So You’re an Incoming 1L? Here’s What to Expect, Month by Month

Hi, future 1Ls.

I hope you’re well, considering you’re only about a month away from starting law school.

Some of you are excited beyond measure, trying to consume every Reddit recommendation you can find. Some of you are stressed and already drafting warning notes to your loved ones about the person you’re about to become over the next three years.

Consider this my own warning note—one intended to level out both camps.

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Reading List for Rising Lawyers

The number one question I get from incoming 1Ls is: how do I prepare for law school? 

The short answer is: you shouldn’t prepare. Whether you’ve worked a long career or you’re fresh out of college like I was, use your time before law school to decompress and reset. I promise you won’t fall behind. The briefing, the outlining, the cold call, it’ll all come together eventually. 

But if you’re looking for something to do or want to get the gears turning ahead of time, here’s a list of my favorite legal reads: 

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