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

The Law School Toolbox podcast is an engaging show for law students about law school, the bar exam, legal careers, and life. Each week, we offer practical tips and advice on academic matters, careers, and more. The Law School Toolbox podcast is hosted by opinionated law school and bar exam experts Alison Monahan and Lee Burgess. You might not always agree with us, but we guarantee you won’t be bored listening! Our goal is to impart useful, actionable advice in an entertaining manner. Join us! And, if you have an opinion on the show, please drop by and offer a review. We’re here to help, and we’d love to hear from you!

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Latest Episodes:

414: Listen and Learn -- Criminal Procedure: Stop and Frisk Sep 11, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, as part of our "Listen and Learn" series, we're focusing on Criminal Procedure. Specifically, we're talking about the "stop and frisk" exception to the warrant requirement.

In this episode we discuss:

The general attack plan for a Criminal Procedure question
When the "stop and frisk" exception to the warrant requirement applies
The exclusionary rule and the "fruit of the poisonous tree" doctrine
Applying the attack plan to two hypos

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-414-listen-and-learn-criminal-procedure-stop-and-frisk/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. 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/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

413: Preparing for the Bar Exam with Themis and UWorld Aug 28, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! This episode is sponsored by Themis Bar Review, the gold standard in bar exam preparation. We're excited to have two guests on the podcast -- Jeff Allcorn from UWorld and Rebecca Petrilli from Themis Bar Prep -- discussing their programs and how they can help law school graduates find bar exam success.

In this episode we discuss:

Jeff and Rebecca's background and work in the bar prep field
Details on the activities, study schedules, and timelines of the Themis and UWorld courses
How a bar prep course can help you see your strengths and weaknesses
How many MBE questions should you aim to do before the exam?
One thing our guests wish they knew while they were studying for the bar
Changes coming with the NextGen Bar Exam

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-413-preparing-for-the-bar-exam-with-themis-and-uworld/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. 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/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

412: Listen and Learn -- Motions for Summary Judgment Aug 21, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we discuss the procedure for filing a motion for summary judgment, which is how many cases are resolved in court. We illustrate this important topic with several sample questions and answers.

In this episode we discuss:

What is a motion for summary judgment?
When a court may grant a motion for summary judgment
How the non-moving party can defeat the motion
Analyzing several hypos involving motions for summary judgment

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-412-listen-and-learn-motions-for-summary-judgment/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. 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/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

411: A Conversation with Legal Recruiter Emily Witt Aug 14, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're joined by Emily Witt -- a legal recruiter who worked at Wachtell for many years -- to talk about about BigLaw recruiting, summer programs, going in-house, and more.

In this episode we discuss:

Emily's background and path to the legal recruiting field
Tips for approaching the OCI process
Post-law firm options in litigation and corporate law
How to leverage a clerkship in the job market
What types of skills do people need to be successful as a large firm or an in-house lawyer?
How to start working with a legal recruiter

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-411-a-conversation-with-legal-recruiter-emily-witt/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. 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/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

410: Listen and Learn -- Relevance Issues (Evidence) Aug 07, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, in our "Listen and Learn" series, we're discussing Relevance -- specifically, multiple uses for the same evidence, conditional relevance, and stipulations.

In this episode we discuss:

When is evidence logically relevant?
Multiple uses for the same piece of evidence
What is conditional relevance?
How do stipulations impact the relevance of a piece of evidence?
Analyzing two hypos illustrating the above concepts

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-410-listen-and-learn-relevance-issues-evidence/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. 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/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

409: Start Law School Right -- Legal Research and Writing Aug 02, 2023

Show notes

Welcome to the Law School Toolbox podcast for our special series on starting off on the right foot in law school! In today's episode, we're exploring the unique aspects of Legal Research and Writing, a critical first-year law school class.

In this episode we discuss:

The key differences between Legal Research and Writing and your other 1L classes
Tips for doing well in Legal Research and Writing class
The types of assignments you'll see in a typical LRW class
Sources of law that you'll be using
Knowing when you're finished with your legal research

Looking for more personalized help as you get ready for law school? Check out our flagship Start Law School Right course at startlawschoolright.com. It provides a full overview of the skills you need in law school, along with opportunities to practice and get feedback from a Law School Toolbox tutor.

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-409-start-law-school-right-legal-research-and-writing/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. 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/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

408: Inside the Online Law School Experience (w/Sarah Covington) Jul 31, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we have Sarah Covington, one of the authors of Digitally Remastered: Modern Law School, with us to talk about the book and the online law school experience.

In this episode we discuss:

Sarah's background and her path to law school
What the book Digitally Remastered: Modern Law School is about
How does an accredited online law school program work?
Do you have to be in a study group to be successful?
Extracurricular activities in the context of an online program
Balancing law school with personal obligations

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-408-inside-the-online-law-school-experience-w-sarah-covington/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. 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/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

407: Start Law School Right -- Exam Writing 101 Jul 26, 2023

Show notes

Welcome to the Law School Toolbox podcast for our special series on starting off on the right foot in law school! In this episode, we're discussing the ins and outs of law school exams. We share tips for writing a successful exam answer, and we go through a sample answer written following the IRAC structure.

In this episode we discuss:

What makes a law school exam answer a successful one?
Reading a tort law fact pattern
How to tie the facts to the law in your analysis
Writing an exam answer using the IRAC method
A breakdown of how to structure your time for an exam answer

Looking for more personalized help as you get ready for law school? Check out our flagship Start Law School Right course at startlawschoolright.com. It provides a full overview of the skills you need in law school, along with opportunities to practice and get feedback from a Law School Toolbox tutor.

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-407-start-law-school-right-exam-writing-101/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. 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/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

406: Listen and Learn -- Defenses to a Crime Jul 24, 2023

Show notes

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're looking at a few specific defenses in Criminal Law, which - if used successfully - may exonerate a defendant or reduce their punishment.

In this episode we discuss:

Factual and affirmative defenses
Perfect and imperfect affirmative defenses
The defense of duress
Defenses having to do with the defendant's mental state
Self-defense and defense of others
Analyzing two essay questions from previous California bar exams

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-406-listen-and-learn-defenses-to-a-crime/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. 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/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

405: Start Law School Right -- Practicing 101 Jul 19, 2023

Show notes

Welcome to the Law School Toolbox podcast for our special series on starting off on the right foot in law school! In this episode, we're discussing building confidence for your exams by working through practice problems early and consistently.

In this episode we discuss:

Writing out answers to classroom hypos
Working through old exams
Coming up with your own practice questions and answers
Additional resources for practice questions
Using outlines on open book and closed book exams
How can you avoid an exam freakout?

Looking for more personalized help as you get ready for law school? Check out our flagship Start Law School Right course at startlawschoolright.com. It provides a full overview of the skills you need in law school, along with opportunities to practice and get feedback from a Law School Toolbox tutor.

Resources:

Download the Transcript (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-405-start-law-school-right-practicing-101/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. 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/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee

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