The dreaded word- OUTLINING! This word is thrown around with fear and trepidation. But there are few ideas to keep in mind that will make the outlining process go smoothly for you. 1) Outline in a group- Get in a study group to outline. You will want to do the brunt of…continue
Everyone has their favorite saying about law school. Here are a couple of my favorites: “Spend three years in hell to become the devil.” “First year they scare you to death, second year they work you to death, and third year they bore you to death.” The one…continue
Most law school professors will tell you their course is self-contained. That’s probably true, but there are ways to make your life easier. The best thing to do is use supplements, whether that means buying canned case briefs, following the outlines of an older student, or buying other supplemental material. I think…continue
Traditional law school courses can be an effective way to learn legal doctrine, but they don’t teach much about law practice. Joining a law school competition team can be a terrific way to learn those skills and have fun in the process. Attorney Adam Towe, who participated in the American Bar Association’s…continue
