NorthQuebec wrote:
Hey guys,
I recently spoke with an admission consultant who said that having been in law school is not a plus and if anything would be a negative for an app to a top B-School. He indicated that regardless of what my GMAT was I had no shot at H or S (also a GPA in line with both school's average). I just wanted a second opinion on this matter. Although it sounded very discouraging but I do think the gentleman was being very truthful in his analysis.
Second opinions are always good, and the admissions consultant must have been truthful since he just ruled you out as a potential client.
My guess would be that top schools do not view getting multiple degrees in multiple fields as a positive - a sign of weakness/lack of direction/degree collection.
I do know some "friends" who have both a JD and an MBA, but none of those are from top 10 schools (georgetown and something else).
If your goal is Top 5/Top 10, I would recommend working for 3-5 years and then come back to it or possibly go through the Executive Program - those are much easier to get admission with an advanced degree already in place.
ADD: if you are aiming for non-top-10, I would still apply.