Congratulations on your acceptance to law school. You’re about to embark on a unique learning experience, unlike anything you’ve encountered in the past. In addition to significant amounts of reading, you’ll also be exposed to the Socratic method, a tactic used by professors to foster critical thinking and help you “learn to think like a lawyer.”
Instead of the teacher giving you answers during class, you’ll be the one answering questions.
Even the best students can find law school hard and overwhelming at times. Fortunately, there are several proactive steps you can take now to help you adjust and succeed in the fall. Here’s how:
Fall will be here before you know it and will be an exhilarating and busy time. Remember to breathe. Strive to maintain a balance between studying and life beyond law school. Create and follow a routine. Make time for recreation and relaxation. And, finally, be the type of law student you’d like to get to know better. Reputations are built over time, but start from Day 1.