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Succeeding in Law School
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329 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 30, 2006
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July 9, 2018
I have been trying to enjoy my summer before law school and have made it my business to avoid all books about law school and instead to savor the peaceful moments I have left before 1L. I was getting a suit fitted for law school and my tailor, who also is about to start his 1L, highly recommended this book to me. I lifted my “boycott” and picked it up for $4 on ebay.
Most of the book is very easy to read, humorous, and on the lighter side. There are a few dense chapters—how to write case briefs, research memos, and taking exams—but unfortunately those are all a huge part of law school so I don’t hold them against the book/author! This book gives a great overview of the first year of law school, from how to handle stress, scheduling, what to expect, how to study, and the above “dense” material.
The reason I haven’t wanted to read a book like this, or many of the others like it, is I don’t want ot be overwhelmed and be MORE anxious and nervous than I already am—I don’t want to be scared straight! I obviously haven’t been to law school so I can’t say how helpful/truthful the contained information and tips within this particular book are, but it has helped me calm my anxieties now before starting. I think it has a great calming approach and gives you a great intro to a lot of things that are going to be commonplace within the next 3 years.
Most of the book is very easy to read, humorous, and on the lighter side. There are a few dense chapters—how to write case briefs, research memos, and taking exams—but unfortunately those are all a huge part of law school so I don’t hold them against the book/author! This book gives a great overview of the first year of law school, from how to handle stress, scheduling, what to expect, how to study, and the above “dense” material.
The reason I haven’t wanted to read a book like this, or many of the others like it, is I don’t want ot be overwhelmed and be MORE anxious and nervous than I already am—I don’t want to be scared straight! I obviously haven’t been to law school so I can’t say how helpful/truthful the contained information and tips within this particular book are, but it has helped me calm my anxieties now before starting. I think it has a great calming approach and gives you a great intro to a lot of things that are going to be commonplace within the next 3 years.
July 23, 2024
Totally counting this as one of my books…even though I don’t think it should count towards my book count.
March 21, 2009
This book gives you a broad perspective of the first year of law school. The title should be "How to Succeed in the First Year of Law School" instead of succeeding in law school. I recommend this book to anyone who is applying to law school or is a 1L.
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July 20, 2007I know, I know. I'm totally getting ahead of myself. But I'm just browsing for curiosity's sake. =)
December 10, 2007
A helpful introduction for people considering or entering law school.
August 10, 2018
Has some decent information in it - but take it with a grain of salt because every professor will have different rules and expectations! Loosely use the info to get through the start of school
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