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The Mature Law Student

For those going into law as a second career for ages 40 and up. By Sam Bruner.

http://thematurelawstudent.blogspot.com/

Aug 7
The First Semester - Getting Started

The First Semester - Getting Started

My son was entering his junior year in high school. Before school starts my wife goes to Target for all his supplies. Now she led both of us. My son was the expert here. He advised me on the type of book bag that would look cool and the…
Jun 13
He Not Being Born Is Busy Dying Or Why Should I Attend Law School In My Fiftie

He Not Being Born Is Busy Dying Or Why Should I Attend Law School In My Fiftie

My reasons for deciding on law school may be different from others. I am writing this post because I have been asked by EVERYONE who knows I am attending school, including many professors, why I am going at this time in life. When I say…
Jun 5
The Most Common Questions and Reactions From Friends and Relative

The Most Common Questions and Reactions From Friends and Relative

I will address the question of "why I wanted to go to law school" in another posting. Let's just accept the notion that I did not wake up one day and say, "hey, I think I'll go to law school now that I'm 52!" Something had to be missing in…

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BU Law Student Blogs

Law student bloggers at Boston University Law School chronicling their law school experience.

http://blogs.bu.edu/law/

Apr 23
My first piece on Social Earth

My first piece on Social Earth

Greetings All, I come to you with another dispatch from the world of 3L-dom. I, like many of my friends and colleagues are still figuring out where we fit in, in the law and the world that surrounds it and or is powered by it. I am still…
Mar 15
My first piece on Social Earth

My first piece on Social Earth

Greetings All, I come to you with another dispatch from the world of 3L-dom. I, like many of my friends and colleagues are still figuring out where we fit in, in the law and the world that surrounds it and or is powered by it. I…
Feb 24
Anti-Social Enterprise

Anti-Social Enterprise

To all my third year law friends, I apologize for my absence of the last couple of months. My antisocial-ness has been directly attributable to my attempt to build a social enterprise. I understand that the idea that I am not being…

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Danny Horen Law Student Blog

California Western School of Law blog by law student Danny Horen

http://blogs.cwsl.edu/blog/danny/

Sep 27
Third Time’s a Charm

Third Time’s a Charm

Third Year is usually the year they “bore you to death.” At this point, I can say I agree with that sentiment. There is so much to look forward to (MPRE, Pre-Bar, graduation) in the next year, but I cannot seem to find much motivation…
Jul 25
Stand Up and Fight!

Stand Up and Fight!

Throughout law school you learn a lot, mostly about people fighting for a particular right. The stories are sometimes so disheartening I begin to lose faith in the human race. How can someone be so awful to another person, be it a loved…
May 28
Faster, Faster

Faster, Faster

I am about 4 weeks into the summer semester. I’m working, interning, and taking classes. I am still running and riding my bicycle as much as I can. But I’ve decided to commit myself in one more way. Starting June 1, I will be doing…

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Berkeley Law on the Web

University of California, Berkeley Boalt Hall School of Law

http://web.berkeleylawblogs.org/

Sep 5
Our new events calendar

Our new events calendar

One of the frustrations of the new year is that we haven’t had a truly effective tool for publicizing events. Today, we’re pleased to be finally christening our new Berkeley Law Events Calendar as the school’s primary events tool. This…
Jul 30
The new BBB

The new BBB

A couple of months ago, we asked the Berkeley Law community how they used the BBB. We got a ton of great feedback. Based on that feedback, and internal discussions about what seems to make sense, we’ve come up with a slightly new format for…
Jun 9
Do you use the BBB?

Do you use the BBB?

One of the byproducts of our web site redesign is that we are pondering the future of the BBB (Boalt Bulletin Board). The BBB has been around for a long time, in various forms, and it’s time to understand exactly how people use it and what…

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Latin American Law Student…

Latin American Law Student Association

Boston College's Latin American Law Student Association (

http://bclalsa.blogspot.com/

Feb 3
LALSA Newsletter 2/3/2010

LALSA Newsletter 2/3/2010

Hey LALSA!Here’s a quick overview of what’s in our most recent email. Brought to you by LALSA:General Body Meeting / Spanish for Lawyers WorkshopLALSA T-Shirts are in!March is DIVERSITY MONTHRecruiting Latino Admitted StudentsLALSA…
Dec 14
Fall 2009 Event

Fall 2009 Event

August 28-30: Students of Color RetreatSeptember 15: General Body Meeting and 1L ElectionsSeptember 22: HACU/HNIP Guest Speaker Elena Vivas-HouseSeptember 25: LALSA Social at Union StreetSeptember 30: Mentor-Mentee Kick-Off DinnerOctober 1:…
Apr 9
2009 Diversity Programs / Career Fair

2009 Diversity Programs / Career Fair

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~*Bay Area Diversity Career Fair: The Hilton San Francisco Financial District, San Francisco, CARegistration Deadline: June 15, 2009…

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Moot Court Society

From Ragiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law, IIT Karagpur.

