Best Lawstudent Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 193 | Allison Pierre | Innovative Prosecution Consulting is Empowering Prosecutors to use Data Driven Insights 56:49

13h ago56:49

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 193 features Allison Pierre, CEO at Innovative Prosecution Consulting (“IPC”) located in Washington, DC. Allison is a criminal justice reform advocate empowering prosecutors to make smarter policy decisions with data-driven insights. Allison shares her legal journey beginning with her first job as an Assistant Dis…

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275: Bar Exam Challenges and Strategies for International Attorneys 33:25

34m ago33:25

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode, we discuss how foreign-trained students can overcome the hurdles they face when it comes to the bar exam, including language barriers, differences in laws and legal systems, and adapting to American testing formats. In this episode, we discuss: Challenges faced by foreign-trained attorn…

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465: Improving Your Legal Writing Skills (w/Luiz Arroyo) 23:32

2d ago23:32

23:32

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In this episode, together with Luiz Arroyo - one of our law school and bar exam tutors - we highlight the critical role of legal writing in a lawyer's career and provide tips for improving your legal writing skills. In this episode we discuss: Luiz's background and experience in legal writing What con…

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Ep 192 | Liana Zavo | Build Your Authority With ZavoMedia, New York's Top PR Firm 33:05

5h ago33:05

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 192 features Liana Zavo, Founder & CEO ZavoMedia PR Group. Liana is a PR Expert, Crisis and Reputation Manager, Forbes Thought Leader & Contributor, located in New York City. Liana shares with us that she is a second generation journalist, inspired by her grandmother who was a journalist in Russia. Liana is passio…

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274: Listen and Learn -- UCC Expectation Damages (Contracts) 22:45

7d ago22:45

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode from our "Listen and Learn" series, we're talking about the expectation damages of sellers and buyers of goods under Article 2 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). In this episode, we discuss: Sellers' expectation damages Buyers' expectation damages Hypothetical scenarios dealing with r…

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464: Listen and Learn -- Partnership Formation 18:47

9d ago18:47

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In this episode from our "Listen and Learn" series, we cover the formation and characteristics of three types of partnerships – general partnership, limited partnership, and limited liability partnership. To illustrate these concepts, we also analyze two questions from previous California bar exams. I…

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Ep 191 | Marilyn Chinitz | Partner at Blank Rome is one of the Legal World's Most Prominent Matrimony Attorneys 48:49

6d ago48:49

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 191 features Marilyn Chinitz, Litigator and Partner at Blank Rome LLP in New York City focusing on family law, with particular emphasis on complex divorce actions. Marilyn has been involved in numerous high-profile celebrity cases that have received national and international attention. Marilyn shares with us that…

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273: Quick Tips -- Mastering the Bar Exam as an ESL or Foreign-Trained Student 16:31

8d ago16:31

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode, we highlights the unique challenges that ESL and foreign-trained attorneys face while studying for the bar exam, and we provide tips to address and overcome these issues. In this episode, we discuss: Main challenges for ESL and foreign-trained bar takers When to start studying for the e…

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463: Quick Tips -- Organizing Your LRW Assignments 17:55

9d ago17:55

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're discussing the importance and challenges of first-year Legal Research and Writing projects in law school. We share tips on how to break down LRW projects into manageable subparts, revise drafts, and proofread to ensure successful completion of the assignment. In this episode we discuss: T…

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Ep 190 | Jim Andrews | Precedent is Streamlining Information Exchange Between Law Firms & Insurance Carriers 43:35

13d ago43:35

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 190 features Jim Andrews, President & Cofounder of Precedent, a platform streamlining information exchange and negotiation between law firms and insurance carriers, located in Santa Barbara, California. Jim shares with us about his vast insurance background and how he made his way with Grant Little to launch Prece…

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462: Navigating the Evolution of the Legal Industry (w/Candice Cook Simmons) 47:10

15d ago47:10

47:10

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're excited to have lawyer, strategist, and entrepreneur Candice Cook Simmons with us to talk about the evolving legal industry and how to position yourself for success in an increasingly dynamic environment. In this episode we discuss: Candice's background and work in the legal field Changes…

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Ep 189 | Cynthia Sandoval & Matt D'Abusco | Elite Litigation Training Trains New Lawyers to be Confident Litigators 56:06

19d ago56:06

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 189 features Cynthia Sandoval & Matt D’Abusco, Co-Founders of Elite Litigation Training (“ELT”), located in Newport Beach, California. We discuss why both Cynthia and Matt became attorneys and why they launched Elite Litigation Training together. ELT trains new lawyers to be confident litigators. We discuss the so…

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461: Unveiling the Adjunct Experience: An Interview with Markus Funk 41:11

1M ago41:11

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're joined by Markus Funk – partner at Perkins Coie, professor, and author - to talk about being an adjunct law professor. In this episode we discuss: Markus Funk's background and teaching experience The role of adjunct professors in law schools, as well as the opportunity cost and challenges…

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272: Coping with Anxiety During Bar Prep and on Exam Day (w/Angela Corbett) 29:11

22d ago29:11

29:11

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're speaking with therapist Angela Corbett from TrueCandor Behavioral Health about handling anxiety when studying for the bar exam and on test day. In this episode, we discuss: Understanding anxiety and its manifestations Tips for coping with anxiety during the bar prep period Managing anxiety …

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S1E44 - Just Stop Oil Protestors Hefty Sentence 1:03:25

25d ago1:03:25

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Law lecturer and former criminal barrister Chris Kehoe is furious at what he sees as heavy handed sentencing in the case of the Just Stop Oil Protestors who received 5 and 4 year sentences this week. Are there grounds for appeal, and if so what are they?What law did the protestors break and is it fit for purpose? Elsewhere Alex suggests a new TV sh…

