LSAT Demon Daily

Elisa improved her LSAT score from 145 to 176 by slowing down, focusing on understanding, and letting go of bad advice. She took an extra year to apply, studied one hour a day, and proved that patience pays off.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Josh and Nate reassure Erik, who wants to take a gap year, that his scores are good for up to at least three years, and most schools accept scores up to five years old. Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Mia's score dropped from the low 170s in practice to a 161 official score. Ben and Nathan explain that smarter review, more drilling, and fewer tests would lead to better long-term results.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Nathan weigh the pros and cons of taking the GRE versus the LSAT for law school, especially for applicants like Anissa who are stronger in math. They question whether law school is the right path given her investment banking background and STEM strengths.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Nathan advise Isha to stop customizing her drill settings. The default setup ensures a balanced mix of old and recent questions for both drilling and tests.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Nathan break down absolute versus relative claims and explain how careful readers accept stated facts while remaining skeptical of any conclusion the argument attempts to sell.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Alyssa asks whether to focus on her personal transformation or a difficult family situation. Ben and Josh choose door number three and urge her to highlight her leadership and logistics work instead.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Josh tell Eliza not to bother with a second LSAT writing sample. It adds risk without reward—one is enough unless the first was a disaster.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

A listener with a 173 LSAT and a scholarship offer considers deferring law school for a year. Ben and Josh advise reapplying instead, warning that the deferral terms eliminate flexibility and risk losing scholarship money.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

A listener asks if the June 2025 LSAT was unusually difficult. Ben and Josh explain that test difficulty is subjective, Reddit is unreliable, and focused prep remains the best strategy.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Demon team member Rachel shares how she transitioned from the world of fashion and TV to a 174 LSAT score and a spot at Wake Forest Law. She talks with Josh about discovering LSAT Demon, studying through long workdays, and using her union negotiation experience to fuel her desire to fight for workers' rights as a labor and employment lawyer.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

A student's recent LR slump has him doubting his prep. Nathan and Josh urge him to try Demon's classes for a month to rebuild accuracy and confidence.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ibrahim worries about a score drop despite improved accuracy. Ben and Nathan say to stay the course—focus on reviewing mistakes, drilling, and pushing accuracy above 90%, and the scores will follow.Read more on our ⁠website⁠. Email ⁠daily@lsatdemon.com⁠ with questions or comments. Watch this episode on ⁠YouTube!

Mary asks if guessing at the end of a section falsely inflates her score. Nathan and Josh say no—it's realistic test behavior. Take credit for any lucky breaks as part of your honest improvement.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Brandon asks whether he should write a GPA addendum to explain his academic turnaround. Ben and Nathan say yes—keep it short, factual, and focused on his straight A performance in the last three years, not his early struggles.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ashley worries she's too old for law school at 30, but Nathan and Josh reassure her she's right on track—and possibly even ahead.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

LJ wonders if outside knowledge is hurting their LSAT performance. Ben and Nathan explain that such knowledge can aid comprehension, but must never override the logic of the passage or question.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Nathan and Josh warn Grace that canceling is almost never worth it. Law schools only care about your highest score, and multiple cancels look worse than lower scores.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Don't rush law school. Val should wait to apply until after hitting her goal LSAT score on timed practice tests—no matter the year—and plan to take the test multiple times for the best results.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Austin asks whether to choose a local school or a higher-ranked one farther away. Nathan and Josh say most law schools are regional, rankings beyond the top 14 don't matter much, and paying anything close to full price is a terrible deal regardless of location.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

It's fine if your reasoning differs from the explanation—wrong answers can be wrong for multiple reasons. Just make sure your logic holds up, especially with written explanations, and use the Ask Button to clarify and keep learning.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Tasha doesn't need new accomplishments to reapply—she just needs a higher LSAT score and a refreshed essay focused on her experience.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

A listener asks if being eligible for the GI Bill might reduce his merit aid. Ben and Nathan say it's possible schools assume GI benefits mean guaranteed payment, but it shouldn't stop him from getting great offers if he applies broadly with a strong LSAT. Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Darren started with a 152 and ended with a 174 after a year of steady, focused LSAT prep. When he prioritized honest review in lieu of gimmicks or shortcuts, he found his confidence skyrocket. Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Joshua worries about running out of questions before reaching 170+, but Ben and Nathan explain that real progress comes from meaningful review, not volume. With proper review and LSAT Demon's ever-expanding library, running out isn't a real concern.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ovidia struggles to meaningfully review RC. Nathan and Josh explain it usually comes down to poor passage comprehension. Slow down, read carefully, and make sure you understand the passage before ever looking at the questions.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Nathan advise against using gimmicks to gain an edge on the LSAT. The test consistently measures careful reading and argument understanding, so your preparation should focus on those skills.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Annika asks how to best use the LSAT's ten-minute break. Josh and Nathan encourage her not to overthink it—eating, stretching, or meditating are all good options. Just be sure to follow the rules.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Sydney scored in the 170s but is now unsure about law school. Ben and Nathan reassure her that pausing isn't failure—it's smart. They suggest exploring careers, gaining work experience, and talking with lawyers. Law school can wait if it doesn't feel right.Apply to work for the DemonThinking LSAT Ep. 509On Being a Happy, Healthy, and Ethical Member of an Unhappy, Unhealthy, and Unethical ProfessionRead more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

