LAW SCHOOL ADVICE I DID NOT FOLLOW (and i graduated in the top of my class)

[@TruhbledPrincess]

I love seeing these advice videos, you are definitely filling a need. I'm a practicing attorney (criminal law) and there was LITTLE in the way of advice videos for law school back in 2013-2016 lol

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Jasmin Smith girl yes so true those are the same years i went to law school as well and I don’t remember being able to find what I was looking for!

[@davidsoto4394]

How hard is it to fail out of law school in America?

[@TruhbledPrincess]

@@davidsoto4394 not sure if that question was for me or the creator, but if it was got me - have no info on that because it wasn't my experience

[@thems.harrisshow2160]

I'm Starting law school this August 2024. thankyou for this. I will be the first in my family to attend law school! So i will be watching you for guidance. I am excited and nervous.

[@saraheberhardt7570]

As a 2L, I have to agree with all you said. This advice is GOLD...especially if you don't come from a family of lawyers. There are TONS of misconceptions about law school and it's good to know what's what before you go :)

[@robinwillis7377]

Same. I don't come from a family of lawyers either. And Reddit advice is questionable at best. As a rising 1L it is good to hear you confirm how great her advice is!

[@jaclynsimone4926]

I dont think criminal justice and political science majors chose their majors based on feeling like they had to. Maybe its because they actually like those topics

[@dianadavid9111]

Hi! I’m in college right now, and let me tell you: I have heard every single one of these tips PREACHED at me for years, and it’s great to see a lawyer’s take on them! It makes law school a bit less scary, and I feel more confident about my goals :) also, i love your hair it’s so long

[@dianagee1287]

I’m in the process of getting law school acceptances. Law school finally feels real and I started looking into resources to prepare for law school. I’m grateful that I came across this video. The outline advice makes a lot of sense. I am a visual learner so going over it, following along, and adapting it to my understanding is what I will do. Thank you!! It’s a little hard to go with the advice of just enjoying life this upcoming summer bc I’m nervous but I’m gonna try to follow that advice as well.

[@ashleyman2733]

I’m about to start undergrad and can’t decide if to study to be a lawyer or psychologist

[@alwzfocused]

This is THE 👏🏾 BEST 👏🏾 VIDEO 👏🏾 I’ve seen giving law school advice. Thank you!

[@Natalia-rn4hh]

Hey! I’ve been binge watching a bunch of your videos this week because they are so good! Relatable, concise and hilarious. You mentioned not fully briefing every case you read. Can you expand on what you would include and what you would leave out in your shorter briefs? Thank you for the content!

[@Rnmslj555]

Yessss! Thank you so much for this lol. I spent the past week doubting myself because people kept posting so much "advice."😩

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Alexis Lawrence lol yess girl I feel like people mean well but somethings just aren’t fitting for certain people. Are you starting school soon?

[@Rnmslj555]

The Aspiring Boss Applying soon, hoping to start Fall '21.

[@LifeAsALawStudent]

@@Rnmslj555 Good luck!

[@heavenlyaguilar6607]

I start law school this summer….In 4 days lmao. Thank you so much for all of your videos. You’re incredible and so honest!!!!

[@emmawilhoit8021]

You have no idea how helpful this is, thank you so much! I'm going to law school in August and I've been binge watching your videos today. You have such a gift for explaining things and you're so fun and engaging to listen to! Thank you so much!

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Thank you so much!! You’re prepping early! How you feeling about starting law school?

[@emmawilhoit8021]

@@TheAspiringBoss I'm excited for the challenge and to start working in the areas of law that I'm passionate about! Though I am pretty intimidated knowing that I'll be more evenly matched by my peers at law school than I was in undergrad--I just don't like competition, I'd much rather collaborate!

[@robinwillis7377]

Girl, I love watching your videos. You're always so real about your experiences with law school and your career. I'm entering law school this fall and really appreciate you!

