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The Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and Beyond

by Alison Monahan and Lee Burgess - Law School Toolbox, LLC

The Law School Toolbox podcast is an engaging show for law students about law school, the bar exam, legal careers, and life. Each week, we offer practical tips and advice on academic matters, careers, and more. The Law School Toolbox podcast is hosted by opinionated law school and bar exam experts Alison Monahan and Lee Burgess. You might not always agree with us, but we guarantee you won’t be bored listening! Our goal is to impart useful, actionable advice in an entertaining manner. Join us! And, if you have an opinion on the show, please drop by and offer a review. We’re here to help, and we’d love to hear from you!

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Episodes

454: Top 10 Tips for Getting Ready for Your 1L Year

32m · Published 03 Jun 09:00

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In today's episode, we're discussing our top 10 things to consider when getting ready for your first year of law school.

In this episode we discuss:

  • Organizing your schedule and study routine
  • What to read the summer before law school?
  • Thinking ahead to exam time
  • Managing your finances effectively
  • Planning time with friends and family during your first year of law school
  • Preparing the technology you'll need for studying
  • And more!

Resources:

  • Start Law School Right! (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/start-law-school-right/)
  • Podcast Episode 88: Self-Care Tips for Keeping Your Mojo in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-88-self-care-tips-for-keeping-your-mojo-in-law-school/)
  • Podcast Episode 104: Law School Essentials – What to Buy (And Not to Buy) Beforehand) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-104-law-school-essentials-what-to-buy-and-not-to-buy-beforehand/)
  • Podcast Episode 158: What to Wear (And Not to Wear) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-158-what-to-wear-and-not-to-wear/)
  • Podcast Episode 193: Books to Read Before Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-193-books-to-read-before-law-school/)
  • Podcast Episode 208: Using Technology Effectively in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-208-using-technology-effectively-in-law-school/)
  • Podcast Episode 383: Talking About Money with Jesse Mecham, Founder of You Need A Budget (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-383-talking-about-money-with-jesse-mecham-founder-of-you-need-a-budget/)
  • Podcast Episode 436: Improving Executive Functioning Skills as a Law Student (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-436-improving-executive-functioning-skills-as-a-law-student/)
  • Podcast Episode 445: Best Practices for Getting Accommodations in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-445-best-practices-for-getting-accommodations-in-law-school/)
  • reMarkable (https://remarkable.com/)
  • It's Time to Have That Talk with Your Family (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/its-time-to-have-that-talk-with-your-family/)
  • How to Set a Law School Study Schedule (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-to-set-a-law-school-study-schedule/)
  • Different Types of Law School Exams (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/law-school-exam-prep-101/different-types-of-law-school-exams/)

Download the Transcript
(https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-454-top-10-tips-for-getting-ready-for-your-1l-year/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

453: Law School Applications (w/Hamada Zahawi of Write Track Admissions)

32m · Published 27 May 09:00

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're excited to have the founder of Write Track Admissions, Hamada Zahawi, with us to talk about law school applications.

In this episode we discuss:

  • Hamada's background and work in the law school applications space
  • The importance of your LSAT score on your application
  • How to figure out what story you want to tell the law schools, and how to make it credible
  • The nitty-gritty of the different application pieces
  • What skills are law schools looking for in prospective students?
  • Finding references for your letters of recommendation
  • Are admission interviews becoming more common?
  • Tips for optimizing the law school experience once you're admitted

Resources:

  • Start Law School Right! (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/start-law-school-right/)
  • Write Track Admissions (https://writetrackadmissions.com/)
  • Law School Admissions Mastery Course (https://lawadmissionsmasterycourse.com/)
  • YouTube: Write Track Admissions (https://www.youtube.com/c/WriteTrackAdmissions)
  • Instagram: Write Track Admissions (https://www.instagram.com/writetrackadmissions/?hl=en)
  • Podcast Episode 119: Navigating the Law School Application Process (with Admission Logic) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-119-navigating-law-school-application-process-admission-logic/)
  • Podcast Episode 256: Tips for Applying to Law School (w/Anna Ivey) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-256-tips-for-applying-to-law-school-w-anna-ivey/)
  • The First Question You Must Answer: Why This? (https://thegirlsguidetolawschool.com/07/how-to-create-your-best-law-school-application-personal-statement-why-this/)
  • The Second Question You Must Answer: Why Here? (https://thegirlsguidetolawschool.com/07/how-to-create-your-best-law-school-application-personal-statement-why-here/)
  • The Final Question You Must Answer: Why Now? (https://thegirlsguidetolawschool.com/07/how-to-create-your-best-law-school-application-personal-statement-why-now/)
  • How to Get Strong Law School Recommendations (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-to-get-strong-law-school-recommendations/)
  • How to Work on Your Personal Statement When Applying to Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-to-work-on-your-personal-statement-when-applying-to-law-school/)
  • The Law School Admissions Process (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/the-law-school-admissions-process/)

Download the Transcript
(https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-453-law-school-applications-w-hamada-zahawi-of-write-track-admissions/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

452: Standardized Testing Equity (w/David Klieger from Aspen Publishing)

25m · Published 23 May 09:00

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In this episode, we're speaking with David Klieger, Manager of Testing and Psychometrics at Aspen Publishing, about equity in standardized testing.

