If you’re headed to law school in the fall, you might be wondering what you can do this summer to put yourself in the best position possible for success. Contrary to what you may think, the best way to do that is probably not trying to learn the law ahead of time! Law school can be a real challenge, and the best thing that you can do ahead of time is to put a solid foundation in place that will allow you to easily adjust to, and navigate, your first semester. [Read more…] about 5 Ways to Prepare for Law School
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Tips for Self-Studying for the LSAT
Preparing for the LSAT can be an intimidating task, and deciding how you are going to study for it can be a difficult first step. There are now endless options available to students, ranging from traditional courses to online courses, and self-guided prep books. There can be a lot of pressure to sign up for an intensive (and expensive) course, but that isn’t the only way to LSAT success! For any number of reasons, self-studying may be a better option, and there are a number of things you can do to ensure that you effectively prepare for the LSAT while studying on your own. [Read more…] about Tips for Self-Studying for the LSAT
Tips for Choosing Courses after 1L Year
During 1L year, most students don’t have the opportunity to choose their own courses. Even those lucky students who get some choice in their courses probably only get to pick one elective during one semester. After a year of having a mandated schedule, it can be exciting (and even relieving) to be able to pick your own courses. However, it can also be overwhelming, as there are many factors that students should consider when choosing courses for their 2L and 3L years. [Read more…] about Tips for Choosing Courses after 1L Year
Ways to Manage Stress in Law School
If you’re in law school, stress is probably a feeling that is quite familiar to you. Between readings, outlining, keeping up with legal writing assignments and managing extracurriculars, things can start to feel overwhelming pretty quickly. Managing stress is a skill that every law student should develop, but it’s also something that is always harder than it sounds. Here are a few things to consider doing to manage your stress in law school: [Read more…] about Ways to Manage Stress in Law School
5 Ways to Prepare for Law School Finals
No matter where you are in your law school career, finals probably always seem stressful and overwhelming. If you’re a 1L, you might struggle to identify the most effective ways to prepare. If you’re an upperclassman, you’re probably balancing studying for exams on top of a whole lot of other commitments. There is no single, right way to prepare for exams, but there are a number of things you should consider to perform your best. [Read more…] about 5 Ways to Prepare for Law School Finals
Tips for Finding a 1L Summer Job Late in the Game
Your 1L summer should be a very exciting time! After all, you are taking your first step towards becoming a real lawyer. For many students, this will be their first introduction to a legal work environment –which will be an invaluable learning experience. However, finding that first summer job can be a challenging and stressful process that continues throughout the spring. Fortunately, there are still plenty of jobs available (even if they aren’t your dream job), and there are a number of things you can consider doing to improve your applications and expand your search. Remember, the important thing about your 1L summer is that you get SOME legal experience – so keep an open mind and put your best foot forward! [Read more…] about Tips for Finding a 1L Summer Job Late in the Game