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

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

  • 108: Handling Summer Associate Offers (with an ex-BigLaw Recruiter)

    Welcome to the Law School Toolbox podcast. Today, we're talking with ex-BigLaw recruiter, Sadie Jones, about the processing of getting, or not getting, an offer at the end of your time as a summer associate. Tune in for some great information on how to end your summer successfully and navigate the offer process thoughtfully and respectfully.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • The basics of the offer process and what it means for the future
    • The possible outcomes and how to deal with them
    • How to maximize your chances of getting an offer as the summer wraps up
    • Things to do to make sure you end the summer on a positive note
    • Sure-fire ways to put your offer in jeopardy
    • What you can do if you sense a potential issue (a personality conflict, a not-so-great performance on an assignment, etc.)
    • Cold offers: what does this mean and how can you move forward?
    • Managing offers while applying for clerkships
    • What are the repercussions of turning down an offer if you weren't happy at the firm?
    • Once you've accepted an offer, do 3L grades matter?

    Resources:

    • What It's Like to Get a Cold Offer (http://thegirlsguidetolawschool.com/10/what-its-like-to-get-a-cold-offer/)

    Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Episode-108-Dealing-with-Summer-Associate-Offers.pdf)

    If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). 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/).

    Thanks for listening!

    Alison & Lee

    35 min
  • 107: How to Build Positive Relationships in Law School

    Welcome to the Law School Toolbox Podcast! Today we're talking about building relationships in law school with everyone from professors to classmates and potential employers. Of course grades are important, but building relationships can not only make your law school experience more pleasant, it can open doors of opportunity in the future.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Why relationships matter
    • How to get to know your professors
    • Different opportunities to interact with your professors, in and out of the classroom
    • Developing relationships with your classmates
    • School activities and social outlets that foster meaningful interaction
    • Getting to know other people at your law school in administration or different programs
    • How to meet lawyers and non-lawyers in the community through bar association events, pro bono work, charity fundraising events, etc.
    • Finding mentors and sponsors

    Resources:

    • How to Get to Know Your Professors in Law School (http://thegirlsguidetolawschool.com/05/how-to-get-to-know-your-professors-in-law-school/)
    • Office Hours – Should You Go? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/office-hours-go/)
    • Podcast Episode 106: How to Go to Office Hours and Make It Worth Your Time (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-106-go-office-hours-make-worth-time/)
    • Tips for Making the Most of Your Professor's Office Hours (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/making-most-of-professors-office-hours/)
    • Video Quick Tip: Office Hours (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/video-quick-tip-office-hours/)
    • Avoiding Office Hours? Go, and Get Something Out of It (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/avoiding-office-hours-go-and-get-something-out-of-it/)
    • Should I Do a Law School Extracurricular? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/should-i-do-a-law-school-extracurricular/)
    • Podcast Episode 59: Conquering Loneliness in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-49-conquering-loneliness-in-law-school/)
    • Legal Networking 101: Towards a New Definition of Networking (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/legal-networking-101-towards-a-new-definition-of-networking/)
    • Video Quick Tip: Finding Mentors and Sponsors (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/video-quick-tip-finding-mentors-and-sponsors/)

    Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Episode-107-Building-Relationships-in-Law-School.pdf)

    If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). 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/).

    Thanks for listening!

    Alison & Lee

    39 min
  • 106: Go to Office Hours and Make it Worth Your Time

    Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox Podcast. Today, we're talking about going to law professors' office hours and getting something out of it. Lots of law students say they're going to go to office hours regularly, but few actually do. Developing good relationships with your professors will not only have a positive effect on your law school success, but may prove to be valuable for years to follow. So tune in, and learn to love office hours!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Why some students are hesitant to go to office hours
    • Reasons why going to office hours is beneficial
    • Ways to make office hours less intimidating and more useful
    • How office hours in law school differs from undergrad
    • Things you might talk about when you visit your professors
    • Questions to avoid asking
    • Other ways to interact with your professors if you are unable to make it to the scheduled office hours
    • Don't forget about your TAs!

    Resources:

    • How to Get to Know Your Professors in Law School (http://thegirlsguidetolawschool.com/05/how-to-get-to-know-your-professors-in-law-school/)
    • Office Hours – Should You Go? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/office-hours-go/)
    • Tips for Making the Most of Your Professor's Office Hours (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/making-most-of-professors-office-hours/)
    • Video Quick Tip: Office Hours (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/video-quick-tip-office-hours/)
    • Avoiding Office Hours? Go, and Get Something Out of It (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/avoiding-office-hours-go-and-get-something-out-of-it/)
    • Video Quick Tip: Finding Mentors and Sponsors (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/video-quick-tip-finding-mentors-and-sponsors/)
    • Networking Strategies for a New World (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/careerdicta/networking-strategies/)

    Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Episode-106-Making-Productive-Use-of-Office-Hours.pdf)

    If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). 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/).

