The amount of aid you receive and the form it takes is largely determined by the law schools, and they should be your primary source of information. Some law schools offer their own scholarship programs, but the amount available varies greatly from school to school. Some offer their best candidates full scholarships based on merit. Others give financial aid primarily on the basis of need. Loans from governmental and private sources at low and moderate interest rates are available to qualified students.
Many states offer guaranteed student loans.
To determine your eligibility for these you should consult lending institutions in your area. Private loans are also increasingly available. The following is a list of steps you must take to apply for financial aid. It asks for information about your income, assets, and other financial resources. However, some law schools will request parents' financial information in determining their in-house institutional aid.