1. Tell your professors you plan to apply to law school.
You can do this as part of a conversation in which you tell them you may request a recommendation from them in the future. This will help them pay attention to what they will want to say about you. If you feel your relationship isn’t ready for this step, you can alternatively let them know of your plans as part of a conversation in which you ask them if they have any advice regarding opportunities you should seek in undergrad, or if they know any students currently in law school that you can talk to.
2. Reach out to alumni who are in law school. These students will be your greatest resources.
As mentioned, the best way to reach these students is through your professors. A professor is likely to pair you with a law student who shares your goals, or is somehow compatible with you. When you reach out to that student, you can mention the professor referred you, which is likely to induce a speedy and enthusiastic response. But if you don’t know professors who know law students, you can always reach out to students on LinkedIn. One tip: you can pay for LinkedIn Premium for a month so that you can message out-of-network individuals. During that month, cast a wide net and collect as many emails as you can.
In preliminary conversations, you can ask law students about law school itself, how they like it, and general advice they may have for you. When it comes time to apply, these students may be willing to help with your application materials or specific questions you have.
3. Connect with your school’s pre-law advising program or career counseling center.
Your institution likely has several people on staff who are there to help you prepare for law school in undergrad and eventually apply to law school. Set up a preliminary meeting to understand what resources your school offers.