    Thanks for listening!

    Alison & Lee

    32 min
  • 105: OCI Basics with an ex-BigLaw Recruiter

    Today, we're talking with a former law firm recruiter about the basics of OCI, or on-campus interviewing. OCI is the process by which most large law firms, and some medium-sized law firms and public interest organizations recruit their summer associates and hire full-time lawyers.

    There are many steps to the process, and it is time-consuming and can be energetically draining, so we're discussing what you can expect and how you can put your best foot forward with an experienced BigLaw recruiter. If you're planning to participate in your school's OCI program, tune in!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • What a summer associate position is, and why they are highly sought after
    • The basic process of initial interviews and callback interviews
    • Strategically bidding for an interview
    • What law firms are really looking for
    • How to prepare for an initial interview, what to expect, and what to wear
    • Callback logistics: What happens in a callback interview? What if you have to travel?
    • How should geography play into your interviewing decisions?
    • Factors to consider when selecting an offer
    • How to ensure you DON'T get an offer

    Resources:

    • Podcast Episode 3: Mastering the On-Campus Interviewing (OCI) Process (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-3-mastering-campus-interviewing-oci-process/)
    • Podcast Episode 4: Callback Tips for BigLaw Summer Associate Positions (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-4-callback-tips-biglaw-summer-associate-positions/)
    • Podcast Episode 55: An Overview of BigLaw On-Campus Interviewing (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-55-overview-biglaw-campus-interviewing-oci/)
    • Podcast Episode 85: Surviving as a Summer Associate and New Firm Lawyer (with Grover Cleveland) (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-85-surviving-summer-associate-new-firm-lawyer-grover-cleveland/)
    • Ahead of the Curve: What are BigLaw Recruiters Really Looking For? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/ahead-of-the-curve-what-are-big-law-recruiters-really-looking-for/)
    • How to Prepare for OCI Interviews (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/prepare-oci-interviews/)
    • Dressing Like a Lawyer on a Student's Budget (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/dressing-like-lawyer-students-budget/)

    Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Episode-105-OCI-Basics-with-Law-Firm-Recruiter-Sadie-Jones.pdf)

    If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). 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/).

    Thanks for listening!

    Alison & Lee

    48 min
  • 104: Law School Essentials - What to Buy (and Not to Buy) Beforehand

    Welcome to The Law School Toolbox Podcast. Today we're talking about shopping for law school essentials, everything from backpacks to highlighters. Law school is expensive, so make sure you are being savvy with your purchases!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • How to carry all of your stuff
    • Whether to buy a new computer immediately
    • The law school locker situation
    • Do you need a briefcase?
    • The best notebooks and binders, and why you'll need a rainbow of highlighters
    • How to best use technology
    • The benefits of note-taking software
    • Handling life necessities, like your wardrobe, lunch boxes, and household items
    • Ways to let other people help you stock up on what you need
    • How to streamline purchasing so you don't have to waste time during the semester

    Resources:

    • Start Law School Right Course (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/start-law-school-right/)
    • Law School Style Report: The Best Carryalls for the Professional Law Student (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/law-school-style-report-the-best-carryalls-for-the-professional-law-student/)
    • Tech Correspondent: My Love Affair with Microsoft OneNote (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/tech-correspondent-my-love-affair-with-microsoft-onenote/)
    • Tips for Using the Cornell Note-Taking Method (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/tips-for-using-the-cornell-note-taking-method/)
    • Is Handwriting Notes a Good Thing or a Bad Thing (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/is-handwriting-notes-a-good-thing-or-a-bad-thing/)
    • Podcast Episode 60: 5 Tips for Surviving the First Month of Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-60-5-tips-surviving-first-month-law-school/)
    • Podcast Episode 102: How to Read Cases and Prepare for Class in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/16176-2/)
    • Circa Notebooks (http://www.levenger.com/CIRCA-326.aspx)
    • Yellow Steno Pads (https://www.amazon.com/Spiral-Notebook-Inches-Canary-63851/dp/B000093L2D)

    Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Episode-104-What-to-Buy.pdf)

    If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). 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/).

    Thanks for listening!

    Alison & Lee

    42 min
  • 103: Setting Yourself Up to be a Mock Trial Rockstar (with Sara O'Connor)

    Welcome back! Today we're talking with Sara O'Connor, one of our law school tutors, about setting yourself up for success in your mock trial class and/or competition team. Mock trial is not required, but it can be very rewarding and provide great experience for your future legal career.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • How to earn a spot on a competitive mock trial course or team
    • What you can expect to learn in your mock trial course
    • Preparing for a mock trial competition
    • The events of the competition itself and how to be successful – stay calm!
    • How the scoring system works and what you'll be judged on

    Resources:

    • Podcast Episode 27: Job Interview Basics (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-27-job-interview-basics/)
    • Active vs. Passive Listening in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/active-vs-passive-learning-law-school/)

    Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Episode-103-Setting-Yourself-Up-to-be-a-Mock-Trial-Rockstar.pdf)

    If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). 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/).