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Ep 188 | Cheree McAlpine | Chief Legal Officer at Zoom is a Leader in the Dynamic World of Legal Tech 46:26

27d ago46:26

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 188 features Cheree McAlpine, Chief Legal Officer at Zoom, located in San Jose, California. Cheree tells us about growing up in rural Alabama and her journey from law school in Boston to Silicon Valley in San Francisco. Sheree tells us to listen, learn, and fall in love with the problems and to show up as your aut…

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271: Quick Tips -- Optimizing Studying for the MBE 14:21

29d ago14:21

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we talk through how to diagnose your MBE study difficulties, how to resolve them using tried and true methods, and the ways in which platforms like AdaptiBar and UWorld can help with your bar prep. In this episode, we discuss: Common issues bar exam studiers tend to have How platforms like Adapti…

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460: Building Community and Navigating the Legal Workplace (w/Ingrid Busson-Hall) 33:56

1M ago33:56

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we have attorney and podcaster Ingrid Busson-Hall joining us to talk about networking, building community, and navigating legal workplaces. In this episode we discuss: Ingrid's background and career journey The power of connection and community Taking an approach to networking that will make it…

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270: How to Approach MBE Questions (w/Examples) 37:26

1M ago37:26

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode, we're talking about the multiple-choice portion of the bar exam, and we're doing a walkthrough of three real MBE questions. In this episode, we discuss: The structure of the Multistate Bar Examination Strategies for effective MBE preparation Real MBE questions walkthrough: Contract Law …

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459: Figuring Out Your Career Preferences (w/Sadie Jones) 29:19

1M ago29:19

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, together with Sadie Jones, we're discussing some of the big questions that law students need to be thinking about to figure out what they want to do in their future career. In this episode we discuss: Key career-related questions for law students Different career options in the legal field Rese…

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269: Listen and Learn -- Creation of Partnerships 18:50

2M ago18:50

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode from our "Listen and Learn" series, we cover the formation and characteristics of three types of partnerships – general partnership, limited partnership, and limited liability partnership. To illustrate these concepts, we also analyze two questions from previous California bar exams. In …

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458: The Lost Art of Connecting (w/Susan McPherson) 26:30

1M ago26:30

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're excited to have social impact expert and serial connector Susan McPherson with us to talk about the lost art of connecting and how to build meaningful professional relationships. In this episode we discuss: Susan McPherson's background and experience in business connections Key concepts in…

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457: Essential Wardrobe Tips for Law Students and Lawyers (w/Jenny Eversole of Style Space) 28:24

2M ago28:24

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're excited to have style expert and founder of Style Space Jenny Eversole with us to talk about what to wear as a law student and lawyer. In this episode we discuss: Jenny Eversole's background and work at Style Space The distinction between fashion and style Finding your personal style and d…

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268: How to Avoid Common Bar Essay Writing Mistakes (w/Kelsey Lee) 36:35

2M ago36:35

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're excited to have Kelsey Lee with us -- one of our expert tutors from the Bar Exam Toolbox team. Join us as we discuss the most common pitfalls in bar essay writing, and share our top tips for mastering this portion of the exam. In this episode, we discuss: Kelsey's background and work in the…

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267: Quick Tips -- Using Past Bar Essay Questions for Practice 16:09

2M ago16:09

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this week's episode, we're talking about using past bar exam essay questions as part of your study process. In particular, we talk about when to start practicing, how to practice, how much of your study time to spend practicing, and how to self-evaluate your answers. In this episode, we discuss: When…

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456: Top 10 Tips for Getting Ready for Your 3L Year 28:04

2M ago28:04

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we share 10 things to consider in preparation for your final year of law school and taking the bar exam. In this episode we discuss: Preparing for the bar exam and the MPRE Evaluating your academic performance and graduation requirements Networking and professional development Updating your job…

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Ep 187 | Lauren Klein | Flourish Law Group Navigates the Florida Estate Planning Process 45:13

2M ago45:13

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 187 features Lauren Klein, Founder of modern estate planning law firm + success coach for law students and new lawyers located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Lauren shares with us her journey through law school and decision to obtain her LL.M in Taxation at the University of Florida. Lauren started her career by wor…

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S1E43 - Sentencing Young Murderers 57:31

2M ago57:31

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Why do cases involving young defendants generate such strong public reactions?What role does/ should rehabilitation play with young murderers?What is the legal age that a person be tried in England and Wales for murder?Plus, a mention of a very recent case and a a case from over 30 years ago which led to a change in the law. Find out more at https:…

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266: Quick Tips -- Pre-Writing Outlining for Bar Essays 12:59

2M ago12:59

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Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, as part of our "Quick Tips" series, we're talking about the importance of taking time to outline or otherwise plan your bar essay answer before you start writing. In this episode, we discuss: Why should you spend time pre-writing at all? Best practices for pre-writing Different methods you can us…

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455: Top 10 Tips for Getting Ready for Your 2L Year 32:28

2M ago32:28

32:28

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're discussing how to spend the summer before starting the demanding second year of law school. In this episode we discuss: How to make the most of your summer job experience Developing your personal brand online Taking stock of your finances Making time for life tasks and having some fun Ref…

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Ep 186 | Michael Geller | Medical Professional to Family Law Practice in San Francisco 38:31

3M ago38:31

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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 186 features Michael Geller, Owner & Managing Attorney at The Geller Firm in San Francisco, California, focusing on Family Law. Michael shares his story with us, born in the former Soviet Union, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and moving to the San Francisco area with his family at age five. Michael first entered the medica…

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