It it possible to convert DVDs to my iPad? I was wondering if anyone could help me. 

I've recently got myself a "new" iPad (aka iPad 3), and I was wondering if it was possible to convert DVDs I own in order to watch them on it?

(Let's set aside the legality discussion since A) laws vary based on jurisdiction and B) the Internet isn't a good place to get legal advice.)
Handbrake is a great tool for ripping DVDs and otherwise converting video.  

The legal question is probably beyond the scope of this forum, but if you own the dvd and are only ripping it for your own personal viewing, I wouldn't worry about it.