    Thanks for listening!

    Alison & Lee

    46 min
  • 102: How to Read Cases and Prepare for Class in Law School

    Welcome back! Today we are going to dive into one of the realities of day-to-day law school life -- reading cases and preparing for class. You'll end up spending much of your day reading and preparing for class. And, yes, there is a "right" way and a "wrong way" to prepare for law school classes. This podcast will give you some valuable tips to make sure you're getting the most out of your study time.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Why reading cases and preparing for class can seem daunting and difficult
    • How to prepare for class correctly and make the most of your study time
    • The elements of a case opinion you should be able to identify and become familiar with
    • The significance and purpose of a case brief and dos and don'ts of case briefing
    • Appropriate and helpful uses for supplements
    • The struggle is real – really. Struggling with the material is part of the process!

    Resources:

    • Start Law School Right Course (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/start-law-school-right)
    • Best Practices for Using Supplements (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/best-practices-for-using-supplements/)
    • Podcast Episode 95: Top 1L Questions: Time and Life Management (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-95-top-1l-questions-time-life-management/)
    • Constitutional Law Stories, by Michael C. Dorf (https://www.amazon.com/Constitutional-Law-Stories-Michael-Dorf/dp/1587785056)
    • Is Handwriting Notes a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/is-handwriting-notes-a-good-thing-or-a-bad-thing/)
    • How to Brief a Case in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/how-to-brief-a-case-in-law-school/)

    Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Episode-102-Reading-Cases-and-Preparing-for-Class.pdf)

    If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). 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/).

    Thanks for listening!

    Alison & Lee

    41 min
  • 101: Preparing for a Career in Public Interest Law (with Ashley Matthews of Equal Justice Works)

    Welcome back! Today, we're talking with Ashley Matthews, Program Manager for Law School Engagement and Advocacy at Equal Justice Works, about preparing for a career in public interest work. Public interest is a competitive field to break into, and it comes with its own unique set of challenges. If you've decided you want to pursue a career in public interest law, this episode is a must-listen!

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • The challenges facing people who seek a career in public interest law
    • Options for managing student loan debt for people in public interest careers
    • Competitiveness in the public interest field
    • What public interest employers are looking for
    • Programs offered by Equal Justice Works for law students, recent grads, and more experienced lawyers
    • The current controversy over validity of student loan forgiveness program approval letters
    • The future of loan forgiveness and assistance programs
    • Which law schools have LRAPs, and how to start one at your law school

    Resources:

    • Podcast Episode 38: Can You Really Afford Law School? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-38-can-you-really-afford-law-school/)
    • Equal Justice Works Fellowships (http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/post-grad/equal-justice-works-fellowships)
    • Equal Justice Works Rural Summer Legal Corps Program (https://rurallegalcorps.org/)
    • Equal Justice Works AmeriCorps JD (http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/law-school/americorpsjd)
    • Podcast Episode 92: Top 1L Questions: The Money Edition (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-92-top-1l-questions-money-edition/)
    • Podcast Episode 96: How to Rapidly Pay Off Law School Debt (with Guest Financial Panther) (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-96-how-to-rapidly-pay-off-law-school-debt-with-guest-financial-panther/)
    • Equal Justice Works Free Student Debt Webinars (http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/webinars)
    • Cowley, Stacy. "Student Loan Forgiveness Program Approval Letters May Be Invalid, Education Dept. Says." N.Y. Times, Mar. 30, 2017. (https://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/30/business/student-loan-forgiveness-program-lawsuit.html)
    • John R. Justice Student Loan Repayment Program (http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/resources/student-debt-relief/John-R-Justice-Student-Loan-Repayment-Program)
    • Law School LRAPs (http://equaljusticeworks.org/schoollraps)
    • How to Get to Know Your Professors in Law School (http://thegirlsguidetolawschool.com/05/how-to-get-to-know-your-professors-in-law-school/)
    • Equal Justice Works 2017 Conference and Career Fair (http://www.equaljusticeworks.org/law-school/conference-and-careerfair)
    • Equal Justice Works on Twitter (https://twitter.com/ejw_students)

    Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Episode-101-Preparing-for-a-career-in-public-interest-with-EJW.pdf)

    If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). 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/).

    Thanks for listening!