In this episode we discuss:

  • David's background and work at Aspen Publishing, including on JD-Next
  • Why is standardized testing an equity issue?
  • How the JD-Next course prepares and assesses prospective law students and helps close the score gap in standardized tests which has traditionally been observed
  • Indicators that a test is a valid and reliable assessment of particular skills
  • What are law school admissions tests trying to measure?
  • How is standardized testing in the law school space evolving?

Resources:

  • Start Law School Right! (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/start-law-school-right/)
  • JD-Next at Aspen Publishing (https://aspenpublishing.com/pages/jdnext)
  • LinkedIn: David Klieger (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidklieger/)
  • Podcast Episode 46: 4 Myths About the LSAT from Expert Nathan Fox (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-46-4-myths-about-the-lsat-from-expert-nathan-fox/)
  • Podcast Episode 246: Influence of the LSAT on the Law School Admission Process (with Shirag Shemmassian) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-246-influence-of-the-lsat-on-the-law-school-admission-process-with-shirag-shemmassian/)
  • Podcast Episode 376: Changes to the Law School Admission Process (w/Steve Schwartz) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-376-changes-to-the-law-school-admission-process-w-steve-schwartz/)
  • Understanding the GRE Phenomenon in Law School Admissions (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/understanding-the-gre-phenomenon-in-law-school-admissions/)
  • How to Effectively Self-Study for the LSAT (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-to-effectively-self-study-for-the-lsat/)
  • Top LSAT Mistakes to Avoid (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/top-lsat-mistakes-to-avoid/)

Download the Transcript
(https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-452-standardized-testing-equity-w-david-klieger-from-aspen-publishing/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

451: From Application to Acceptance: The Law School Admissions Timeline (w/Anna Ivey)

36m · Published 20 May 09:00

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we have admissions consultant Anna Ivey back with us to talk about the law school admissions timeline.

In this episode we discuss:

  • Anna's background and work in the law school admissions space
  • What is the ideal timeline for applying to law school?
  • What are the advantages of starting the application process early, and why do people apply late in a lot of cases?
  • Preparing for taking the LSAT
  • Lining up recommendations, including if you've been out of school for a while
  • What to do if you have to re-apply to a law school?

Resources:

  • Start Law School Right! (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/start-law-school-right/)
  • Anna Ivey Consulting (https://www.annaivey.com/)
  • LinkedIn: Anna Ivey (https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaivey/)
  • YouTube: Anna Ivey (https://www.youtube.com/@AnnaIveyVideo?app=desktop)
  • Law School Admission Council (https://www.lsac.org/)
  • Podcast Episode 256: Tips for Applying to Law School (w/Anna Ivey) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-256-tips-for-applying-to-law-school-w-anna-ivey/)
  • Podcast Episode 335: Things to Consider If You're on a Law School Waitlist (w/Anna Ivey) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-335-things-to-consider-if-youre-on-a-law-school-waitlist-w-anna-ivey/)
  • Podcast Episode 338: Talking About Law School Admissions (w/Sydney Montgomery) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-338-talking-about-law-school-admissions-w-sydney-montgomery/)
  • Podcast Episode 376: Changes to the Law School Admission Process (w/Steve Schwartz) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-376-changes-to-the-law-school-admission-process-w-steve-schwartz/)
  • The Law School Admissions Process (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/the-law-school-admissions-process/)

Download the Transcript
(https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-451-from-application-to-acceptance-the-law-school-admissions-timeline-w-anna-ivey/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

450: Pre-OCI Hiring (w/Sadie Jones)

18m · Published 16 May 09:00

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we have ex-BigLaw recruiter Sadie Jones with us to talk about law firms starting to open their direct hiring process early, often before students have finished their first year.

