Dean Z updates her perspective on K to JD applications in the context of the earlier big hiring timelines. 

In short, if you're looking at big law, having relevant work experience will help you in the changing job market that is seeing fewer 1st year grades.

A2Z 111: Personal Statement Q&A

In the A2Z Podcast, Dean Sarah Zearfoss employs her years of experience working as the Dean of Admissions at Michigan Law to help students prepare the best possible applications for law school. Her advice isn't unique to getting into Michigan Law, it's great general advice for getting accepted at any law school.