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Domestic Relations and Family Law: A Quick Look at Upperclassmen Courses

December 4, 2019 By Shirlene Armstrong Leave a Comment

Domestic Relations and Family Law: A Quick Look at Upperclassmen CoursesIt is important to know what kind of law you want to practice. The areas of law are endless, there are numerous claims to be brought and an infinite source of clientele. And unfortunately, you only get three years in law school to figure out what you might be good at and will actually like to practice! You also have to meet certain requirements to graduate and there are classes law students take to help prepare you for the bar exam. So what is law student supposed to do?

Most law schools require you to take certain “basic” courses in your 1L year but allow you to choose your schedule in your 2L and 3L years. Thus, you can choose electives that interest you, find out what kind of law suits your fancy, and get your feet wet in specific types of law. One of these upperclassmen classes is domestic relations or family law. I took this course in my last semester of law school and learned a lot in the class. My course focused mainly on Michigan law, however we did discuss majority law as well. Here is a quick overview of this course so you have a general understanding of family law before you take it.

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Podcast Episode 223: 1L Year at Harvard Law (w/guest Carla Luna)

December 3, 2019 By Law School Toolbox Team Leave a Comment

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we are welcoming guest Carla Luna — currently a 2L at Harvard — to discuss adjusting to law school as a 1L, and the different activities and programs available to Harvard Law students.

In this episode we discuss:

  • Carla’s background and path to law school
  • The types of activities law students can get involved in at Harvard
  • Do you have to join a formal study group?
  • Job hunting during 1L year
  • Harvard’s grading system
  • What is more or less challenging about 2L year compared to 1L year
  • The Leadership Council on Legal Diversity program

Thanks for listening!

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What to Wear to your Law School Internship or Externship

December 2, 2019 By Christen Morgan Leave a Comment

What to Wear to your Law School Internship or ExternshipIf you’re reading this post, you may be one of the many people who have an upcoming internship or externship and no idea what to wear. Therefore, you’re probably wondering whether your wardrobe warrants an upgrade. Will you need to push your bank account to the edge and grab a couple of suits or can you sneak by with more casual attire considering the relaxed and edgier atmosphere most organizations tend to be shifting to? Well if you’re having these concerns, you’ve come to the right place. How you present yourself will be extremely important to the reputation you’re building and, as you know, reputation is everything. Therefore, doing your research and planning your wardrobe ahead of time is a step in the right direction. [Read more…] about What to Wear to your Law School Internship or Externship

Can I Clerk with a Disability? (Short answer: YES)

November 27, 2019 By Elizabeth Knox Leave a Comment

The federal judicial clerkship hiring path is mysterious for most law students. If you’re lucky, your school has an office dedicated to helping you find a post-law school clerkship, but if that is not an option, you may feel unmoored in your search. Let’s talk a bit about applying for a clerkship as a law student with a disability. [Read more…] about Can I Clerk with a Disability? (Short answer: YES)

Exam Playlist: My Top Song Choices to Help You Get Through Finals!

November 25, 2019 By Shirlene Armstrong Leave a Comment

Exam Playlist: My Top Song Choices to Help You Get Through Finals!It’s that time of year again, exam season! One of the most stressful times in a young law student’s life. After all, you spend an entire semester trying to learn the law and now your grade is dependent on being able to piece together your knowledge, put it on paper, and have it make sense in your exam answers. Final exam season can be a very daunting period for many law students. I would argue that the worst part is preparing for final exams. Since many professors base your grade solely on your final exam, it makes sense that you want to take studying seriously and feel fully prepared. However, studying itself can be an overwhelming task. One thing that has helped me through studying for finals is music. So here is a little list of some music genres that have helped me survive final exam season to assist you in your studying. [Read more…] about Exam Playlist: My Top Song Choices to Help You Get Through Finals!

Choosing Your Own Adventure to Prepare for Multiple Choice Exams

November 20, 2019 By Imran Malik Leave a Comment

Choosing Your Own Adventure to Prepare for Multiple Choice Exams“Where can I find practice multiple choice questions?” is the single most asked question I receive by students preparing for their exams.

It seems rare for law schools to provide vast resources of practice multiple choice questions for students, and this can cause unnecessary stress and pressure on students when preparing for their exams. Oddly, this is despite the fact there is an increased importance on your MBE score to pass the bar exam. Although finding quality multiple choice questions for 1L and 2L classes is increasingly difficult, the importance of mastering multiple choice test taking skills has never been higher. [Read more…] about Choosing Your Own Adventure to Prepare for Multiple Choice Exams

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Domestic Relations and Family Law: A Quick Look at Upperclassmen Courses

Domestic Relations and Family Law: A Quick Look at Upperclassmen Courses

It is important to know what kind of law you want to practice. The areas of law are endless, there are numerous claims to be brought and an infinite … Read More about Domestic Relations and Family Law: A Quick Look at Upperclassmen Courses

Podcast Episode 223: 1L Year at Harvard Law (w/guest Carla Luna)

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we are welcoming guest Carla Luna -- currently a 2L at Harvard -- to discuss adjusting to law … Read More about Podcast Episode 223: 1L Year at Harvard Law (w/guest Carla Luna)

What to Wear to your Law School Internship or Externship

What to Wear to your Law School Internship or Externship

If you’re reading this post, you may be one of the many people who have an upcoming internship or externship and no idea what to wear. Therefore, … Read More about What to Wear to your Law School Internship or Externship

Can I Clerk with a Disability? (Short answer: YES)

The federal judicial clerkship hiring path is mysterious for most law students. If you’re lucky, your school has an office dedicated to helping you … Read More about Can I Clerk with a Disability? (Short answer: YES)

Exam Playlist: My Top Song Choices to Help You Get Through Finals!

Exam Playlist: My Top Song Choices to Help You Get Through Finals!

It’s that time of year again, exam season! One of the most stressful times in a young law student’s life. After all, you spend an entire semester … Read More about Exam Playlist: My Top Song Choices to Help You Get Through Finals!

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