In this episode we discuss:

  • Why are law firms hiring outside the standard OCI process?
  • How can you find out about these positions and apply?
  • The timeframe for considering offers
  • Weighing your options through direct interviewing and OCI
  • Pros and cons of the early hiring process for law students

Resources:

  • CareerDicta (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/careerdicta/)
  • Law School Toolbox Podcast: Careers (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/law-school-toolbox-podcast-archive/careers/)
  • Big Law Skips Ahead of On-Campus Recruiting in Talent Race (https://news.bloomberglaw.com/business-and-practice/big-law-skips-ahead-of-on-campus-recruiting-in-race-for-talent)
  • NALP: National Association for Law Placement (https://www.nalp.org/)
  • Podcast Episode 348: Getting Ready for On-Campus Interviewing (w/Sadie Jones) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-348-getting-ready-for-on-campus-interviewing-w-sadie-jones/)
  • Podcast Episode 399: Brining Your A-Game to OCI (w/Sadie Jones) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-399-bringing-your-a-game-to-oci-w-sadie-jones/)
  • Comparing Summer Associate Offers – What to Consider, Who to Talk to and What to Ask (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/comparing-summer-associate-offers-what-to-consider-who-to-talk-to-and-what-to-ask/)
  • Three Things They Don't Tell You About OCI (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/three-things-they-dont-tell-you-about-oci/)

Download the Transcript
(https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-450-pre-oci-hiring-w-sadie-jones/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

449: Implications of AI for the Legal Profession (w/Kevin Surace)

27m · Published 13 May 09:00

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we have tech innovator and entrepreneur Kevin Surace with us to talk about how the legal profession is evolving in the age of AI.

In this episode we discuss:

  • Kevin's background and work in the AI space
  • Some of the most interesting legal questions and problems that AI technologies present
  • Is AI going to take over some of the jobs traditionally done by lawyers?
  • The biggest pros and cons ofAI technologies moving forward
  • Tips for people who are interested in really exploring these emerging technologies

Resources:

  • CareerDicta (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/careerdicta/)
  • KevinSurace.com (https://kevinsurace.com/)
  • Podcast Episode 425: Exploring the Legal Tech Ecosystem (w/Colin Levy) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-425-exploring-the-legal-tech-ecosystem-w-colin-levy/)
  • Podcast Episode 430: The Paxton AI Founders Talk About Their AI Legal Assistant (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-430-the-paxtonai-founders-talk-about-their-ai-legal-assistant/)
  • Podcast Episode 441: Exploring the Impact of AI on the Legal Profession (w/Gabe Teninbaum) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-441-exploring-the-impact-of-ai-on-the-legal-profession-w-gabe-teninbaum/)

Download the Transcript
(https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-449-implications-of-ai-for-the-legal-profession-w-kevin-surace/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

448: 10 Things to Consider When Applying to Law School (w/Steve Schwartz)

39m · Published 06 May 09:00

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In today's episode, together with Steve Schwartz from LSAT Unplugged, we're sharing our list of top 10 things to consider when you are applying to law school.

In this episode we discuss:

  • Steve's background and work in the law school admissions space
  • How early should you start preparing for taking the LSAT?
  • The current structure of the LSAT and what changes are coming up
  • The pros and cons of different prep options
  • Researching law schools and scholarships
  • Writing your personal statement
  • Asking for letters of recommendation
  • Balancing studying with your other priorities

Resources:

  • LSAT Unplugged (https://www.unpluggedprep.com/)
  • YouTube: LSAT Unplugged & Law School Admissions Podcast (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjZbY0gbWSt6i53hXWTJ0zw)
  • Law School Admission Council (https://www.lsac.org/)
  • LawHub (https://app.lawhub.org/)
  • Law School Transparency (https://www.lawschooltransparency.com/)
  • YNAB: You Need A Budget (https://www.ynab.com/)
  • Podcast Episode 46: 4 Myths About the LSAT from Expert Nathan Fox (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-46-4-myths-about-the-lsat-from-expert-nathan-fox/)
  • Podcast Episode 119: Navigating the Law School Application Process (with Admission Logic) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-119-navigating-law-school-application-process-admission-logic/)
  • Podcast Episode 246: Influence of the LSAT on the Law School Admission Process (with Shirag Shemmassian) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-246-influence-of-the-lsat-on-the-law-school-admission-process-with-shirag-shemmassian/)
  • Podcast Episode 376: Changes to the Law School Admission Process (w/Steve Schwartz) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-376-changes-to-the-law-school-admission-process-w-steve-schwartz/)
  • How Spaced Repetition Can Help You as a Law Student – Part 1 (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-spaced-repetition-can-help-you-as-a-law-student-part-1/)
  • How Spaced Repetition Can Help You as a Law Student – Part 2 (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-spaced-repetition-can-help-you-as-a-law-student-part-2/)
  • Using Blind Review to Effectively Review Your LSAT Practice Test Results (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/using-blind-review-to-effectively-review-your-lsat-practice-test-results/)
  • Tips for Self-Studying for the LSAT (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/tips-for-self-studying-for-the-lsat/)

Download the Transcript
(https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-448-10-things-to-consider-when-applying-to-law-school-w-steve-schwartz/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

447: Managing the Workload in a Summer Law Job (w/Sadie Jones)

30m · Published 29 Apr 09:00

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we have ex-BigLaw recruiter Sadie Jones with us to talk about managing your schedule as a summer associate, intern, or extern.