    Alison & Lee

    43 min
  • 100: 100th Anniversary Countdown! Our Most Popular (and Underrated) Episodes

    Welcome back! Today is a very special day for all of us here at the Law School Toolbox - we are celebrating our 100th podcast episode! When we first started publishing podcasts, we weren't sure how it would go, but now, we're so humbled by the number of downloads and listeners we have each month. So, our sincerest thanks to all of you! Join us for a look back at our most popular (and most underappreciated) episodes.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • The top 10 most popular podcast episodes
    • Lee and Alison's favorite, but underappreciated, episodes
    • Highlights from each episode and why we feel they are significant

    Resources:

    • Podcast Episode 51: The Characters You'll Meet in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-51-characters-youll-meet-law-school/)
    • Podcast Episode 7: Time and Life Management Basics (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-7-time-life-management-basics/)
    • Deep Work, by Cal Newport (https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Work-Focused-Success-Distracted-ebook/dp/B00X47ZVXM)
    • Podcast Episode 56: Getting Off to a Smart Start in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-56-get-smart-start-law-school/)
    • Podcast Episode 11: Legal Writing 101 (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-11-legal-writing-101/)
    • Podcast Episode 65: How to Make a Useful Law School Outline (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-65-make-a-useful-law-school-outline/)
    • Podcast Episode 60: Five Tips for Surviving the First Month of Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-60-5-tips-surviving-first-month-law-school/)
    • Podcast Episode 83: Lawyers in Action – The Airport Immigration Crisis (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-83-lawyers-in-action-the-immigration-crisis/)
    • Podcast Episode 8: Law School 101 for 1Ls (What Not to Do) (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-8-law-school-101-1ls-not/)
    • Introduction to the Law School Toolbox Podcast (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/introduction-law-school-toolbox-podcast/)
    • Podcast Episode 2: Why Is Law School Hard? (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-2-law-school-hard/)
    • Podcast Episode 1: Mindset: The Key to Success in Law School (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-1-mindset-key-success-law-school/)
    • Podcast Episode 22: Take an Exam with Us (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-22-take-exam-us/)
    • Law School Toolbox Podcast - Complete List (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/law-school-toolbox-podcast-complete-list/)
    • Podcast Episode 72: Seeking Accommodations in Law School and on the Bar Exam (with Dr. Jared Maloff) (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-72-seeking-accommodations-law-school-bar-exam/)
    • Courses for Law School Success (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/courses-for-law-school-success/)
    • Tutoring for Law School Success (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/tutoring-for-law-school-success/)
    • Bar Exam Tutoring (http://barexamtoolbox.com/private-bar-exam-tutoring/)
    • Bar Exam Workshops and Courses (http://barexamtoolbox.com/bar-exam-workshops-and-courses/)

    Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Episode-100-100th-Podcast-Anniversary_Top-10-Podcasts-1.pdf)

    If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). 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/).

    Thanks for listening!

    Alison & Lee

    51 min
  • 099: What Law Schools Should Be Teaching, and Aren't (with Mark Cohen)

    Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're talking with Mark Cohen, founder and CEO of Legal Mosaic, about what law schools should be teaching but aren't. Mark's experience in the legal industry is vast and varied, and, in this podcast, he offers his unique perspective on the current state of the legal profession, as well as what may lie ahead in the future. In light of these changing circumstances, what should you demand from your legal education that you're not getting?

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Legal process outsourcing (LPO) and technology, and how they're changing the delivery of legal services
    • The distinction between legal services and legal products
    • The weakening dominance of big law firms and the emergence of ancillary career options for new lawyers
    • What they're not teaching you in law school that's vital for success as a lawyer
    • The disconnect between doctrinal law and meaningful, practical experience
    • The need for project management skills and collaboration in a legal practice
    • Skills and qualities that could set you apart as a new lawyer
    • What does the lawyer of the future look like?

    Resources:

    • Legal Mosaic (http://www.legalmosaic.com/)
    • Mark Cohen on Forbes (https://www.forbes.com/sites/markcohen1/#418f7aa728f7)
    • Mark Cohen on Twitter (https://twitter.com/legalmosaic)
    • Podcast Episode 86: Resources for Aspiring Entrepreneurs (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-86-resources-aspiring-entrepreneurs/)
    • The Real Secret to Getting Clients for Your Online Practice (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/the-real-secret-to-getting-clients-for-your-online-practice/)
    • Podcast Episode 81: Building Emotional Intelligence (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-81-emotional-intelligence-lawyers/)
    • Podcast Episode 71: Soft Skills You Need to Develop to be a Successful Attorney (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-71-soft-skills-you-need-to-develop-to-be-a-successful-attorney/)
    • Podcast Episode 5: Maintaining Authenticity in the Legal Profession (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-5-maintaining-authenticity-legal-profession/)

    Episode Transcript: Download the Transcript (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Episode-99-What-Law-Schools-Arent-Teaching-but-Should-Be-with-Mark-Cohen-of-Legal-Mosaic.pdf)

    If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) (or your listening platform of choice). 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/).

    Thanks for listening!

    Alison & Lee

    49 min

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