Over The Bar - Tips for Law School And Passing The Bar: Recent Episodes
Steven Harris, Esq.
Steven Harris, Esq. is here with the tips you need to survive law school, crush your finals, and pass the bar. All in short clips that you can listen to while walking to class!
Steven has helped countless attorneys pass the California Bar Exam and Uniform Bar Examination. He has over 20 years of tutoring experience, has worked as a Professor at multiple major universities, and is the author of two books (Winnin' Time and Trigger List) that give students the boost they need to pass law school and take the bar with confidence. For more information check out his website CalweaselBarTutorial.com.
The mock California Bar Exam doesn't count, but it's still mandatory!
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Just because it's crunch time doesn't mean you don't have time to ask for help!
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When you do your practice exams in law school, make sure to keep your textbooks nearby!
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Bad outlining can doom your California bar exam. Don't outline enough, and you won't succeed. But if you spend too much time outlining, you can easily run out of time.
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There's one simple mistake that a lot of people make when taking the California Bar Exam. Don't make this mistake yourself!
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You have to take the MPRE before you can become a lawyer. So when should you try to take the test?
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Learn more about all three parts of the upcoming California Bar Exam.
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The California Bar Exam and the UBE have some key elements in common but don't sleep on the major differences between the two.
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If you wait too long to sign up for the California Bar Exam, you could end up either paying a late fee or missing out entirely!
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Looking for a resource that can help you prepare for either your law school finals or upcoming bar exams? The Calweasel Online Courses are excellent resources that can get you the info you need and save crucial time.
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If you always feel like you never have enough time, the Calweasel Online Courses can be a critical tool to help you reclaim your schedule.
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Part of succeeding is just showing up. Make sure you're able to actually get a seat at the California Bar Exam.
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You get your test results back, and it turns out you failed…
It’s ok to be upset, but don’t grieve for too long. If you wait too long, you could miss out on the best California Bar prep in the industry.
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Did things go poorly on the exam? Take a look back at your schedule and see if you can find any room for improvement.
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There are a lot of different types of people out there. But when it comes to law school, you don’t want to be the procrastinator.
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How do you find time to study and prep for the California Bar when you’re working a job at a law firm that could be not just 40 hours a week, but 50, 60, 70, or even 80 hours every week!
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At most law firms, you get 2 chances to pass the bar. But at some, if you fail the first time you’re out.
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You took the bar and failed. If you fail a 2nd time, your law firm might have to release you. Would they ever try and keep you from taking the test again, rather than risk losing such an important employee?
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There are several reasons why you should trust Steven Harris and the Calweasel tutoring program to help you in law school and pass the bar.
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Don't procrastinate here. If you do, there's a chance something goes wrong and you screw up this easy task.
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At some point you'll need to take a morality test. You might as well do it early in the year and get it out of the way.
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There's a new tool available to help you get ready for the upcoming MBE!
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If you wait too long to sign up for Steven’s tutoring services, you could miss out entirely. There are only a few spots leading up to each exam. If they fill up before you sing up, you could be left without a tutor.
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You can still be a valuable team member after failing the bar. But the trick is to balance that with making sure you have enough time to prep and not fail the bar a 2nd time.
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This isn’t like high school where you can rush home and steal the report card before your parents see it. It won’t take long before your test results become public knowledge.
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There are a lot of online courses available on Steven's website aimed to help you dominate law school and pass the bar exam. But when should you look to take those courses?
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Who can benefit from the Calweasel tutoring system? Anyone who wants to pass the California Bar Exam and is willing to put in the work to make it happen.
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Ok, so you failed the bar. Guess what? You’re not alone!
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Work experience is great and all, but it’s completely meaningless if you don’t pass the bar.
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Don’t shy away from a challenge. Law school is hard, but that just means you need to learn to attack the problem.
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It’s time to toot our own horn for a bit. We firmly believe that the services from Steven Harris and the resources you get from Calweasel add up to be the best bar prep in the industry.
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Your law firm wants you to pass the bar! Steven works with law firms all the time to help make sure their employees are ready when exam time rolls around.
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“I’ve got a bad feeling about this.” Hopefully, you only say that when quoting your favorite Star Wars character. But if you find yourself saying this during the bar exam, Steven Harris can help.
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If you miss out on hiring Steven for his tutoring services, don’t panic! There are still great resources available to you.
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Believe it or not, as hard as the CA Bar is, it’s actually gotten easier over the years!
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It’s the night before the bar. Should you plan on pulling an all-nighter to maximize your time spent preparing? No!!!
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Unless there are very specific jobs or accomplishments that you want on your resume, there might be some other experiences available to you if you opt not to journal.
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A lot of students have an incredible idea, and spend a lot of time and resources... only to find out that idea wasn't all that great to begin with.
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A lot of people do journal while at law school, but is it the best use of your time?
