Ashley Heidemann

Breaking into BigLaw: What you need to know to land the job of your dreams

If you have your sights set on landing a summer position in BigLaw, you’re not alone. These...

3 benefits of starting your law school outlines early

As the new semester kicks off, there's a nagging question on many law students' minds: "When should...

6 tips on how to choose your law school classes wisely

At most law schools, the first year curriculum is pretty standardized. You’ll likely take some combination of...

Bar prep tips for recent grads

If you’re a recent law school graduate, you know that taking your last set of law school finals signals the end of a journey. It also signals the start of your next chapter: taking the bar exam. If you’re worried about how to shift gears from focusing on finals to focus on passing the bar exam, these bar prep tips for recent grads will help you get started.

How to improve your law school resume

Internships, jobs, student journals, and many other programs will typically ask for your resume, so it’s best to keep yours in good shape. To help you get started, we’ve rounded up this list of tips to improve your law school resume.

About to start bar review? Do these things first!

Studying for the bar exam is a marathon, not a sprint. If you’re about to start the bar review, some preparation is key — otherwise, you’ll waste valuable time and energy. We’ve compiled this list of expert times to help you create the optimal study environment to help you pass. 
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How to deal with law school stress

It’s no secret that law school can be a stressful environment. Between the competition among your peers, the pressure to get good grades and the sheer volume of work, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.

What to do if you’re disappointed with first-semester law school grades

Getting those top grades in law school is especially challenging because you’re competing against the best of the best. If you’re disappointed with your first-semester law school grades, you’re not alone and there’s no need to panic. Follow these steps to get back on track!

Three tips for passing law school exams

Law school exams are supposed to be difficult but with the right strategy, you can make things easier on test day. To help you get started, here are three tips for succeeding on law school exams.

How to build a network in law school

Grades alone aren’t everything, however: your network can also have a major impact on your career. The legal world is a small one and the connections you make during your law school years will become great resources down the road. If you’re wondering how to build a network in law school, here are some tips on how to get started.

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