U.S. law school tips

The first few weeks of the spring semester are the perfect time to reevaluate your initial semester in law school and make changes as needed. You may not have your grades yet, and that’s okay. Grades do not define you. No matter where you landed, top of your class or near the bottom, this is […]

As you head into a new semester, there are a few things you can do to help you move forward in law school with confidence. First, be proud of the hard work you did last semester. You’ve conquered what many people only dream of achieving. Next, carve out time to review your previous exams no […]

After a full semester of classes, taking copious notes and reading and briefing countless cases, the single determination of your success in a law school class will boil down to a few hours on final exams. Are you prepared to fully identify and frame disputes in need of resolution? Will you clearly answer the question […]

You have your class notes, and now the time has come to create your outlines (if you haven’t already started). Whether you love it, hate it or love to hate it, outlining is a crucial tool when it comes to studying for your final exams. As you sharpen your pencils (or keyboards), let’s review a […]

Law school exams will vastly differ between subjects and professors, but the way you prepare is key. Here is an explanation of the different types and some tips to help you prepare. Closed book with open code book Essay 3-4 hours For this type of exam, you should still create an outline and be sure […]

When you think of law school, what comes to mind? Is it time management? If it’s not, let’s put it on your list. As a 1L, you’ll need to become adept at managing your time as you juggle classes, study and reading activities, extracurriculars, possibly a job and even downtime. The best way to manage […]

Outlining simply is synthesizing and meshing course material so you can access details quickly and digest concepts broadly. This process helps you master complex course material by organizing it into something meaningful and understandable for you … and, ultimately, to study for final exams. A law school outline should consist of things like: the rules […]

Are you familiar with your law school’s graduation requirements? It may seem rather early to be thinking about graduation after all you’ve just completed in 1L year. But knowing these details will help you stay on track and accomplish any big goals you’ve set for your time in law school. Take the opportunity now to […]

There’s no question. Law school is expensive. Here are some ways to boost your spending habits and combat a few of the typical law school expenses. 1) Search for student discounts and coupons Check your local community, school newspaper and online resources for student discounts. Many schools and businesses offer savings to students on everything […]

Whether you’re feeling anxious or excited as you start your 1L year, BARBRI has your back. We’ve gathered some tips from law school students on how to thrive during your 1L year and throughout law school. Let’s dive in. Time management Though you may think that you have perfected your time management skills, law school […]