​​Josh and Nathan advise June LSAT takers to keep studying and plan for August, regardless of how the June test felt. Treat every official test like another practice run and keep working toward your goal score. Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Jack, a former professional rugby player, shares how he went from a 141 to a 172 on the LSAT by embracing understanding over speed, committing to consistent study, and overcoming the mental hurdles of failure and self-doubt.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube

If your LSAT score is stuck, you're likely doing too much too fast. Slow down, focus on accuracy, and review every mistake carefully.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Preet asks about appealing for a sixth LSAT attempt. Nathan and Josh offer Preet some advice, but suggest that the main takeaway is to wait until your scores indicate you're ready before signing up. Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

​​Caleb's plan to take pass/fail classes senior year to protect a stellar GPA is smart—so long as LSAC excludes them from GPA calculation. Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Writing too strong of “Why X” essay can hurt your scholarship chances if it reveals desperation or lack of alternative options. Law schools use every data point, including your essays, to determine the lowest amount they can offer while still securing your enrollment. Applicants should show sincere interest without signaling they're locked in—negotiate like someone with choices.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Josh and Nathan advise Angelice to begin with one focused, high-quality hour each day. That hour should incorporate a mix of drilling, timed sections, and thoroughly reviewing mistakes. Build on that foundation, but never trade consistent questions for any other form of study. One Hour LSAT: https://lsatdemon.com/resources/lsat-tips-and-strategies/one-hour-lsatYour Ultimate LSAT Study Plan: https://lsatdemon.com/resources/lsat-tips-and-strategies/ultimate-study-planRead more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

The LSAT includes one unscored experimental section that tests future questions—but you can't identify it, so don't try. Just do your best on all sections. Trying to game the test by guessing the unscored section can backfire. Focus on accuracy, not speculation.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Haley is crushing the first 15–17 questions of each LR section but stumbles after that, likely due to subtle rushing and a mistaken focus on doing just a few more. Nathan and Josh explain that accuracy, not speed, should always be the goal. Instead of pushing to reach later questions, Haley should slow down and focus on solving each one correctly.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Nathan encourage Carolyn to keep exploring law with eyes wide open. They admire excellent legal writing and intense work ethic but warn that most legal practice is detail-heavy, isolating, and often unfulfilling.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Applying early means applying in September with your best LSAT score already on record—rushing the process risks worse scores, weaker offers, and unnecessary debt.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Nathan and Josh praise Susan's shift from frequent practice tests to timed sections, emphasizing that mastering one question at a time and reviewing immediately leads to deeper learning and better results.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Nathan and Josh tell Carrie not to worry about score variance, since law schools only look at her highest LSAT score. They suggest she focus on accuracy, learn from every mistake, and trust the process of solving one question at a time. Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Nathan and Josh encourage Luna to retake the LSAT despite her strong 176, emphasizing that a few more points could open doors to top schools and bigger scholarships.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Nathan argue the LSAT is easy if approached the right way. It tests reading and reasoning, not speed. They urge students to slow down, focus on understanding each question, and learn from mistakes instead of rushing through practice tests or fixating on study schedules.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Josh and Nathan respond to John, who began his LSAT journey with an impressive 166 diagnostic, by encouraging him to stick with intuitive practice rather than overanalyzing question types or obsessing over timing. They explain how the Demon's one-question blind review method reinforces deep understanding and warn against inefficient habits like full-section blind review and flagging questions.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Josh and Nathan advise “Medicine Matt” to slow down, take a gap year (or more), get legal-adjacent experience in healthcare, and focus on earning a high LSAT. His STEM background can be a strength if paired with a clear career path and strong application.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Nathan and Ben explain that nearly all LSAT practice questions are real past test questions, so practice tests closely mirror the official exam. The only real difference on test day is how students treat it. Panic and pressure, not content, derail performance.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Nathan coach a high-achieving student through the emotional toll of LSAT mistakes, urging a shift from perfectionism to learning. They recommend slowing down, focusing on accuracy, and doing more targeted drilling instead of timed sections.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Nathan reassure Evan, a low-income student, that working through college is a strength, not a weakness, in law school admissions. They emphasize that GPA and LSAT matter far more than unpaid internships or prelaw clubs—and that with straight A's and a great LSAT, Evan could go to law school for free or even get paid.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Nathan explain that LSAT question difficulty levels don't matter. Students should focus on reading carefully, solving each question accurately, and prioritizing “easier” questions to improve their score.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!

Ben and Nathan explain why you don't need diagrams or technical terms to master conditional logic—just focus on intuitively understanding the argument.Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!