<p>Okay, LORs are an easy question. Much easier than existential angst. :)</p>
<p>LSDAS will accept up to three LORs. I don't think any of the 20 law schools apps I saw asked for more than three. I would suggest, unless someone says differently, two from engineering and one from a liberal arts course (so they can comment on your research/writing skills). A good practice for LORs that would really help you a ton is to write up a short blurb about you, what you've brought to the classroom, and what you are applying for. So you could talk about what you did in the class that makes you special (less work for the prof to make a really good rec) and then explain why you want to go to law school. Very helpful. </p>
<p>As for starting law school in 2007... that is a HUGE rush. You should have your apps in by the end of October. You could probably take the October LSAT and have your apps ready to go, only waiting for the score (and that would help you to determine where you are applying). Still, that gives you Aug, Sept., and Oct to do a lot of work - LSAT, signing up with LSDAS, researching schools, learning about the entire l.s. process, and filling out apps. </p>
<p>I do really really like Scansmom's idea of being a patent agent for a while. That is also PHENOMENAL experience for a resume if you want law school & jobs afterwards.</p>