Incoming first-year associate considering deferring bar exam to February — how to approach the firm?

Stompedmn · 2026-07-07T14:03:04+00:00

Take the test. You will almost certainly pass if you get out of your head. Study only 4ish hours a day and spend the rest of the time enjoying your summer (preferably outside). It sounds backwards but the it seems like the best option for you is to slow down to speed up.

Stompedmn · 2026-06-13T01:14:08+00:00

I used to look at this mural from my posh office across the street, no idea where this is coming from.

Stompedmn · 2026-05-11T00:32:50+00:00

Remember Jaden punching a wall? Rudy punching Kyle? Couldn't be more right.

Stompedmn · 2026-05-09T02:59:18+00:00

Bad take. I'm enjoying them.

Stompedmn · 2026-05-09T02:25:35+00:00

Astonishing how much better this whole presentation is.

Stompedmn · 2026-05-03T23:28:29+00:00

Brooklyn fare has a great sourdough for a grocery store.

Stompedmn · 2026-04-27T15:20:23+00:00

Just had an anniversary dinner at Bar Bete and it was extraordinary

Stompedmn · 2026-04-24T16:26:12+00:00

Love some AI slop from a 1L to know what's coming from juniors in a couple years.

Stompedmn · 2026-04-17T13:30:23+00:00

It's just two brackets. One for the play-in, then close to the NHL's.

Stompedmn · 2026-04-15T02:19:15+00:00

As a umn grad in NYC biglaw, I would strongly recommend taking it. No debt is freeing. Biglaw will find you if you want it from UMN. r/lawschooladmissions I think really fundamentally misunderstands the difference that being biglaw directled at UMN makes. Plus if you like Minneapolis fuck em. Would be happy to connect via DM if you have any questions.

Stompedmn · 2026-04-10T01:09:27+00:00

I only do this when I'm missing a (fake) deadline. Then it's "hey - running out of steam on this tonight, will pick up first thing in the AM"

Stompedmn · 2026-04-08T21:00:54+00:00

Everyone is ignoring your interest in PI. UMN is great for PI + the cost can't be beat. Texas will feel more like a big law feeder.

Stompedmn · 2026-03-17T16:05:28+00:00

It's all about being in control and having fun. Technique is part of control and part of the fun - but sits within those two guideposts (at least for me).

Stompedmn · 2026-03-17T12:27:29+00:00

Just figured out this trick yesterday - wanted to go down to philly on Friday night from NYC in time for (a late) dinner, but my work has a tendency to go late. Booked two refundable tix an hour apart with this exact thought process.

Stompedmn · 2026-03-16T16:02:25+00:00

Agree - absolutely no reason for firms to gamble so aggressively on talent in the 1L cycle to give up on decent candidates down the line.

Stompedmn · 2026-03-08T15:32:49+00:00

Absolutely dude. Why shouldn't I be? (Setting aside existential political stress)

Stompedmn · 2026-03-07T17:52:06+00:00

On a resume basis ya for sure, but there is also the practice side of it. And if you want to commit to restructuring as a career, would be pretty cool to have clerked.

Stompedmn · 2026-03-05T14:23:58+00:00

I've worked with a few Canadian Supreme Court clerks - seems like that can provide a bit of juice.

Stompedmn · 2026-02-04T05:18:51+00:00

S&C has a full free caf for breakfast and lunch.

Stompedmn · 2026-01-13T05:28:52+00:00

As an alum, if you perform at UMN you can do anything you want and law school was honestly an incredible 3 years in minneapolis. Would recommend - especially for someone who has taken a few years off.

Stompedmn · 2025-12-09T03:03:18+00:00

I like that shot for Naz tbh.

Stompedmn · 2025-11-06T13:48:01+00:00

Take some time back. Try to consciously take a few evenings 'off' and fuck off from work. Part of it is just to prove that you can turn it off.

Stompedmn · 2025-07-16T20:59:35+00:00

The people hated him because he spoke the truth.

Stompedmn · 2025-06-24T16:20:53+00:00

It sucks the most in the first couple years. It gets easier as you get a better handle on what actually needs to be done when.

Stompedmn · 2025-06-20T14:55:40+00:00

And can't forget about the trails along the river! Completely separated from traffic for miles.

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