What Every 1L Needs to Start Law School

This week we are addressing a common summer question for those of you entering law school this fall - what do I need for law school???

Physical Items:

1. Tech - a lightweight laptop is a necessity.  Many law students also opt for tablets for note taking, scheduling, planning, and more.

2. Noise cancelling headphones - these are a must to help you concentrate and get through long study sessions.

3. Portable charger - this will ensure that no matter where you are sitting in the library you are charged and ready to go.

4. Traditional back-to-school essentials - sticky notes, pens, and highlighters are a classic law school staple.

5. School bag - you should get something study and comfortable to carry around all of your essentials.

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Things to consider as you begin law school:

1. Familiarize yourself with the curriculum by reviewing the structure, schedule, assignments, and required reading.

2. Develop strong reading and analytical skills.

3. Understand the Socratic method.

4. Create a study schedule.

5. Utilize your school’s available resources.

6. Build a strong network.

7. Improve your legal writing skills.

8. Stay organized and manage stress intentionally.

9. Embrace a growth mindset.

10. Remember your goals.

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Nothing contained within this podcast is intended or should be construed to be legal advice and does not create any attorney client relationship. Your jurisdiction will have rules of professional conduct that you must follow. This discussion does not focus on the any such rules, including the rules from the jurisdiction where we practice.