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What would you tell your 1L self ... ?
We all wish we could do a few things over in life — so, if you had that chance and could warp back in time to give your 1L (or pre-law) self some advice, what would it be?
Effective Study Habits📚️📓
Here is a list we put together of effective study habits. Let us know your thoughts and feel free to share your study habits in the comments below. Know your resources Start early; don't procrastinate. It takes a little time to get accustomed to the rigors of being a "bar student" Manage your time and adjust your schedule…
Managing Anxiety Before Test Day
With the bar exam approaching and now just a few weeks away, it's normal to be feeling anxiety. After all the preparation and hard work, you want to make sure that you're at your best on test day. The question becomes, "How do you manage that anxiety to make sure it's not a negative on test day?" There are several tools…
Tips For Being Successful in Law School
Law school is a big endeavor that can seem intimidating. But, just like any other endeavor in life, you just need to prepare and do the right things in order to succeed. Take a look at the article below for some tips on being successful in law school. https://www.kaptest.com/study/bar/law-school-success/ One thing in…
Tips for Avoiding the Dreaded "Burnout."
Hey All, If you're a student heading into the homestretch post spring break you're probably familiar with that dreaded feeling of being "Burnt out." The grind of a semester is real, and now as finals approach you might be thinking "How do I get to the finish line in one piece?" The "Good," news is that you're not alone and…
What words/phrases do you now use more often in your day to day life because of law school?
What words/phrases do you now use more often in your day-to-day life because of law school? For me, it's "it depends" 😂 Let me know what those words or phrases are for you in the comments below!

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If you could delete one Latin phrase from the legal dictionary forever, which one goes?
The July Realization
It’s officially late June/early July. You’re either halfway through your summer associate gig or staring at a pile of unread 1L prep books wondering if it's too late to become an influencer. Drop a meme or GIF in the comments that matches your current stress level about August.
What is your go-to question to break the ice with an attorney?
We all know the typical advice, but actually sitting down across from a senior associate or a partner—whether you're trying to turn a summer internship into an offer, preparing for OCI, or just hunting for a 2L/3L gig—can feel scary. It’s easy for these interactions to feel stiff. When you finally get 15 minutes of a busy…
What’s one thing you’ve learned about the law that you wish you could tell your pre-law school self?
When should you delete your GPA?
During your 1L and 2L years, that three-digit number is practically your social security number, it is the primary filter through which every OCI screener and clerkship coordinator views your potential. However, as you move deeper into your career, clinging to an old GPA can actually make you look "junior," signaling that…
1Ls: Don't Sleep on Building Relationships with Your Professors!
As you map out your strategy for 1L year, one of the most powerful tools in your arsenal is actually your professors. If you feel too intimidated or awkward to approach them, you need to check out this quick breakdown by attorney and creator Kameron Monet: HOW TO TALK TO LAW SCHOOL PROFESSORS. She breaks down exactly why…
What time/weekday works best for you to join events?
I am working on updating our Power Hour schedule, these are events where we meet once a week in order to do dedicated deep work and keep each other accountable. But I want to hear from you!!! What time and day of the week would be best?
Owning Your Niche on LinkedIn Using the 3-2-1 Strategy
Consistency is often the hardest part of building a professional presence, but you can make it easier by using the 3-2-1 Strategy to post just once a week. Pick a recent development in the niche you want to practice in—a new circuit court opinion, a regulatory update, or a major piece of legislation—and break it down into…
How can you develop your personal branding while in law school?
Once you’re actually in law school, the goal of branding shifts. You’re proving you are employable, specialized, and ready to bill, not just proving that you can get into a program. In law school, your brand is your professional currency among peers, professors, and recruiters. You need to evolve your branding for the JD…
The Vibe Check: Interviewing Your Interviewer
Landing a summer associate position or a post-grad clerkship feels like the ultimate goal, but remember that an interview is a two-way street. While the partners are busy dissecting your transcript, you should be evaluating whether you actually want to spend sixty hours a week in their ecosystem. The "vibe check" isn't…