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Satellite of Love
Along with decorative gourds and tiny sociopaths demanding candy, the end of October brings an…
Take a Deep Breath and Take Control
Most of our law schools have only 5 or 6 weeks of class left in the semester. …
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What Can I Do in Sixty Minutes or Less?
It is a common misconception among law students that studying cannot be accomplished in small time blocks. …
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Using To Do Lists Effectively
Task lists for what one needs to accomplish (commonly called to do lists) are effective…
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Solving Study Group Problems
Some of my law students avoid study groups because of prior problems they had with…
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Turning the Socratic Method into a More Positive Experience
The Socratic Method is probably the most feared and most maligned aspect of law school. Fortunately,…
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Some Quick Tips for Studying
I have been collecting tips from my students and others to pass on to our readers. …
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Effective Case Briefing
Students often ask how to determine which concepts in a case should end up as…
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Memorization: The Final Week of Bar Prep
During the final week of bar prep, memorization is paramount. Overlearning the law is the…
Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head
It rained steadily in West Texas for three different days last week! Hooray - a dent in the…