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Thank you and congrats!! Wishing you all the best 💕

[@tiasims146]

I am an aspiring law student and will be taking the LSAT soon. Your videos are helping a lot! Thanks for this.

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Tia Sims awesome so happy to hear that! Good luck on the LSAT!! 😊

[@ghericathebeliever]

Thanks for the tips. They are VERY helpful. I’m studying for the LSAT now. I plan to take it in 1 year.

[@cherrypopgirlie]

Thanks for sharing these tips! Much appreciated. I have a question, even though I know I'm late to this video. Would you recommend business cards for 1L? I feel like this is a ridiculous question, but I've seen both yes and no arguments, so I'm just wondering what your opinion is. Thank you so much!

[@halhenderson4830]

Conversely, if you do choose to study during the summer before Law School, you can probably have an easier 1L and save yourself some mental exhaustion. If you burn out easy, it probably is a good idea to do some reading in the summer. Watch some KZbin videos on the basics. I hate this whole "don't do anything as a 0L' advice that is the norm.

[@bmar1900]

Great video! I am interested in law school I have my bachelor's (Dec 2019 graduate). But still seeing what is my best next step. It would be cool if you did a video on law rankings and how it plays apart in the job market. Or if getting a master's before law school help with better pay in positions

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Thank you! Ok yes i can do a video more specifically on the law rankings as i only touched on it throughout precious videos. I personally think a masters before law school is unnecessary and wouldn’t spent the money on it. Everyone has their own views but I’d say unless you were going to get some work experience with that masters in between, go ahead and go straight to law school (or you can look into a dual mba/jd).

[@princessojukwu6669]

Where do you get outlines? Like do you ask other students or are they provided to everyone? I’m a little confused bc I’m only in grade 11 😭

[@dvesheiacromwell2256]

I am a undergrad wanting to apply to law school.

[@natasharobinson3359]

I am in the last year of my undergraduate degree and I am planning on attending law school. I really appreciate your videos because they motivate me to stay the course.

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Glad to hear it! You got this 😊

[@law11school11girly]

Let me know if anyone has questions about University of Miami law school!!

[@MonaWazir]

Hi what are your job prospects? Also summer internship experience? Did you need to stay in Miami?

[@ECO473]

What was your favorite class in law school?

[@tiaunajonline]

I would say it you're a slow learner of new concepts, it doesn't hurt to spend some free time getting familiar with a Civ Pro outline... all I'm sayin.

[@bowenpaintertraillawyers]

So interesting!

[@starlun4]

I’m here because I’m considering studying law.

[@C_P_P]

As a 1L, I can verify that doing a detailed brief for every course is insanity. If you are spending time doing that, you are missing out on doing any actual studying for the exams. Our law school is closed book exams. We just took our closed book midterms. It was absolutely essential you had time to memorize the rule's you were going to use in your exams. That takes a few hours spread out over weeks. If you are briefing every case, good luck with having the mental ability and stamina to prepare for the exams. I would listen to her about this.

[@Max-iv2pj]

I wanna go to law school and currently doing my research on it, as a differently-abled/disabled person law school seems intimidating for sure, but after watching your videos, it seems more doable :)

[@karenstrickland9958]

Preparing for my 1L year in Fall 2021...I’m super excited!!!!! Thanks for the awesome tips👍🏾😊

[@brandeepermenter9181]

Thank you so much for your advice and help! I’m starting law school and a couple weeks and your videos have been so helpful!

[@hannahyoung6458]

Paralegal and wanting to go to law school eventually. Thanks for the tips!

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Ooooo love my paralegals! You guys are literally the glue that holds the profession together! Once you graduate from law school you’ll be the most informed and experienced baby lawyer out of most of your peers 😊

[@mccoyology]

love the video, but can i get a bruh too (sis) .... Any part time law school friends?

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Stephen McCoy haha my bad bro! I’m gonna do better next time! Yes i did know people who went to law school part time for various reasons. They seemed to handle it pretty well but its seems like you have to make more an effort to be organized and good with time management! Are you thinking about doing a part time program?

