U.S. law school tips

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 […]

In law school, there are many things that are new, different and challenging. From understanding the legal terminology to learning how to build an outline to persevering through the perpetual job hunt, the list can go on and on. It’s important to recognize the difference between when you should try to power through on your […]

Learning how to brief a case is a necessary part of studying U.S. law. You will undoubtedly hear the term regularly during your time in law school. Quite simply, it is a set of notes you take on each assigned case to ensure you are paying attention to what’s important. Your case brief is a […]

Makenzie Way, University of Pennsylvania Law School  1L year was tough, and to be honest, 2L year is also tough but in different ways. Whether 1L year threw you a curve ball or went exactly how you expected, you can still go into 2L year with a bit more confidence and use what you learned […]