Law Services sends copies of the writing sample to the law schools to which you apply. The format of the writing sample requires you to take a position on a very simple issue and make your points in a limited amount of time and space. It is possible that a writing sample full of grammatical errors and organizational flaws could keep you out of law school. In either case, the writing sample can be an important factor in a law school's admission decisions. Although very few lawyers actually argue cases before a judge or jury, all lawyers advise, persuade, and negotiate with other individuals, from clients to colleagues.
Effective communication requires a well-developed ability to speak clearly and convincingly.
Just as importantly, it requires a particularly strong ability to listen accurately. Such skills are also important in law school where many classes are interactive, and professors may consider the quality of class participation when evaluating students. Classes which require in-depth classroom discussion will help you develop the ability to articulate your ideas and to listen critically to what others are trying to communicate while formulating your own thoughts. Smaller classes and seminars tend to provide such interaction. The practice and study of law require logical thought processes.