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Depending on where you are in the semester, a movie might be a welcome distraction from your studies. If you’ve watched “Legally Blonde” a few too many times, here are some other recommendations that might be fitting based on your current classes. Who knows, you may even further your legal learning in the process. Grab […]
Read MoreAs a 1L law student, you’ve likely faced numerous questions about how best to tackle your studies. One common dilemma is whether to join a law school study group or stick to solo studying. The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. Every student learns differently, prepares differently, and definitely studies differently. You know you best. But let’s dive […]
Read MoreThe holiday season is upon us; sales are about to appear, and as a result, you may be wondering what to get that over-stressed law student in your life this year. 1. Bookstore Gift Card Law school textbooks are expensive, every time a law student has to swipe their card to purchase them it definitely […]
Read MoreIf you’re in the thick of 1L year and wondering how you’re going to make it, rest assured, you can do this. The first year of law school is many things, from challenging to exciting to incredibly frustrating at times. The way to conquer your day-to-day routine as you navigate classes and uncover the black […]
Read MoreAs you make your way through your bar exam checklist, one key to-do will surely be the Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE). To help you prepare, both mentally and academically, we’ve compiled a few of the most frequently asked questions and tips on how to study for the MPRE. Whether you have questions about what’s […]
Read MoreAs you may have already discovered, your speed-reading abilities may not carry over as much as you would like in law school. You must now carefully and critically analyze, question and reason every paragraph, sentence and word. Here’s how to get the most out of your preparation for class and your reading of assigned cases. […]
Read MoreBy Aaron Feld, University of Illinois College of Law Aaron Feld went from working as a summer associate with a Chicago-based law firm to working full-time in the firm’s Corporate Law area after graduating from the University of Illinois College of Law in Champaign. Here’s why he credits BARBRI 1L Mastery with helping him be […]
Read MoreIt may be easy to think of law school graduation and the bar exam as some far-off ideas, but it’s once again time to map out a plan. Because May of next year will be here before you know it. Having a plan in place will help you hit all the upcoming deadlines in your […]
Read MoreThe approaching end of the school year means your time as a summer associate will soon be here. If you will be working at a Big Law firm or require a business-oriented wardrobe, now is a great time to review what’s in your closet and figure out what additional pieces you might need. To help […]
Read MoreThe power of mentorships, networking and establishing meaningful relationships in law school cannot be understated. In a field as challenging and demanding as law, these three things can mean the difference between a so-so experience in and out of school and one that’s rewarding for years to come. Here are some tips to help you […]
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