Why Disability Resources Matter
Law schools are increasingly aware of their obligation to provide access and support for students with disabilities—and to educate tomorrow’s lawyers about disability rights and advocacy.
Requesting Accommodations
- For law school classes, exams, and facilities, contact your school’s disability services office or law school student affairs office. Each school may have a different process for requesting accommodations before or during your program.
- To request LSAT accommodations, review the LSAC’s official process and requirements, and begin well in advance of your planned test date.
LSAT Accommodations
The LSAC offers a process to request testing accommodations for the LSAT, including extra time, alternative formats, and assistive technology. Plan ahead, as documentation review can take several weeks or months.
Learn more about LSAT accommodations and apply.
Law School Disability Programs Directory
The Law School Disability Programs Directory provides details on disability services, contacts, and resources at ABA-accredited law schools nationwide.
U-M Disability Support
Connect with U-M Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) for guidance on documentation, requesting accommodations, and accessing campus resources. If you are a current or admitted law student, reach out to your school's academic support or student affairs office for additional assistance.
External Organizations & Community
- National Disabled Law Students Association (NDLSA) – Connect with a community of law students and lawyers with disabilities.
- ABA Commission on Disability Rights
- LSAC Resource Hub: Applicants with Disabilities
Tips for Applicants
- Disclosure of a disability is always your choice; if you need formal accommodations, reach out early to the appropriate contacts.
- Personal or diversity statements are a space, if you wish, to discuss your experiences as a student with a disability and how they shape your perspective or goals.
- Don’t be afraid to use networking groups, mentors, or affinity organizations for support as you explore pathways in law.