Whether you are studying to pass your class on Professional Responsibility or are trying to get over the hurdle of the MPRE, think about doing more than just reviewing the ABA Model rules. Of course, memorization is an important technique that should be part of your studies because the Model Rules are the actual source for the multiple-choice questions on the MPRE or those developed by your professor. However, by thinking out of the box when studying these rules, you may actually internalize the concepts stated in the rules more effectively. [Read more…] about Top 3 Creative Ways to Study the Professional Rules
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Thinking Outside the Box: Should You Start a Virtual Study Group?
As the analog world quickly fades into the history books, it is probably time to rethink the concept of the “study group.” (We have talked before about how to decide if you should join a study group, why you should be careful about relying on study groups, and common myths about study groups.) Today, there are so many digital tools available to enhance the traditional study group, that it might be a good idea to take it one step further, and create a wholly virtual study group.
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Podcast Episode 179: What To Do if You Still Don’t Have a Summer Job (w/Ex-BigLaw Recruiter Sadie Jones)
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we’re talking with ex-BigLaw recruiter Sadie Jones about what to do if you don’t have a summer job yet. It’s too soon to panic!
In this episode we discuss:
- The difference between the 1L and 2L summer job hunt
- Why it’s not time to panic, but it is time to take action
- Why networking is key and how to get started
- How to use your law school’s resources to your advantage
- Organization, and how to use technology to streamline your job hunt process
- Job hunting and networking etiquette – how to stand out as a professional
- Why location is almost as important as what job you get
Thanks for listening!
The Value of Building a Relationship with Career Services
Here’s what you don’t want to happen: you devote three years of your life to attending law school, you spend countless hours studying, you sacrifice time with your family and friends, you take on tens of thousands of dollars in student debt, and then, you finally graduate! But, after all that time, effort, and money, you don’t have a legal job or even any good leads on a legal job. You have a J.D. and a student loan payment coming up, but no legal work. Or, perhaps the more common scenario, you have a post-graduation job lined up, but it’s just something you took to pay the bills and isn’t a job that has set you down your preferred career path.
So how do you avoid this scenario? Recognize that law school is, in some respects, a means to an end. Yes, it’s a chance to challenge yourself intellectually and explore new concepts, but law school is about preparing you for a legal career. Most people go to law school because they believe it will allow them to attain a more rewarding job. But to land that rewarding job you need to make a focused, concerted effort during law school to set yourself up for it. Fortunately, you don’t have to go it alone! The career services office at your law school exists to help you achieve your professional goals and building a relationship with that office can have huge benefits.
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Top 5 Resources to Take Advantage of as a 1L
As a 1L, you’re expected to learn new skills and manage a lot of brand new tasks fairly quickly (and seamlessly). Add this to the fact that most of what you’re learning is somewhat foreign and your 1L grades are very important, and things can get overwhelming fairly quickly. Fortunately, you’re never alone. In fact, there are likely more resources available to you than you think, so be sure to utilize them! [Read more…] about Top 5 Resources to Take Advantage of as a 1L
Podcast Episode 178: Resolutions for a New Year (and a New Semester)
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we’re talking about resolutions we suggest for the new year and new semester.
In this episode we discuss:
- Being organized, and why multitasking is a trap
- Finding the tools to make your life work better
- The importance of self-care, especially during stressful seasons
- How to set yourself up for success by learning from your past mistakes
- Why now is the time to start thinking about summer jobs and bar prep
- Getting your finances squared away so you can stress less now and in the future
Thanks for listening!
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