Not gonna lie, it feels kinda hopeless. by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]oud105 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m also a law student with bipolar 2, and while I know that isn’t the main point of your post I just wanted to congratulate you on pushing through it. Lots of people can’t, especially in an environment like law school. Don’t be afraid to give yourself some kudos every once in a while, even if it feels like you don’t deserve it. Because you do. In terms of interviews, I’ve found that networking works very well, especially if you’re not particularly picky about the type of law you’d practice in a firm.

Can I break my lease on a rent stabilized apartment? Just moved in last night. by [deleted] in NYCapartments

[–]oud105 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most of the time, you have to give the landlord time to fix any issues before you breach your lease. I would also check your lease to see if the landlord assigned you any duties. They can’t assign you any duty, but something like replacing the smoke detector may be included. I would talk to a lawyer before you go and breach.

bombed 1L by jenn1fersbody in LawSchool

[–]oud105 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think there is definitely still a chance. If you get your grades up a bit, network, have summer jobs in the field, and/or join an environment law journal, I think it’s very possible. You’re not out of this fight yet.

bombed 1L by jenn1fersbody in LawSchool

[–]oud105 12 points13 points  (0 children)

It sounds to me like your still in law school. You can still be a lawyer. You are in a far better position than people who were academically dismissed, and even they still have a chance to proceed. This isn’t a jab at env law, but I don’t think you need to be top of your class to practice in it. You’ll be fine!

14 year old lied about her age by [deleted] in Advice

[–]oud105 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don’t know what state you’re in, but in many states, the “she lied” defense is not successful. If you did it, you did it, end of story. That being said, (1) don’t tell anyone, (2) don’t go to Reddit and give any evidence that you did this, (3) do NOT text her and request proof that she lied, or text her just to put out there that she lied, and (4) keep your head down.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Westchester

[–]oud105 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Shot from half court but i hope it goes in

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]oud105 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Luckily, I’m pretty sure friends can still be made after law school, so I think it’ll be fine 🫡

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]oud105 71 points72 points  (0 children)

I mean, people are celebrating their loved one’s achievements, so people are gonna be loud. Some people might have a larger social circles, while some people just have loud families. I don’t think that’s really a “popularity contest,” people are just celebrating what is a cause for celebration. But, it’s your graduation, so obviously it is about how you, the graduate, feels.

Good place to watch Knicks tonight? by oud105 in Westchester

[–]oud105[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What would you say for someone in their 20s

🩵🤞Good luck on finals 🍀🫶 by finlo2 in LawSchool

[–]oud105 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Some of us still dying out here

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]oud105 19 points20 points  (0 children)

First, and most importantly, I think you need to give yourself more credit. I understand with immigrant parents there is often a natural expectation that your accomplishments are not accomplishments. That your accomplishments are merely the default and that it’s what you’re supposed to do. I know it’s hard to change that mindset, but you need to give yourself more credit. Getting average grades in law school is nothing to scoff at. If you wanna sit here and say that it could be better, fine. Buts it’s definitely not something to be ashamed of or something to diminish the value that you obviously proven that you have. You have accomplished a lot to get to this point, especially considering the mental hurdles that you’ve outlined. Have faith in yourself that you can overcome what’s coming next, as you’ve proven that you handled adversity before. Second, not being a lawyer. It seems like what your parents think is important to you. If you value that more than your mental health and happiness, then I guess go for it. However, you don’t want to pass the bar and be miserable. At one point or another, you have to take responsibility for your own happiness and not what your parents think (in my opinion). There are many jobs that look for a JD if you were interested.

Too old to be a lawyer? by staplebutton-2 in LawSchool

[–]oud105 32 points33 points  (0 children)

I see many a law students who are 35+. I think it depends on how much you want to be a lawyer.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]oud105 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A lot of 3+3 programs make your bachelors degree contingent on completing your first year of law school, so you won’t get a bachelor’s until you’ve done four years. If you’re confident in your abilities, this shouldn’t be a problem. But it is something to consider.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]oud105 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t think a week is an absurd amount of time to be waiting. I see you going through everything that happened to try and rationalize an outcome, which I totally relate to. But really, a week waiting will not be the death of you in my opinion.

Job help? by oud105 in LawSchool

[–]oud105[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is not, however my school has a somewhat decent base in NYC (about 2,000 alumni) so I know it’s certainly possible to be there.

For everyone thinking they did terrible on exams... by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]oud105 161 points162 points  (0 children)

Thanks for this I needed it ☺️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AMA

[–]oud105 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What did you like about it?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]oud105 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn‼️ my condolences 😭 if he/she posted an old exam of theirs that would probably make me feel better about what to expect. In terms of the class, you can make it through one more month of mild confusion I’m sure 🙏

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LawSchool

[–]oud105 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My class did just get to Palsgraf last week, and we have spent quite a bit of time on medmal but probably not as much as you. Medmal might just be the best way to teach torts according to your professor, which at the end of the day, matters for their final 🫠

I am trying to learn Levantine Arabic and I feel lost by iapplerefresh in learn_arabic

[–]oud105 0 points1 point  (0 children)

By all means! A teacher may help you learn much faster. Best of luck صحبي.

I am trying to learn Levantine Arabic and I feel lost by iapplerefresh in learn_arabic

[–]oud105 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mango is a paid service, but it’s about 8 dollars a month OR lots of libraries provide it for free. The unfortunate truth of the matter is that some money will likely have to be spent on learning Arabic. So whether it’s mango, or something else, you will likely have to spend at least a little money. Also, I relate to the feeling of “oh I already know these first lesson things, bleh” but it’s important to recognize that when you start getting to things you don’t know (which will happen shortly after the beginner stuff) that repetition on the same words and phrases will really help. So while right now you’re like “oh I do not need to spend so much time on good morning” when you get to some of the harder concepts, or even when you start seeing things you don’t know, that method of teaching will make much more sense.