We welcome back Sylvia! She’s back to share her journey as a bar exam retaker, how she’s feeling this time around, what’s different, and how she’s staying confident as she prepares to (hopefully!) sit the Washington State Bar Exam this September.

Unfortunately, Sylvia was one of the hundreds of future attorneys affected by the unexpected delay of the NextGen Bar Exam that was scheduled to be administered in July.

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In this episode, Attorney Paulette shares her journey from being a first-generation law student at Suffolk University Law School to opening her own criminal defense law firm. We discuss moving to Boston without knowing anyone, working throughout law school to make ends meet, the importance of networking, and how failing the bar exam ultimately led her to the career she was meant to have.

Paulette also breaks down the differences between criminal defense and white-collar law, shares why she changed her career path from prosecution to defense.

Whether you're studying for the bar exam, interested in criminal defense, or simply looking for encouragement on your own journey, this episode is full of inspiration!

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In this bonus episode, Ki'Ev, a graduate of Howard University School of Law, joins me to share what it was like (attempting to take) taking the July 2026 Washington Bar Exam and the chaos that unfolded when everything went wrong.

We also discuss the emotional toll this experience has had on applicants whose futures were suddenly thrown into uncertainty, what happens next for the hundreds of examinees affected, and why so many are calling for accountability.

This episode is a firsthand account of a moment that will likely be remembered in bar exam history. We talk about the future of the NextGen Bar Exam, what this means for aspiring attorneys, and why the voices of those impacted deserve to be heard.

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In this episode, Annie Ho shares her journey from practicing law for five years to co-founding Texas Law Gals, a women-owned personal injury law firm in Houston, Texas, with her law school best friend. We discuss the importance of branding, how they came up with the firm's name, and what it's like owning your own law firm!

Annie also breaks down how personal injury law works, including why clients don't need money upfront to hire an attorney, and shares how she uses TikTok to make legal concepts easy to understand.

Whether you're interested in personal injury law, entrepreneurship, or legal careers, this episode is full of practical advice and inspiration.

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In this episode, the tables are turned as Harleigh interviews Stephanie just 48 hours before she retakes the Arkansas Bar Exam. Stephanie opens up about what it feels like to prepare for the bar exam a second time, how this experience has been different from her first attempt, and the changes she's made in her study routine, mindset, and approach. She also shares the emotions, doubts, and determination she's carrying into exam day.

Whether you're getting ready for the bar exam, preparing for a retake, or simply looking for an honest look at the realities of this journey, this episode is for you!

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Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school!

This week, we are covering the landmark case Terry v. Ohio. The case raised important questions about whether the Fourth Amendment allows a police officer to stop and briefly frisk a person for weapons without probable cause to arrest if the officer reasonably suspects the person is involved in criminal activity and may be armed and dangerous.

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Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school!

This week, we are covering the landmark case Berkemer v. McCarty. The case raised important questions about the constitutional rights of individuals during police encounters and whether statements made during a routine traffic stop are admissible when a suspect has not been advised of their Miranda rights.

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Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school!

This week, we are covering the landmark case Miranda v. Arizona. The case raised important questions about the constitutional rights of individuals during police interrogations and whether statements made by a suspect in custody are admissible when the suspect was not informed of their Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination and Sixth Amendment right to an attorney. The Supreme Court's decision established the  Miranda warnings, requiring law enforcement to advise individuals of their rights before conducting a custodial interrogation.

Just a friendly reminder: nothing discussed on this podcast constitutes legal advice. We are not your lawyers!

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In this episode, Maggie Maddox shares her experience preparing for and passing the Louisiana Bar Exam. We discuss what makes the Louisiana Bar Exam so different from every other state, from its civil law foundation based on the Napoleonic Code to its three nine-hour testing days spread across Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Maggie shares the professors and mentors who helped prepare her for success, the mindset that carried her through the exam!

Whether you're preparing for the bar exam, considering taking the Louisiana Bar, or simply curious about one of the country's most unique licensing exams, this is the episode for you!

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Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school!

This week, we are covering Roper v. Simmons. The case raised important questions about the constitutionality of the death penalty for juvenile offenders and whether executing individuals who were under the age of 18 at the time of their crimes violates the Eighth Amendment to the United States Constitution prohibition against cruel and unusual punishment.

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