When the end of the semester is approaching, it’s time to realistically assess where you are in your exam preparation. This can be a stressful time for most law students because not only does the end of the semester bring exams, but it also typically brings paper deadlines, presentations and oral arguments. It seems overwhelming, but with some careful planning you can get ahead of things and more effectively manage your work. Below are some things you should be doing as finals approach. [Read more…] about What You Should be Doing as Finals Approach
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Podcast Episode 289: Starting Law School in 2021
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we are talking about getting ready to start law school this year, and specifically, how to frame it for yourself during a time affected by pandemic restrictions.
In this episode we discuss:
- Creating new habits
- Things to focus on when you’re trying anything new
- What you can do now if you’re starting law school in the fall
- Tips for staying organized
- What if you are attending law school online or in a hybrid form?
Thanks for listening!
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7 Ways to Earn Money in Law School
Law school is very expensive—many students graduate with debt, and then spend years trying to pay it back.
The good news is that there are a number of ways for law students to earn some income while in school. There are opportunities both on and off campus, and many related to the law. Some students might even prefer to take a break from school, and seek out opportunities to do something outside of the law. A job with a small or flexible commitment will not interfere much with your studies, and, in fact, might bring some balance to your life, as well as a new perspective on the law. [Read more…] about 7 Ways to Earn Money in Law School
Podcast Episode 288: Listen and Learn — Assault and Battery (Torts)
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we’re discussing the elements of two intentional torts – namely, assault and battery. We also cover specific scenarios demonstrating when these torts can occur.
In this episode we discuss:
- Unpacking the elements of assault and battery
- Are threatening words enough to be considered an assault?
- Some less obvious situations where harmful or offensive bodily contact can occur
- Different scenarios to help you remember the rules
- Going through a fact pattern from the February 2016 California bar exam Torts essay
- How to analyze intentional tort questions
Thanks for listening!
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Post-Grad Perspective – How To Manage Stress After Law School
Graduated law school: check! Took the bar exam: check! Passed the bar exam: check! Got sworn in as an attorney and can practice law: check! I have accomplished my dream to become a lawyer! Since November, I have been practicing law in Michigan and working at a law firm. With this new phase in my life comes new challenges, adventures, and problems. Although I am still a new attorney, I have learned a lot and continue to grow as a person and legal professional. One thing that I have had to learn is how to manage stress while practicing as an attorney. Here are some of my tips to help you deal with the problems and stress that come with practicing law. [Read more…] about Post-Grad Perspective – How To Manage Stress After Law School
Podcast Episode 287: Learning from a Non-Ideal Summer Job Experience (w/Sadie Jones)
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we’re talking with ex-BigLaw recruiter Sadie Jones about what you can learn from a summer job that maybe wasn’t your first choice, or that seems like a great fit but ends up less than ideal once you start working.
In this episode we discuss:
- Valuable skills you can get out of a summer position, even if it’s not ideal
- Handling going into a summer job somewhat disappointed
- What if you expected the job to be a great fit but turns out not to be?
- Working and networking virtually
- Is it ever okay to quit a summer position if it’s going poorly?
Thanks for listening!