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Is Law School Hard?

This might seem like a silly question, but we will ask it anyway: is law school hard? Many potential law students ask themselves this question. They often worry the course material will be just too difficult to grasp. The answer is a qualified yes. Although new material and the adjustment from undergraduate to law school can be difficult they are by no means impossible. Here is our take on what can make law school seem extremely difficult for those unsure whether to apply.

How to Prepare for Class in Law School

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How to Prepare for Class in Law School

How to Prepare for Class in Law School: There is a lot of advice out there about how to best prepare for class when you are in law school. Our advice comes from many years of working with law students and helping them succeed. We believe that the best way to prepare for class is to not to read endlessly for hours at a time. Rather, it makes more sense to work smarter, not harder, of course. Plus, its takes more to succeed in law school than simply reading your assigned cases. You have to have time to outline and practice exams.

Law School Exam Study Tips

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Law School Exam Study Tips

Getting ready for exams is stressful! We are here with some law school exam study tips to hopefully make the experience less terrible!

Is Law School A Lot of Work?

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Is Law School A Lot of Work?

Is law school a lot of work? Yes! You will be assigned much more reading than you ever were in college, and you will be required to learn that material at a faster pace. But don’t worry! By utilizing a few skills, you can learn what is important to know, and what you need–and don’t need–to do. Consequently, this will reduce the amount of work you need to do to be successful! Here are a few key skills that are essential to cutting down your time spent on studying.

Should I Write or Type my Law School Class Notes?

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Should I Write or Type my Law School Class Notes?

Do you ever ask yourself “Should I write or type my law school class notes?” As you may have guessed, there isn’t really a “correct” answer to this question. But as a law student your notes are incredibly important, so it’s worthwhile to think about this. Here are some pros of and cons of each.

Looking for Online Law School Tutoring? Here is Why it’s Worth it!

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Looking for Online Law School Tutoring? Here is Why it’s Worth it!

Wondering whether online law school tutoring can really help you? If you are considering hiring a law school tutor, we recommend that you give it a try! Here is why:

What To Do When You’re Stressed Out in Law School

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What To Do When You’re Stressed Out in Law School

Most law students, especially 1Ls, worry so much because they feel overwhelmed and have no clue how they are doing. In other words, they feel like there are simply not enough hours in the day to complete their “To-Do List.” Plus, they feel like even if they complete it, they might not feel any more confident about the material. If this sounds like you, you are in the right place! Here’s what to do when you’re stressed out in law school!

When Should I Start Studying for Law School Exams?

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When Should I Start Studying for Law School Exams? This is an easy question to answer—NOW. You might be wondering, “How do I start studying for law school exams now? We just started the semester!” Well, your approach for studying for finals is three simple steps (and they might be easier than you think). The first step is to outline. The second step is to learn your outline. The final step is to take practice exams.

Is a law school tutor worth it?

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Is a law school tutor worth it?

Is a law school tutor worth it? After gaining entrance to law school and starting their first year, many students question whether they would really benefit from additional tutoring. After all, many entering law school were near the top of the undergraduate classes, and have high LSAT scores. Is a law school tutor worth it? We believe that it is one of the best investments you can make, especially beginning your first year of law school! Here’s why:

How to Succeed on a Closed Book Law School Exam

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How to Succeed on a Closed Book Law School Exam

We recently wrote a post on How to Succeed on Open Book Law School Exams. We explained that the approach to both open and closed book exams are generally the same. However, in order to do well on a closed book law school exam, you must have the law memorized. You also have to practice answering questions well ahead of time. Below we detail the steps to succeeding on a closed book law school exam.

How to Succeed on an Open Book Law School Exam

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How to Succeed on an Open Book Law School Exam

The unfortunate trap that many law students fall into is under-preparing for open book law school exams. In reality, the basic approach to both an open book law school exam and a closed book exams is quite similar. If you are prepping for an open book exam you should do the following:

Should I Include Cases in my Law School Outline?

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Should I Include Cases in My Law School Outline? For most first-year courses, the majority of your assigned reading is cases. This poses an interesting issue for many first-year law students who are trying to figure out what exactly should go into their outline. This is because you have a ton of cases to read. But then you go to class and barely talk about cases. Or, your professor says one or two things about each case but then delves into hypotheticals. Or, your professor talks about cases nonstop but the final exams don’t seem to have anything to do with your cases. Read more

When should I start my law school outlines?

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When should I start my law school outlines?

Many students ask us, “When should I start my law school outlines?” To answer this question simply—sooner rather than later! (If you are reading this before you start law school, we recommend starting in the beginning of the semester.)

Why start so early, you may ask? Well here is why: Read more

Law School Outline Tips and Template

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Law School Outline Tips and Template

Law school has begun – you are meeting new people, taking new classes, and learning a different approach to studying. You’ve most likely been told to create an outline for each of your classes to help you synthesize everything you are learning. This can be a daunting task in the beginning. Below are some tips for creating a useful law school outline. We also have a law school outline template for you to review, pictured below.

Should I Get a Law School Tutor?

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Should I Get a Law School Tutor?

If you are considering working with a law school tutor, we encourage you to give it a try for a session or two. And we strongly encourage you to work with one if you are a 1L who feels you may need extra help. There are many reasons for this. Read more