In this episode we discuss:

  • What should be your goal as to the amount of work you take on at your summer job?
  • How to figure out how long a task should/will take
  • Structuring your work day to ensure you're working efficiently
  • Under what circumstances should you just say "no," and how can that be done gracefully?
  • Some common roadblocks to working efficiently for interns and young lawyers

Resources:

  • CareerDicta (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/careerdicta/)
  • Law School Toolbox Podcast: Careers (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/law-school-toolbox-podcast-archive/careers/)
  • Podcast Episode 85: Surviving as a Summer Associate and New Firm Lawyer (with Grover Cleveland) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-85-surviving-summer-associate-new-firm-lawyer-grover-cleveland/)
  • Podcast Episode 94: How to Succeed at Your Summer Legal Job (with Sara O'Connor) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-94-succeed-summer-legal-job-sara-oconnor/)
  • Podcast Episode 342: Real World Summer Job Situations (w/Sadie Jones) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-342-real-world-summer-job-situations-w-sadie-jones/)
  • 5 Things You Should Do Throughout Your Summer Job or Internship (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/5-things-you-should-do-throughout-your-summer-job-or-internship/)

Download the Transcript
(https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-447-managing-the-workload-in-a-summer-law-job-w-sadie-jones/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

446: Quick Tips -- Doing the Reading for Your Law School Classes

16m · Published 22 Apr 09:00

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're discussing why doing the assigned reading for your law school classes is important, and we address some common questions we receive from students regarding reading cases for class.

In this episode we discuss:

  • Why it's important to spend the time to read cases, even when they seem difficult
  • Fundamental skills developed through reading cases that will benefit you during the rest of law school
  • How reading for class will positively impact your future legal career
  • Tips for gradually cutting down reading time and making the work more manageable

Resources:

  • Tutoring for Law School Success (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/tutoring-for-law-school-success/)
  • Quimbee (https://www.quimbee.com/)
  • Westlaw (https://legal.thomsonreuters.com/en/westlaw)
  • LexisNexis (https://www.lexisnexis.com/en-us/home.page)
  • Podcast Episode 102: How to Read Cases and Prepare for Class in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/16176-2/)
  • Podcast Episode 309: Tips for Reading a Case (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-309-tips-for-reading-a-case/)
  • Podcast Episode 396: Start Law School Right – Class Prep 101 (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-396-start-law-school-right-class-prep-101/)
  • Preparing for Class as a 1L (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/preparing-for-class-as-a-1l/)
  • Ahead of the Curve: Reading Cases: From Syllabus to Exam – Prepare the Case for Class (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/reading-cases-from-syllabus-to-exam-prepare-the-case-for-class/)

Download the Transcript
(https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-446-quick-tips-doing-the-reading-for-your-law-school-classes/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

445: Best Practices for Getting Accommodations in Law School

37m · Published 15 Apr 09:00

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're excited to welcome Haley Miller and Laura Derbonne, who are the co-presidents of The National Disabled Law Students Association, to talk about accommodations and advocating for yourself.

In this episode we discuss:

  • Our guests' law school journey and how they got involved with The National Disabled Law Students Association
  • The mission of NDLSA
  • Different types of accommodations and how to go about getting them in law school
  • How to internalize needing classroom or exam accommodations
  • Common mistakes that law students make when it comes to applying for accommodations

Resources:

  • NDLSA: The National Disabled Law Students Association (https://ndlsa.org/)
  • Podcast Episode 72: Seeking Accommodations in Law School and on the Bar Exam (with Dr. Jared Maloff) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-72-seeking-accommodations-law-school-bar-exam/)
  • Podcast Episode 220: More on Accommodations in Law School (w/Elizabeth Knox) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-220-more-on-accommodations-in-law-school-w-elizabeth-knox/)
  • Why It's Important to Ask for Disability Accommodations Early (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/why-its-important-to-ask-for-disability-accommodations-early/)
  • Leveling the Playing Field: Using Resources and Seeking Accommodations in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/leveling-playing-field-using-resource-seeking-accommodations-law-school/)

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The Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and Beyond has 455 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 254:26:02. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on August 29th 2023. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on June 6th, 2024 15:10.

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