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Fun and Inspiration at the Ms. JD Conference – She Leads!
A special guest report from Lee Burgess about the wonderful Ms. JD conference! This past Friday, I had the privilege of attending the Ms. JD conference in Washington, DC, aptly titled, She Leads. This was my first Ms. JD conference and it was a fantastic experience. So fantastic, that I wanted … [Read More...]
Looking for Work? 7 Tips for a Remarkable Résumé
It's no secret that the legal job market is tough these days. If you're going to stand out, you need a fantastic résumé. Here are some tips: … [Read More...]
A 2L’s Guide to 1L Year: How to Go From Surviving to Succeeding
Please welcome back Gabriella Martin, our now 3L guest writer from Quinnipiac University School of Law. Now that you've got your bearings, she offers some great insight on what to expect and how to thrive! So you’ve gotten through the first couple weeks of 1L year—you know where your classes are, … [Read More...]
The Ultimate Guide to the Law in Pop Culture Part III: Travel Media
This post contains affiliate links, meaning we may be (minimally!) compensated if you purchase after clicking the link. Please welcome back rising 3L Jaclyn Wishnia to finish up her series on the law in pop culture by discussing some media that can be enjoyed on the go or during breaks! In … [Read More...]
Three Keys To Career Success
This week we welcome back guest writer Hillary Vaillancourt to talk about how to achieve career success. With everything you have to worry about while in law school, it’s sometimes hard to lose sight of the fact that you’re going to law school for the express purpose of getting a job after … [Read More...]
Are You Looking for a 1L Summer Job? Some Tips From a Law School Career Expert
Are you looking for a 1L summer job? Lots of people are! We've brought in law school career expert Philip A. Guzman, Director of Public Service Programs at North Carolina Central University School of Law, to share his expertise on the topic. If you've got questions, leave them in the comments, … [Read More...]
Should I Take a Gap Year Before Law School?
Today we welcome Christen Morgan, guest writer and foreclosure attorney, to discuss taking a year off before starting law school. Should You Take a Gap Year Before Law School? Well, it depends. Taking a gap year before beginning your law school career can certainly be a beneficial alternative … [Read More...]
Summer Reading List: Terminal Ambition
As you may or may not be aware, sexual harassment is rampant in BigLaw. Shocking, I know! You'd think they'd know better, right? Sadly, not so much. (Here's a recap of just one of my several personal experiences, plus my reaction to the reactions to that post.) Next up on our summer reading … [Read More...]
Tales From a Canadian Attorney: My Crooked Path to – and Through – Law School
Everyone has a story about how they ended up going to law school, and they're often similar, but different. Since we frequently get emails from Canadian readers (hello!), we're thrilled to have a Canadian attorney, Carli van Maurik, here to share her story as part of a 5-part series. Welcome, … [Read More...]
Handling Stress Before the Bar Exam: One Person’s Journey
This week we welcome Bar Exam Toolbox bar tutor, Sara O'Connor, to discuss some tips for managing stress before the bar exam. If this article tempted your fancy, you’re feeling stressed about your upcoming bar exam. And, to be clear, “stressed” might be too soft of a word. You might be feeling … [Read More...]
Should You Go to Law School? What’s Your Motivation?
Thinking about law school? Let's talk about your motivations. Which of the following statements resonate for you? If I go to a good law school, my parents will be happy If I go to a good law school, my friends will be impressed If I go to a good law school, I’ll make lots of money If I … [Read More...]
One Reason the Legal Profession is So Screwed Up
As some of you may have seen, I published a piece on Ms. JD recently that raised some heckles: What No One Tells You Before You Go to Law School: You're Entering a Sexist Profession. The reactions to this piece were very interesting: Wow, thank you for writing this. I've seen/experienced the … [Read More...]
Leaving Litigation: What Comes Next?
If you've read the prior posts in this series (about Elaine's motivations for leaving BigLaw litigation, her pre-planning, and what happened when she gave notice), you're probably on the edge of your seat wondering what came next?!? What did she end up doing, and how did she get the job? Well, … [Read More...]
5 Easy Steps to a Successful Legal Practice
Today we're thrilled to welcome back Desiree Moore, founder of Greenhorn Legal and Greenhorn Bold, for a guest post on starting off right in your legal career. And, of course, to celebrate the launch of her new book on the same topic! Thrive – A New Lawyer’s Guide To Law Firm Practice In my new … [Read More...]