http://www.mcsiitkgp.blogspot.com/

Jan 22
28th BCI Moot, NLU Delhi

28th BCI Moot, NLU Delhi

Dear RGSPOILts,BCI is organising two moots this year to mark the Golden Jubilee Celebrations. One of them is being held in Nirma University, Gujarat (on 17-19th Feb, thats during our midsems) and the other in NLU Delhi in March.(See the…
Jan 21
Amity Lucknow Moot, 2012

Amity Lucknow Moot, 2012

Dear RGSPOILts,Amity Law School, Lucknow is conducting the 5th Amity National Moot Court Competition, 2012.(www.amitylucknowmoot.jigsy.com)The moot problem is related to defamation of Judges, speech and expression of media, based on the…
Jan 19
INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION MOOT,2012

INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION MOOT,2012

Dear RGSPOILts,NLSIU, Bangalore is hosting the International Arbitration Moot, 2012.Venue: NLS Bangalore.Last date for registrations: 1st February, 2012.

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Michaela Delacruz Law Student Blog

California Western School of Law blog by law student Michaela Delacruz

http://blogs.cwsl.edu/blog/michaela/

Jun 4
Baby on Board!

Baby on Board!

Last weekend my friend, Courtney, and I hosted a baby shower for our friend and schoolmate, Miranda. It was just a small shower with some of our closest friends from law school, but it was a nice intimate setting for all of us to catch up…
Jan 4
Whoooooaahh, We’re Half Way There… Whoooaaaaaah, Livin’ on a Prayer.

Whoooooaahh, We’re Half Way There… Whoooaaaaaah, Livin’ on a Prayer.

So yesterday officially marked the second half of my law school career here at CWSL. I honestly cannot believe it. It feels like only yesterday that I was attending orientation, having my photo taken for my new school ID card, meeting other…
Nov 15
BEST. SUMMER. EVER. My Summer Abroad in Barcelona, Spain.

BEST. SUMMER. EVER. My Summer Abroad in Barcelona, Spain.

Okay, I realize summer was a looong time ago now and it is now November, but I just cannot post a blog about 2L without first mentioning my summer abroad in Barcelona, Spain. (I promise I’ll get back into normal law school and 2L after this…

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Heather Carmody Law Student Blog

California Western School of Law blog by law student Heather Carmody

http://blogs.cwsl.edu/heather/

Sep 11
4 out of 4

4 out of 4

I have entered my fourth (and final) year of the four year JD/MSW program. Things have gotten off to a great (albeit running) start. With my new internship I feel like I have come almost full circle since applying to law school. For my final…
May 4
3 years down, 1 to go

3 years down, 1 to go

I am now in my fourth year of my four year dual degree program. While I am a little envious of my classmates in both the social work and law programs who graduate(d) this spring, I still have a lot to look forward to in this last year. I am…
Jan 6
Happy 2012

Happy 2012

It’s a new year gang. I’m now only a year and a half away from graduating (May 2013). When I look around, I see an awful lot of friends in both my incoming law and social worker classes getting ready to graduate this spring. It makes me a…

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BarWrite Blog

Covers the bar exam and law practice, including efficiently researching and writing memoranda, briefs, and letters, and making effective oral arguments and presentations. By Mary Campbell Gallagher.

http://www.barwriteblog.com/

May 20
Can Memorizing Law Make You Brilliant?

Can Memorizing Law Make You Brilliant?

Although everyone knows that memorizing is useful for the bar exam, and most lawyers have memorized at least the first few lines of an oral argument, memorizing is deeply unfashionable. New research, however, suggests that we shouldn't save…
May 8
How Bar Candidates Can Avoid Thinking They Should Be Doing Something Else

How Bar Candidates Can Avoid Thinking They Should Be Doing Something Else

One big distraction in life is always thinking you should be doing something else. People who want to achieve a great deal in life probably suffer more from this distraction than others. I knew a publishing executive here in New...
Mar 11
Targeted Drone Strikes Against American Citizens Provokes Important Legal Question

Targeted Drone Strikes Against American Citizens Provokes Important Legal Question

Last week Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky conducted a filibuster opposing the President's nomination of John O. Brennan to lead the Central Intelligence Agency. Senator Paul feared that once at the C.I.A., Mr. Brennan might authorize unmanned…

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Law Partners Organization

A resource for spouses and families of Brigham Young University (BYU) Law School students

http://lawpartners.blogspot.com/

Sep 6
Opening Social - September 7th!

Opening Social - September 7th!

Please join us on September 7th at Rock Canyon Park from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. You and your family are invited to attend! If your law spouse isn't around, still come, there will be many of us there alone!Dinner and dessert will be provided,…
Apr 2
Activities this Week

Activities this Week

LP Closing Social
Mar 26
Activities this Week: 3/26-3/31

Activities this Week: 3/26-3/31

3/27 Tuesday Children's Hour: California Pizza Kitchen Tour 12:00 (noon)This is a really fun tour. The kids will get to make and eat their very own pizza!

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Ramesses Surban Law Student Blog

California Western School of Law blog by law student Ramesses Surban

http://blogs.cwsl.edu/blog/ramesses/

Oct 7
Batter Up!

Batter Up!