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While the 2nd year of law school isn't exactly easy street, there are some things that you can take comfort in knowing you won't have to deal with again.
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What's the first summer of law school really like? It's not all sunshine and drinks with tiny umbrellas in them.
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Is your first law school summer a time to let loose? As much as you might want to, the work has actually just begun.
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It sounds too good to be true, but it's not. You can save your law school semester in just a few hours.
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Yes, 2L's spend a lot of time inside the classroom. But your second year of law school is a lot more than just showing up to class.
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Time management is a critical skill, even for law students.
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Many 1L's notice a big difference between the first two semesters. Do 2L's experience the same thing, with drastically different semesters?
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Your first year of law school was eye-opening. What's the 2nd year like?
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Grades don't grow on trees. No matter how confident you are during your 2nd and 3rd years, at some point you're going to have to double down on the fundamentals and earn your grades.
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It's always good to have a plan. Here's what you should be thinking of when it comes to your 2nd and 3rd years of law school.
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Many law students are able to work for a professor during their law school. It can be great experience, help you learn, and help you network. But if you plan on working for a professor during your final semester, make sure it's ONLY for that final semester.
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Maybe your professor is new. Or maybe your professor is diabolical. Either way, if they aren't making it easy to find out what their exam is going to be like you're going to have to do some extra leg work.
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Your job during law school is important, but you should hold off on getting that job until later. For your first year, it's best to cut out the distractions and focus on school.
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Not doing well on a test because you didn't know the material? That's a you problem. Not doing well on a test because you couldn't finish on time, even though you had all the answers? That's a tragedy.
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Evidence has a nasty surprise that many law students aren't prepared for.
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A lot of students, unfortunately, get surprised and then overwhelmed with their Evidence class. But you can use the boilerplate from Winnin' Time to dominate your exam.
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There are many school resources available to students, which you should absolutely take advantage of!
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By the end of the first movie, the young and hopeful rebels have beaten back the evil empire and all was right with the galaxy. Until the next movie, when the empire punched back harder than ever. Law students can feel that way too. After seemingly conquering the challenges of the first year, the 2nd year strikes back with a vengeance.
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Failure is part of life. We can't dwell in our failures, or be overly afraid of them. Instead, it's best to confront the psychology of failure head-on.
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Having the right job during law school is a great way to gain experience and kick start the beginning of your career. But what if you are struggling to find a great job?
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As you get ready to dive into your 2nd semester of law school, Steven explains how your schedule can help set you up for success.
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Many law schools have writing requirements for their students. Here's what you need to know to make sure this writing assignment doesn't trip you up.
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Did that first semester of law school hit like a ton of bricks? It happens. Here are Steven's tips on how to recover and have a great 2nd semester.
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Learn the tricks that will help to make your 2nd semester of law school a successful one.
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Taking a look back at past exams is a critical step in preparing to make sure you dominate your next test.
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You did it! You made it through your first semester of law school. As you get ready to enjoy a few weeks of downtime, you might be wondering what the next several months will have in store for you. Steven Harris is here to explain what you can expect to see in your 2nd semester of law school.
Just because you struggled in the first semester of law school, it doesn't mean you're doomed to fail out of law school. Steven Harris offers his tips on how to recover from a rough start.
So, you didn't do great on your first law school exam. Don't worry too much, you're career isn't ruined before it had the chance to begin. Steven Harris offers his tips on how you can recover after failing your first exam.
The MPRE is an important test that you need to take in order to get your law license. Here are Steven's tips on when to take it, and why you shouldn't underestimate it.
The Omicron variant looms large and will have some major impacts on how the California Bar Exam is held this year. Steven Harris explains the current guidance, what you could expect to see over the next few months, and what you need to do to make sure you don't get locked out from taking the upcoming bar exam.
Perfectionists often struggle in law school. You've got to constantly prepare for the exam, even if you don't fully understand the content yet.
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Knowing what your professor likes, and doesn't like, can give you an edge during your exams.
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Professors are like snowflakes, each one of them is unique. To excel in law school, you need to know your professor.
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December in Law School can actually be a fun party! But only if you take the time in November to prepare.
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"There’s nothing to fear but fear itself."
We can be our own worst enemy, and if you are afraid of failing your exam it can be a self-fulfilling prophecy. You need to shake the status of failure before taking your law school exams.
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In order to dominate your exam, you need to be as prepared as possible. And a practice exam a day through the month of November or April will put you on the right track.
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Steven Harris is back with more tips to make sure you have everything you need with you in the room while taking your exam.
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It’s never too late to turn your semester around. With the Trigger List book from Steven Harris, a single day could be all it takes to save your semester.
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The first semester of law school is overwhelming for many. But with these three quick tips, you can survive your first semester and make sure your first steps down your career path are on solid ground.
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