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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.
July 16, 2026
Good preparatory material for my first year of law school. I’m sure I’ll even turn back to it during the semester. 5 stars as far as I presently know.
August 12, 2026
If I’m reading it it’s going on good reads <3
September 14, 2008
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.
July 29, 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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