Wondering how to become a top law student? Your 1L grades make a huge impact on your legal career. In fact, they will be the most important grades you receive throughout all three years of law school. 2L employment relies heavily on your 1L grades, and those 2L opportunities often lead to full-time jobs in the future. […]
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Now that you’ve gotten into law school, it’s time to start learning the lingo. You may have seen the terms “Law Review” and “Law Journal” peppered throughout your research as you’ve been navigating the path to 1L. Here, we’re going to explain what Law Review is, and why it’s so important. What is Law Review?
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By Samuel Scherr, BARBRI Bar Review DLE Law school is simultaneously one of the most challenging and most rewarding experiences someone can endure. It’s a test of your intellectual ability, your wit, your time management skills, and your ability to handle 8:00 a.m. class on a Friday after a wild Thursday night with your fellow
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If you’re unable to attend law school as a full-time student but would still like to earn your J.D., many schools offer part-time programs and night classes to make that possible. But what comes with being a part-time law student? Check out the good, the bad, and the ugly of attending law school part-time. The Good
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If there’s one thing you absolutely need to understand before starting law school, it’s the importance of 1L grades. Your first-year grades have a huge impact on everything from academic honors to your future legal career. It’s no wonder why professors and deans across the country agree that your first-year grades are the most important grades
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Almost every law student starts their 1L year worrying about how they’re going to pay for it. We get it, law school is expensive. That’s why applying for scholarships ASAP is essential to lessening your law school debt. But aside from the cost of tuition, law student life can get pretty pricey, too. Here are
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If you’re lucky enough to have been accepted to more than one school, you’ve got a tough choice to make. The law school you choose can make a big impact on your future legal career, so choosing the right school is imperative. In this article, we’ll be discussing choosing the right school in terms of
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Law school is like no other academic experience. Everything from your lifestyle to the way you approach everyday problems will change in these next three years. That’s why it’s important to know what to expect before you get started. Get Ready to Read… A Lot I’m sure you’ve heard this before, but it’s worth repeating.
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The next step after being accepted to law school (besides celebrating!) is to find out when your school’s Admitted Student’s Day is. Admitted Student’s Days are events hosted by law schools that give you a chance to visit the campus, meet fellow students, and shake hands with the faculty. Attending your school’s Admitted Student’s Day is
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You’re about to embark on an exciting (and expensive) journey as an incoming law student. That means it’s time to think about your finances for the next three years. Starting law school with a realistic budget is a great way to avoid taking on extra debt in the future. Plus, learning how to budget early on can
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