Yes, law school is a lot of work. A LOT. But, you can’t forget to take a break and blow off some steam every now and then. So, last Friday, I played in CWSL’s first annual Student-Alumni Softball Game.
Oct 5
Leap of Faith

Leap of Faith

It was October 2009 and I found myself at a crossroads. I had just gotten married in June and my wife and I were happy to learn that we were expecting a new addition to our family. At the time, I was lucky enough to enjoy a rewarding…
Oct 4
About Me: Introduction

About Me: Introduction

An urban planner for the past six years, my interest in the regulations surrounding land use policy and real estate development compelled me to enter law school. In the future, I hope to combine my urban planning experience with my legal…

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David Cain Law Student Blog

David Cain's California Western School of Law student blog

http://blogs.cwsl.edu/david/

Jan 29
Competition

Competition

8:00 p.m. Sunday night. The kids are all coming off their chores and each is on to his or her current respective obsession. Exile It takes your mind again
Sep 23
Grades Release Tomorrow…

Grades Release Tomorrow…
Sep 23
27 Over

27 Over

Charlie- Keep your head down. Stay smooth through the ball. Listen to the grass. Take each hole as it comes, one stroke at a time. Any pressure you apply, you apply to yourself. You can’t phone this in; you can’t fake it. Trust your…

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The Great Writ

Covers law school, the First Amendment, technology, and everything in between. By Jacob Genzuk and Adam Steinbaugh.

http://thegreatwrit.net/

Apr 4
Overland High School relent

Overland High School relent

The Denver Post reports that Overland High School in Cherry Creek, Colorado, has backed down from an apparent attempt at censorship of the student newspaper, and has extended an olive branch to the editors (and their advocates) by rescinding…
Apr 3
A Note for 1Ls (and those considering becoming one)

A Note for 1Ls (and those considering becoming one)

“You just have to wake up one day and realize it’s a lifestyle; it’s a decision.” I was lucky enough this past week to bump into a friend from undergrad, Christian. We chatted a bit about what we had done since we left Whittier, me in…
Mar 27
A crash course in censorship in Colorado

A crash course in censorship in Colorado

At a Denver-area high school, editors of the student newspaper are learning a difficult lesson: embarrassing a school, even unintentionally, is a risky prospect when administrators control their ability to publish. Never mind the First…

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Hello Law School

Provides information for current and potential law students.

http://www.hellolawschool.com/

Jan 23
How to Pay For Law School

How to Pay For Law School

According to U.S. News and World Report getting your law degree can cost upwards of $150,000, or about as much as a brand spankin’ new Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG. I can attest to this as my own outstanding student loan balance is nearly…
Jan 8
The Personal Statement vs. The Addendum

The Personal Statement vs. The Addendum

Your personal statement is meant to take the place of a formal face-to-face interview with the admissions committee. Therefore, while it may not be given quite as much weight as your LSAT score or your GPA by many law schools, it still plays…
Dec 11
10 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Law School

10 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Law School

Choosing the right law school is a BIG deal! I’d go so far as to say that its on par with choosing your future spouse. Your choice will undoubtedly effect the rest of your life. So choose wisely. As with marriage, you shouldn’t say…

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Law Library & Technology Blog

From the George Mason University School of Law.

http://blog.law.gmu.edu/library/

May 22
Bloomberg Law Seeks Student Representative

Bloomberg Law Seeks Student Representative

Here is information provided by Bloomberg Law: Bloomberg Law is seeking an energetic and highly-motivated Product Advocate to support Bloomberg Law at George Mason University School of Law. The successful candidate will be fully trained on…
May 8
Summer Access to Legal Database

Summer Access to Legal Database

During the Summer, GMUSL students have the following legal database access: Bloomberg Law: Unlimited, unrestricted access. Lexis: Unlimited access for work (paid or unpaid) and academic purposes using a Lexis Advance ID. Westlaw:…
May 1
Law Day 2013

Law Day 2013

In 1961, Congress officially designated May 1 as Law Day (36 U.S.C.113). Each year, the American Bar Association selects a theme for the Law Day celebration. This year’s theme is Realizing the…

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JD Nation

Provides advice for blocked, bored or burned out JDs. By Annie Little.

http://www.thejdnation.com/theblog

Apr 29
law school has gone to the dogs (seriously, actual dogs)

law school has gone to the dogs (seriously, actual dogs)
Feb 24
the case for reaching out

the case for reaching out

Remember that slogan for AT&T back in the ‘80s about reaching out and touching someone? You know, the one that encouraged customers to make long distance calls because life’s special moments and relationships are worth the…
Feb 24
numbing: what it is and why we all do it

numbing: what it is and why we all do it

Let me preface this post by saying that what I suggest here is not applicable to situations in which addiction is in play. That needs to be handled by a licensed psychological professional. But for every other situation, take note. Numbing…

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Advice, tips and musings regarding law school and life thereafter from a former trial lawyer (and guest bloggers), now Director of Public Service Programs at the North Carolina Central University School of Law in Durham, NC.

http://lawschoolsuccessandcareers.blogspot.com/

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