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How to Tackle Procrastination & Get the Law School Grades You Want

February 13, 2012 By Lee Burgess 4 Comments

MarathonSo many of my students struggle with procrastination. Really, who doesn’t? I procrastinate as long as possible on making a dentist appointment or doing unwanted paperwork.

But when you are in law school, procrastination can cause serious problems.

Why is Procrastination Such an Issue in Law School?

Law school is a marathon — not a sprint. It takes hard work and discipline to study daily (and to take much needed breaks) and generally you are the only one setting up the study schedule. The only accountability is the test looming far in the future.

If you have a tendency to procrastinate, this is a recipe for disaster that can lead to disappointing exam results. Why?

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The Law School Semester’s Half Over: 7 Questions to Consider

January 29, 2012 By Lee Burgess Leave a Comment

1166435_94092393At the law school where I teach, we’re approaching the halfway point. What do you need to be thinking about at this point in the semester?

Final Exams.

That’s right. It’s that time of the year already.

Why it Pays to Prepare Early for Your Law School Exams

Most law school classes only have one final exam, and your entire grade depends on it. Those three or four hours determine your grade for the entire course! Quite a lot of pressure on a single exam, right?

This is why it’s so critical that you start looking toward that exam NOW and make sure that you’re doing everything you can to achieve success on exam day!

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What Makes a Law School Exam Answer “Good”?

January 26, 2012 By Lee Burgess Leave a Comment

1100296_37964744Seems like a no-brainer: Before you can write a successful law school exam answer, you need to know what makes an answer “good.”

Things You’ll Find in a Successful Law School Exam Answer

Here are some characteristics you’ll find in a good law school essay exam answer:
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