<p>I'm a senior in high school who knows for a fact that I want to be a lawyer. Unfortunately, I'm not that good of a standardized test taker--I scored a 1300/2030 on the SAT. I know a friend that just got into Rutgers Law School and says the LSAT was difficult. Should I start studying for it now?</p>
<p>It is absolutely too early. Not only will you drive yourself nuts obsessing about the LSAT at this stage in your life but you will divert time and energy away from what should be your primary focus of transitioning from high school to the demands of college and getting the best grades possible in college. Plus, who knows if any changes may occur in your career interests over next 3 years; believe me, college will present you with changing perspectives and opportunities which may shape your future aspirations. Start think seriously about preparing for the LSAT when your Jr. year of college starts. That will give you plenty of time and at that point you can prepare based on the nature of the LSAT as it exists more contemporaneously with the time you will actually take it.</p>
<p>Thanks for the advice Michael.</p>
<p>Agree with Michael. The classical approach to standardized test prep is to peak as close as possible to the test date. Obviously, if you start now, you'll suffer from premature education, so to speak, not to mention complete burnout. Follow Michael's advice.</p>