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3 Reasons Why I chose UNB Law, and I Think You Should Too
3 Reasons Why I chose UNB Law, and I Think You Should Too
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Atosa Asadi
Oct 11, 2022
Three Ways to Organize Your Notes in Law School
Three Ways to Organize Your Notes in Law School
About a month into law school, everyone is slowly beginning to get the hang of things and find the note-taking and study methods that work…
Michal Kolet
Oct 9, 2022
What are Law School Exams like?
What are Law School Exams like?
Whether it’s your first time writing a law school exam, or you are considering going to law school, it’s great to know what to expect from…
Nav Garcha
Mar 6, 2022
You’ve Been Rejected — Now What?
You’ve Been Rejected — Now What?
Most law school applicants spend countless hours studying for the LSAT, working to receive competitive grades, engaging in extra…
kyra mcgovern
Feb 18, 2022
Having a Disability in Law School
Having a Disability in Law School
As a student with a disability, I’ve gone through my academic career knowing that I was different. But being different was my motivation to…
Kayla Israeli
Feb 6, 2022
Five of the BEST Purchases I Made Before Starting Law School
Five of the BEST Purchases I Made Before Starting Law School
Law school can be a stressful and challenging endeavour and as such it’s important to explore ways to make your life a bit easier. Having…
Ethan Zavarella
Jan 30, 2022
Day in the Life: Law Student on Christmas Break
Day in the Life: Law Student on Christmas Break
By now you are probably done (or close to being done) all of your final exams, CONGRATULATIONS! After going through the daily grind of law…
Curtis Garlough
Dec 17, 2021
Exams: Before, During, and After
Exams: Before, During, and After
Check out this post for some tips for before you write your exam, while you are writing it, and when you are done!
Alexandra Severn
Dec 9, 2021
Three Strategies for Avoiding Procrastination
Three Strategies for Avoiding Procrastination
Exam time is a busy few weeks for students everywhere. In law school, the added stress of exams largely revolves around the grading reality…
Joel Hacker
Dec 3, 2021
A Day in the Life of a 2L at Western Law
A Day in the Life of a 2L at Western Law
It’s always great to get some perspective about what other people are doing. I’m currently at 2L at Western Law and we have most of our…
Misha Apel
Nov 30, 2021
A Word with the Upper Years: A Course Selection Guide
A Word with the Upper Years: A Course Selection Guide
My 1L was a magical time where I got to meet a lot of new people from different backgrounds working towards the same goal of surviving our…
Sam Rezazadeh
Nov 28, 2021
One Study Method for a Case-Based Law Exam
One Study Method for a Case-Based Law Exam
When preparing for law school exams, sometimes starting is the hardest part. But with trial and error, you will find the study methods that…
Steph Lanz
Nov 21, 2021
How I’ve Been Outlining as a 1L
How I’ve Been Outlining as a 1L
When preparing for my 1L year, I made sure to seek advice and mentorship from an array of upper-year law students and graduates, in order…
Sophie Sklar
Sep 30, 2021
One Month In…
One Month In…
Now that you’ve made it through the first month of law school, it’s a great time to get a good routine going or make sure that your current…
Misha Apel
Sep 26, 2021
Four Tips for Beginning Law School — Law School Guide
Four Tips for Beginning Law School — Law School Guide
This post is brought to you by lawschoolguide.ca, the leading provider of tutoring services specializing in helping law school students…
Joey Galinsky
Sep 6, 2021
1L Readings: Are They All Necessary?
1L Readings: Are They All Necessary?
There’s no sugar-coating law school: as a student, you’re expected to do a lot of reading. During orientation, professors will tell you…
Matthew Vreugde
Aug 27, 2021
Learning How to Say NO!
Learning How to Say NO!
Everyone I know will think this is hilarious that I am writing this because I need to take my own advice. If you’re anything like me (and…
Misha Apel
Aug 18, 2021
A Day in the Life of a 1L
A Day in the Life of a 1L
This past year I completed my first year of law school at Osgoode Hall. Although this article is geared for 1Ls, it applies to any law…
Nadav Amar
Aug 10, 2021
Funding Your Education
Funding Your Education
As September quickly approaches, it is time to get your finances in order for the upcoming school year. This article brings plenty of…
Alexandra Severn
Jul 30, 2021
Things You Should Know Before Starting at Western Law
Things You Should Know Before Starting at Western Law
Congratulations & Welcome to Western!
Misha Apel
Jul 15, 2021
Three Practices For A Successful 1L
Three Practices For A Successful 1L
Ultimately, good advice is subjective. Discovering helpful advice requires searching for insights, testing them, and then after determining…
Matthew Vreugde
Jul 13, 2021
Three Strategies to Remain Focused & Eliminate Distractions During Lectures
Three Strategies to Remain Focused & Eliminate Distractions During Lectures
Many of us struggle with maintaining consistent attention during long lectures. While there may not be a silver bullet to prevent your mind…
Joel Hacker
Jul 8, 2021
3 Advantages of Participating in Extracurricular Activities in Law School
3 Advantages of Participating in Extracurricular Activities in Law School
From the minute you start law school you will be overwhelmed with opportunities to join student groups, various organizations, and…
Dorsa Eshtehardian
Jun 24, 2021
The Missing Tile
The Missing Tile
Imagine you’re standing in a large room. You happen to glance towards the ceiling and are pleasantly surprised to see a beautiful mosaic of…
Ethan Zavarella
Jun 22, 2021
Weathering the Storm of 1L — Four Insights from Completing First-Year Law
Weathering the Storm of 1L — Four Insights from Completing First-Year Law
Throughout my first year of law school, I learned countless invaluable lessons. Not only have these lessons benefitted me so far in my law…
Joel Hacker
Jun 17, 2021
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