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For today's Legally Fit episode, DeAndré delves into mastering multiple choice questions for law school and bar exams. He highlights the importance of becoming proficient in this format, regardless of whether it's a natural stren
Dr. David Klieger from Aspen Publishing joins us today to discuss the new law school entry exam, JD-Next. Dr. Klieger goes over JD-Next program which is an eight-week, online course simulates a first-year law school contracts class, aiming to h
We are joined by Somi Umolu, an accomplished corporate lawyer, consultant, and entrepreneur, who will also be a panelist at the upcoming JD Alternatives panel for the Break Into Law School Conference this June. Somi shares her journey from work
We welcome Dean Vernadette Horne, the Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at St. John’s School of Law. Dean Horne shares insights about her diverse career journey, from litigation to corporate communications, and the importance
In this episode, Mecca Aikens, a second-year law student at Georgetown Law, shares her journey as a first-generation law student. She discusses how her parents' strategic savings plan and her father's military benefits helped minimize her educa
Learn all the essentials of brainstorming for your law school application essays with Dr. Nadia Castriota. Nadia shares valuable tips on adhering to application guidelines, organizing your thoughts, understanding the purpose of each essay, and
Welcome to another mini episode of Break into Law School with Dr. Nadia Castriota. This month, we're diving into the 509 report. One of our listeners asked how to read this vital document, which is packed with information about law school a
Meet Alexandria Richards, the first Black Editor-in-Chief of Drexel Law Review. She shares her law school journey from aspiring family lawyer to passionate advocate in labor and employment law. She discusses her groundbreaking role at Drexel La
DeAndré is back with the 1L Club to dive deep into acing final exams, covering everything from prepping to post-exam strategies. DeAndré walks you through the essential steps to maximize your performance, focusing on understanding the law, deve
Significant changes are coming to the LSAT in August 2024. While much attention has been on the removal of the Logic Games section, there's also a new writing section to prepare for. LSAT expert Mena Pirone discusses strategies for tackling the
Foolproof strategies to get through your 1L year successfully without a headache. In this conversation, Angela Vorpahl shares strategies and advice for students entering their 1L year of law school. From the importance of preparing practical li
Feeling overwhelmed with finals, LSAT prep, and law school applications? In this episode, Cynthia shares invaluable strategies for balancing finals and summer with law school application prep. Discover study techniques, leverage on-campus resou
Today we dive into the fascinating journey of Chayla Sherrod, who transitioned from studying environmental science to becoming a first-year corporate associate at a top law firm. Chayla shares her journey from studying environmental science to
Dive into the world of law school admissions with Dr. Nadia Castriota as she interviews Dean Tim Luczak from IU McKinney School of Law. They discuss the exciting programs at IU McKinney, focusing on the unique opportunities available in their p
We are so excited to have Rebecca Petrilli from Themis Bar Review back to discuss essential strategies for law students to have a successful summer and prepare for the MPRE (Multi State Professional Responsibility Exam). Rebecca highlights the
Should you transfer law schools? Sydney highlights crucial factors such as grades, familial considerations, geographical preferences, social fit, academic interests, and career prospects that influence this decision. Sydney emphasizes the impor
For this month's mini Q&A, Dr. Nadia Castriota, emphasizes the importance of considering various factors like ranking, scholarship offers, personal priorities, and the waitlist dilemma. Submit your questions to our social media or through bit.l
In our second installment of the 1L club session, DeAndré talks all about practice essays and guiding viewers through the essential steps to excel in law school exams. This session emphasizes the importance of practice essays in achieving succe
We welcome Anna Fernandez, Assistant Director of Community and Recruitment at Washington and Lee Law School, for an insightful discussion on navigating the law school admissions process. As an advocate for diversity and inclusion, Anna shares v
Sydney and Mike Spivey discuss the latest law school rankings and their implications. As the rankings fluctuate year after year, they delve into the question of whether rankings truly matter and how applicants should approach them. Mike Spivey
We are joined by D'Mia Spivey, a part-time 1L student at Loyola University Chicago Law School and full-time officer in the U.S. Navy. D'Mia shares her unique journey of balancing military service with pursuing her dream of attending law school.
What do you do during while waiting for law school decisions? Whether you applied early in the cycle or later, Sydney offers advice on how to navigate the uncertainty of awaiting admissions decisions. She emphasizes the importance of patience,
The episode features DéJeune Antoine, a life sciences licensing attorney, who shares her inspiring journey of blending her passions for law, business, and healthcare into a cohesive career path. DéJeune pursued a JD MBA, where she discovered th
Dr. Nadia Castriota has the pleasure to interview Dean Korey Mercer from William & Mary Law School for today's episode. They discuss various aspects of law school admissions, with a focus on supporting BIPOC and underrepresented student groups.
We are joined by Amani Taha, a corporate lawyer, as she shares her journey of advocating for herself and her community as a minority in the legal field. Growing up in a conservative Muslim community, Amani navigated cultural shocks and stereoty
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