[@mccoyology]

The Aspiring Boss I am, I’m 34 and well into a career. Originally I wanted to go full time but stepping away from my career when I can go part time isn’t really wise. I’m in the DC area so ideally Georgetown is my top choice. I however want to be a federal prosecutor. Love your channel!!

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Stephen McCoy i definitely feel that. I went straight through but can’t imagine that i would leave my career job at this stage in life especially as you said, they allow you to work and go to law school. Federal prosecutor that’s what’s up! Have you taken the LSAT yet?

[@mccoyology]

The Aspiring Boss third times the charm, I take the October flex. Shooting for 165+. URM, navy Vet, strong resume. Just need to nail this test.

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Oh that’s awesome you have a pretty interested background to work with. As an army beat, I salute your service!! Good luck with the LSAT and make sure you come back and let me know how things go!!

[@graceeloho4016]

Very helpful. Your skin is so beautiful, can you please d a video about the skin product you use and your daily skin routine please please please.....

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Thank you so much! 💕 I sure can

[@graceeloho4016]

Thanks

[@Electroshock494]

I graduate in December 2020 and i have been accepted to a law school which offers year round enrollment and an accelerated 2 year program. I want to get my JD as fast as possible but at the same time I’m nervous about going through law school for 2 years straight. Have you met any lawyers who have done this? (P.s love your videos! I have a playlist of law school videos i listen to when i study and a bunch of yours are on it)

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Antonio Ray Jr thanks so much for watching! CONGRATS ON YOUR ACCEPTANCE. I haven’t met anyone who did the accelerated program, I am not even sure If my school offered it! It seems pretty cool and doesn’t sound like i would be opposed to. You’d just have to adjust to the “no break” thing which sucks but being done a whole year early would be worth it. I’m sure the curriculum is manageable if they offer it. Hope that helps!

[@regiz3418]

Ahhhhh looped back to find this gem (cue relaxed sounds). I swear watching your videos is a major step to sanity. The 0L anxiety is real, so glad to have you, cannot say thank you enough😂

[@ECO473]

ALL FACTS!!! Well said. I'm also a law school graduate turned college professor.

[@Unique_username-kr5cu]

Thank you!!!! Getting prepared for 1L in the fall!!

[@rachelinlawschool]

I am an incoming 1L and this is super helpful. I don't have lawyers in my family.

[@NinziyeMugode-bl2fv]

Do you mind doing a video from like what law school is from the start, cause some term you used or things you say Don't add up. Video for some who doesn't know anything about law school. Please ❤

[@lewisntolla7740]

Thank you for the video, I am a prospective law student enrolling in 2021 and it was very informative! I have a few questions, how do you ask for 2L’s outlines at the beginning of the year? Do you just walk up to them and ask for the outlines? Buy it maybe? And how do know who to ask? For the “making short brief” advice, how long would your brief be? And you said “within the books” were you basically taking short notes? Do you have any pictures of what it’d look like just to get a clearer idea? Sorry I have a lot of questions 😅 thank you very much again your channel is amazing!

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Big Lew regarding asking for outlines, you’ll find that some people will offer but yes you can definitely ask. My 1l year i got some of my outlines from some 2ls but then some from other 1Ls who had met the right people. Your 1L year you are broken up into sections and so you’ll become close with the people in your section and network with people to get good outlines. Also different organizations will usually have an outline bank you can access. For briefing, you’ll learn what is called the IRAC method (issue, rule, analysis, conclusion) and that will guide you on briefing. As long as you have notes filled in for each of those items, you should be equipped to answer if cold called in class. Let me dig around in my old files to see if i can find anything worth filming and If i do I’ll show some materials in a separate video.

[@lewisntolla7740]

The Aspiring Boss thank you very much for the information! 😃

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Big Lew you’re welcome!

