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Law school can be a challenge for the people who are actually in law school, but it’s easy to overlook the toll that being in law school can have on one’s parents, siblings, partner, best friend, or children.
If you have a loved one who is starting law school as a 1L in the fall, or who is already on their way to becoming a lawyer, you may have wondered how to support them through this challenging and exciting journey. [Read more…] about How to Support the Law Student in Your Life
Even if you’re the kind of person who can see the good in almost everyone, law school might throw you for a loop. You will probably run into personalities you’ve never encountered before, and they can be surprising, and challenging to deal with. [Read more…] about The People You Will Meet In Law School
You have a couple more precious summer months before starting your life as a future lawyer. You’re probably beginning to feel at least a little anxious about how everything will work once classes begin. Maybe you’ve heard law school horror stories or about a terrifying little thing called the “Socratic method.” In any case, you’re probably pretty serious about getting good grades and succeeding, which is great! [Read more…] about How To Start Law School Right
You’re starting law school soon. Congratulations! Law school will undoubtedly be an intellectual exercise unlike anything you’ve experienced before. It will also try your patience, stamina, and beliefs about the world you live in. You’ll be learning to think in a different way, and you’ll learn a lot about who you are and what you value. [Read more…] about Pre-1L Summer Checklist
I don’t think anyone actually enjoys completing their law review admission packet, or “writing onto law review,” as it’s often called. In fact, most people loathe it. The packets are typically handed out right after exams when your brain is so fried all you want is sleep—not another assignment! And, the assignments are usually difficult and require maximum, unwavering attention to detail that is hard to tap into right after finals.
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Welcome to reading week! Once classes end, an ominous “this is it” sort of ambiance can start to creep into most law schools. You’ve covered all the material you’re going to cover. You don’t have any more “homework,” and yet, things might seem scarier than ever. [Read more…] about What You Should and Shouldn’t Do During Reading Week