TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Paul Burch on Sep 21, 2023

The New York State Bar Association announced yesterday a guide for legally maintaining and increasing the number of law students, judges and attorneys from groups that have traditionally been underrepresented within the legal profession, reports Reuters. The New York Bar's Task Force on Advancing Diversity recommended that law schools move away from standardized testing and prioritizing grade-point averages in their admissions process. The bar suggested schools should consider a broader range of criteria to help identify strong candidates. The report also suggested schools increase their outreach to prospective applicants and ensure their marketing materials signal that diverse candidates are welcome.