[@deborahtheabsolutequeen1512]

Thank you for this video ❤I resigned from a job I didn’t like to move to Florida to be near my mom 👵🏾who is getting older. I don’t want another job that I’m not interested in and only went to college to apply to one small law school which I did 20 years ago. But I didn’t get in. I decided to apply to law school again but definitely going to apply to more schools (most of them will be in the state of Florida or near the state of Florida). Your video has inspired me as I am applying again for law school. I heard all that advice 20 years ago. Even majored in political science but I did enjoyed my major and was able to get good grades (A’s and B’s). Anyway thanks for the advice and your perspective on law school 🏫 in the video.

[@chelsieram]

such a valuable vid! So glad I stumbled on your channel - just subscribed! I am also in law school and make vids like these!! :)

[@AccordingtoAma]

this video was super helpful !!!! i'm starting my first year of law school tomorrow 😬😬😬

[@TheAspiringBoss]

AmasBeautyChannel omg that’s awesome! GOOD LUCK! How are you feeling?!

[@AccordingtoAma]

@@TheAspiringBoss I was feeling anxious but now i'm gooddd

[@reginejones2402]

Wish you the best! You got this!

[@myikamarshall9593]

Just decided I wanted to be a lawyer. This was great! Thanks for sharing!

[@chronicles6065]

Great video.

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Fila Baxter thank you!

[@tasharabell3506]

I have submitted my application (on hold) I take the LSAT in June , I hope to attend Law School this fall but I may be pushed to next year.

[@ItsOliviaSkyy]

Just when i was gonna quit smoking that green to prepare for 1L , here you go saying to enjoy my life 🙄 imma take your advice tho

[@kestra2244]

Love your videos I’m A junior in college and your tips and very helpful.

[@ramiromartinez1423]

Thank you I chose English for a pre-law

[@tylarphillips8181]

love your videos! thank you so much for uploading these and helping prospective students plan!

[@tiffamberr]

I agree with all of this!! It honestly may be more beneficial to major in something other than pre-law or political science in undergrad because it sets you apart from the 80% of applicants who did those majors (law schools love STEM students). The people at the top of my class have business degrees/teaching degrees/etc.

[@2134knees]

I loved number one. That's the same advice my Minor adviser helped me. I majored in HSR and minored in Legal Studies/Prelaw.

[@yaseminzirekoglu]

She is amazing!

[@trinalaw3371]

Thank you so much for this info 💕💕 I’m interning for a prosecutors office before going to law school next year hopefully.

[@davidsalmeron2540]

What are you thoughts on JD Advantage jobs?

[@ruthadjorlolo2338]

Great content Watching from Ghana Real advice

[@yakshhanda6592]

Hi Angela! I am in college and am preparing for my LSAT, this was an eye-opening video! Thank you for making it! I would like to know if we can save some pocket cash by using photocopies of books or digital copies printed out and spiral bound instead of using original prints, because damn those law school books are expensive...

[@mojokombue4463]

This is so helpful!

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Mojoko Mbue yayyyy I’m glad!

[@27-deekshithapreethjayaram8]

How do we do Short briefs?

[@Vanessa_Tia01]

The last one is my fav🔥🤝🏾

[@sandramaduoma5736]

Thank you for this vid!!

[@halymonter2374]

Hi, so law school outlines are pretty much what you learned in class? or from the books?

[@TheAspiringBoss]

Yes it will be more from the material you learn from the lecture (class)!

[@tinatoma4975]

You are my queen

[@jennayn6419]

What type of lawyer are you

[@TheAspiringBoss]

bxbygurl jexnay i practice transactional law specializing in mergers and Acquisitions law (help companies buy and sell companies essentially).

[@jennayn6419]

@@TheAspiringBoss wait do you get to go in court

[@TheAspiringBoss]

No, most transactional lawyers don’t go to court.

[@27-deekshithapreethjayaram8]

You are sassy💞🥀

[@brittanybutts4529]

I have a BFA and I plan to go to law school this fall. I'll find out soon where I'm going.

[@agitsjean7612]

I need thiss! Todays my first day in law school,🥲