have the same problem with BIG(f?)LAW puff piece that talks about all the responsibility its junior associates get.</p>