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Spring Break Brain Break: Recharge & Conquer!
Hey Future Legal Eagles, Spring Break is here! After weeks of case briefings, outlining, and the general academic grind, it's time to hit pause and recharge. Remember, a well-rested mind is a sharp mind, and you'll be tackling those legal challenges with renewed vigor when you return. Here's a list of fun and relaxing…
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Monday Motivation!
Monday Grind: Let's Conquer This Week, Law Students! Alright, legal eagles! Monday is here, and it's time to dive back into the books (or briefs!). Whether you're facing a week of cold calls, case briefs, or outlining nightmares, let's tackle it with focus and determination. This Week's Focus: Organization Overhaul: Take a…
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❤️ Love Your Law School: What's Your Favorite Thing? ❤️
Happy Valentine's Day, law students! Let's take a break from the casebooks and celebrate what we love about our legal journey. Law school can be tough, but there's always something that makes it worthwhile. So, share the love! What's your absolute FAVORITE thing about your law school experience? Is it... The "Aha!"…
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Wellness Wednesday: Stress-Busting Activities for Law Students
Law school is tough. Between classes, readings, case briefs, and exams, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But don't worry, you're not alone! This Wellness Wednesday, we're sharing some stress-busting activities to help you stay balanced and focused throughout your legal journey. Quick & Easy Stress Relievers: Take a 10-minute…
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OCI Practice Tips
Interviews are stressful, and it is important that you are prepared. Here are some tips for before OCI that you can use to make sure you are the best version of you on your interview day. Research the company, the interviewer and the position: Understand the company's mission, values, and recent news. Research the specific…
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Building a Support System in Law School
Law school can be a challenging and demanding experience, but having a strong support system can make all the difference. Here are some tips for building a support system in law school: Connect with your classmates. Your classmates are going through the same experiences as you, so it's important to connect with them and…
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Motivation Monday
☕️ Mondays aren't so bad when you've got the law on your side! ☕️ Happy Monday, future lawyers! It's a brand new week—a new semester—a fresh start, and another chance to conquer those case briefs and legal concepts. 💪 Here's your Monday motivation: Remember your "why": You started this law school journey for a reason.…
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Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, law students! 🎉🥳 Another year of legal battles, late-night study sessions, and endless cups of coffee awaits! ☕️📚 Let's make this year even better than the last. Here's to a year of growth, learning, and success! May your legal minds be sharp, your spirits high, and your journey through law school…
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Happy Holidays!
Happy holidays! ⚖️🎄 I know this time of year can be stressful with exams looming, but I hope you all find some time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the company of loved ones. Remember to be kind to yourselves and each other. We're all in this together! Wishing you all the best for a happy and healthy holiday season. May the…
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Managing Prep Anxiety Through the Holidays
Any other year, the holidays are a time for anxious excitement, but if you ever find yourself preparing for the February bar exam, you know that the holiday season is filled with a new version of anxiety that's not so holly and jolly. Here are three pro tips for folks who have been in your holiday slippers before to help…
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Bar Prep Motivation
You’ve successfully completed three years of law school and now you face the most important exam of your life; but, it’s also the holiday season. Although it may feel like the rest of the world is slowing down and taking a break for the holidays, remember that you are on a mission – Esquire. It may be difficult to find…
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Jingle Bells and Jitters: Prioritizing Self-Care During Holiday Bar Prep
The holidays are supposed to be a joyous time, but bar prep can throw a wrench into the festivities. Don't let stress and anxiety steal your holiday cheer! Here's how to prioritize your well-being: Schedule Breaks: Don't feel guilty about taking time off to enjoy holiday events and recharge. The bar exam is a moment in…
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Mastering Networking: Your Secret Weapon in Law School (and Beyond)
Networking can seem daunting, especially in the competitive world of law. But it's a crucial skill that can open doors to internships, clerkships, and job opportunities. Here's your guide to mastering networking as a law student: 1. Start Early, Start Strong: Orientation is Key: Don't be shy! Your classmates are your…
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Making Every Minute Count: Optimizing Your Bar Prep During Holiday Downtime The holidays oft
The holidays often involve a lot of downtime – waiting for dinner, traveling to see relatives, or simply relaxing between festivities. This downtime can be a goldmine for bar prep if used strategically. Here's how to make the most of it: Flashcards on the Go: Keep flashcards handy for quick review sessions during travel or…
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Practice Makes Perfect: Essay edition
When it comes to writing for the bar exam, the essays are one of the most daunting sections. This is because, unlike the multiple choice section, there are no answers for you to choose from, you have to pull the law from the memorized files within your brain. Pro-tip: check the frequency with which each subject and…
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Happy Halloween!
It's that time of year again, when the casebooks start to look like ancient grimoires. But just because you're buried in torts and contracts doesn't mean you can't have a little spooky fun. Share how you are celebrating this Halloween with us!
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How to Use your 2L Summer Wisely
It's the summer before your third year of law school and you are wondering what you can do now to help set yourself up for success in the future. Here are a few ways to get the most out of your 2L summer: Network: Whether you are completing an internship, judicial clerkship, or taking summer classes, make sure you use this…
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How Do I Figure Out What Type of Law I Want to Practice?
This is the age old question of law school! What am I here to ultimately end up doing? While there's no one size fits all answer to this question, the good news is that there are certainly plenty of things to try. In my opinion the best way to know is to gain real world experience while in school. Your law school likely…
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Community Roll Call!📢
It's roll call time! In the comments, let us know what state you're studying in, getting licensed in, or already licensed in. I'll start! I live in New York and I'm licensed in New York 🗽 and Florida 🍊.
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Welcome to our Law Students Community
Hello! So happy to have you here. Allow me to welcome you to the BETA for Kaplan's brand new Law Students Community. This is a place you will come to get insights from past and present law students to help you thrive through the challenges of law school and make connections along the way. We've aimed this community…