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

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

Alison Monahan and Lee Burgess - Law School Toolbox, LLC

Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and Beyond

16 minutes 33 seconds

446: Quick Tips -- Doing the Reading for Your Law School Classes
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:
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
22 April 2024, 9:00 am
37 minutes 26 seconds

445: Best Practices for Getting Accommodations in Law School
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:
Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-445-best-practices-for-getting-accommodations-in-law-school/)

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
15 April 2024, 9:00 am
21 minutes 4 seconds

444: Listen and Learn - Property-Based Intentional Torts
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, in an episode from our "Listen and Learn" series, we're discussing property intentional torts and their specific defenses.

In this episode we discuss:
- A brief review of intentional torts
- When is a defendant liable for trespass to land?
- The differences between trespass to chattels and conversion
- The necessity defense for property intentional torts
- The case Vincent v. Lake Erie Transportation Co.
- Two hypos from previous California bar exams involving property intentional torts
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-444-listen-and-learn-property-based-intentional-torts/)

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
8 April 2024, 9:00 am
31 minutes 3 seconds

443: Bar Exam Basics for Law Students
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're discussing some bar exam basics to help ensure you pass on the first try.

In this episode we discuss:
- Structure of the current bar exam and how it's going to change
- Important things to keep in mind for your bar prep
- What are some problem areas we see with people who don't pass the first time?
- How you can set yourself up for success on the exam
- Tools and resources to use for bar prep
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-443-bar-exam-basics-for-law-students/)

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
1 April 2024, 9:00 am
14 minutes 31 seconds

442: Quick Tips -- How to Get the Most Out of Your Summer Legal Job
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're talking about how to get the most out of your summer job. In particular, we are going to cover tips for success in three key aspects of your summer work experience: professionalism, substantive work, and networking.

In this episode we discuss:
- How to be the co-worker that people want on their team
- Tips for getting the most out of the substantive work you do at your summer job
- Networking at your work place
- Legal documents you might be asked to draft during your summer job, and how they relate to your writing sample
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-442-quick-tips-how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-summer-legal-job/)

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
25 March 2024, 9:00 am
32 minutes 17 seconds

441: Exploring the Impact of AI on the Legal Profession (w/Gabe Teninbaum)
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking with Gabe Teninbaum -- law professor and creator of spacedrepetition.com -- about how the rapidly developing AI technology may impact the legal profession.

In this episode we discuss:
- Gabe's background and how he got interested in technology for the legal industry
- How generative AI has been developing in recent years
- What are some ways that AI may create, or destroy, legal jobs?
- How can AI help people access legal assistance or information in a low-cost way?
- What are the biggest concerns and opportunities for the legal profession as AI technology develops?
- What to do if you're a law student interested in developing technologies
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-441-exploring-the-impact-of-ai-on-the-legal-profession-w-gabe-teninbaum/)

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
18 March 2024, 9:00 am
27 minutes 59 seconds

440: Making Good Career Decisions in Law School (w/Sadie Jones)
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking with ex-BigLaw recruiter Sadie Jones about making good decisions in law school to prepare for your legal career.

In this episode we discuss:
- What's the most important thing you have to do in law school to set yourself up for legal career success?
- What options do you have if you don't get the exact job you wanted for the 1L/2L summer?
- Exploring academic activities in different areas of interest
- How to frame prior job experiences in interviews
- Finding networking opportunities in your job placements
Resources:
- CareerDicta (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/careerdicta/)
- Law School Toolbox Podcast: Careers (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/law-school-toolbox-podcast-archive/careers/)
Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-440-making-good-career-decisions-in-law-school-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
11 March 2024, 10:00 am
36 minutes 21 seconds

439: Keys to Law School Success with Themis (w/Michele Cooley)
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're excited to have Michele Cooley from Themis Bar Review joining us to talk about their Law School Essentials courses.

Note: This episode is brought to you by Themis Bar Review – the gold standard in bar exam preparation. Right now, Themis has a special offer for Law School Toolbox podcast listeners. If you sign up for their July 2024 bar review course, you can get a $500 discount using the promo code LAWSCHOOLTB500. (This offer is valid until midnight Central Standard Time on May 20th, 2024.)

In this episode we discuss:
- Michele's professional background and her work at Themis Bar Review
- Common struggles for first-year law students
- Content of the Law School Essentials courses offered by Themis
- Implementing practice questions in a study group
- Using the resources available at your law school
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-439-keys-to-law-school-success-with-themis-w-michele-cooley/)

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
4 March 2024, 1:00 pm
27 minutes 34 seconds

438: Crafting Less Common Job Application Documents (w/Sadie Jones)
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're joined by ex-BigLaw recruiter Sadie Jones to talk about some less common documents that employers might request from you when you apply for a legal job.

In this episode we discuss:
- Types of less common documents that might be requested during the application process
- Why do employers ask for this extra step for certain positions?
- How to craft your application documents to present yourself in the best way, and what common mistakes to avoid
- Should you expect to be asked for references?
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-438-crafting-less-common-job-application-documents-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
26 February 2024, 10:00 am
18 minutes 33 seconds

437: Quick Tips -- Succeeding in Law School with ADHD
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're sharing specific tips for students coping with ADHD, in relation to managing the law school workload, studying, and preparing for exams.

In this episode we discuss:
- Maintaining mental health in law school
- Applying for accommodations on exams
- Organization strategies to help you manage your workload
- How to track time effectively
- Streamlining your study resources
- Motivation and other issues to address if you're struggling to get started on doing the work
- Two popular methods for staying focused while studying
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-437-quick-tips-succeeding-in-law-school-with-adhd/)

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
19 February 2024, 10:00 am
35 minutes 35 seconds

436: Improving Executive Functioning Skills as a Law Student
Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today's episode is on the topic of executive functioning skills for law students and new lawyers, in relation to staying organized, managing time effectively, and also studying and working smart.

In this episode we discuss:
- What are executive functioning skills?
- Where do law students struggle when it comes to executive functioning?
- How to improve overall memory
- Managing distractions and staying focused when you need to
- Creating an effective to-do list for better time management
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-436-improving-executive-functioning-skills-as-a-law-student/)

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
12 February 2024, 10:00 am
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