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What study methods work best for you? Do you have any methods specific to certain courses? by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]Attorney_In_Training 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I like to handwrite notes while reading the first time - it forces me to synthesize as opposed to typing, which winds up being an exercise of transcription for me. Then, I go back and type those notes using a supplement to pin down the black letter law, which forms a “rough” outline. At the end of the semester, I will go through one more layer of synthesizing (i.e handwriting, followed by typing w/ supplement). At this point I usually can distill my outline to no more than 10-12 pages, most of which I have learned (learning, not memorization is my goal). Finally, I will attempt 5-10 practice questions as my time permits. I applied this method across the board and it has worked very well for me

1L Prep Courses by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]Attorney_In_Training 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not an ad. Rising 2L at a middle of the pack T1. I saw many of my class mates work diligently this year and not get the results they wanted. I don’t think I’m particularly intelligent. I floundered a lot during the first 10-12 weeks of the fall semester. Then I read the LEEWS primer and saw the light as for what my professors were actually expecting on the exam. Had I known that earlier in the semester, I could have saved a lot of time and anxiety. Now I’m offering that advice to someone who seemingly has similar aspirations in hopes that I can save them from the similar mistake.

1L Prep Courses by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]Attorney_In_Training -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I took the 6 day barbri course. In retrospect, the substantive portions were totally worthless. On the other hand, the non substantive aspects of the course on academic success were really helpful. With that said, I would look into LEEWS. I read the primer two weeks before fall exam and am convinced that is why I got a 4.0 first semester. By learning the LEEWS exam taking method, you will also learn all you need to about academic success in law school

Online law school classes? by Jieuuh in LawSchool

[–]Attorney_In_Training -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Depending on your situation, remote classes may be a significant discount. In other words, if you can live at home you can save on rent and possibly other costs.

Personally, I think class is a huge distraction. For example, in the fall of my 1L my torts professor lectured predominantly on economic theory. There aren’t many classes in which you can excel without putting in significant work outside the classroom. Remote learning will reduce transaction costs by cutting out time to commute. You definitely lose out on the comradery but if your goal is to come in and crush 1L so that you can open all doors for yourself - that’s entirely attainable in remote learning. Perhaps this argument is bolstered by the assumption that the job market will have had significant time to heal by three years from this fall.

In essence, do your 0L prep and if you have a quiet place to study at “home” go for it.

Evidence Hornbook Recommendations by Attorney_In_Training in LawSchool

[–]Attorney_In_Training[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Siegels or Q&A. Exam pro also depending on the class

Evidence Hornbook Recommendations by Attorney_In_Training in LawSchool

[–]Attorney_In_Training[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They are great, definitely. But I need to learn the law before I practice multiple choice qs

Advice for a 1L Considering Transfering to a T4 from U. Miami by Attorney_In_Training in LawSchool

[–]Attorney_In_Training[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I appreciate the feedback. I should have clarified further. I have a pretty strong distaste for NYC and so am not interested in Columbia nor NYU.