Are you a law student struggling to navigate the complex world of case law? In this episode, I will break down the essentials of how to read and brief a case—a foundational skill for your law school success. Join me as we explore step-by-step strategies for identifying key facts, issues, rules, and reasoning in judicial opinions. Whether you're a first-year student or just looking to sharpen your briefing skills, this episode will help you master the art of dissecting cases with confidence. Tune in and take your case reading to the next level!
Sep 27, 2024
13 min
Welcome to episode 5 of C.A.S.E. where we talk about procrastination!
Sep 18, 2024
14 min
The latest C.A.S.E. episode is out, focusing on time management and, specifically, time blocking. Law students and anyone with a busy schedule will hopefully find this episode insightful as you work to manage your time better. Tune in for my best tips on time blocking to make the best use of the 24 hours we all get each day!
Aug 16, 2024
31 min
The particulars of this episode came from a specific student question…“How much does it really matter regarding my grades if I get the correct answer and I don’t really show the analysis that well?” In short, the amount of points you’ll score will depend primarily on whether you properly follow the IRAC process and show complete legal analysis. In this episode, I walk listeners through an example to show you how to apply this writing process to a specific situation. To answer this question further, I discuss in depth how to apply the IRAC format to all writing assignments as a general rule. Issue Rule Application Conclusion KEY TIP: Learn the IRAC format well, and use it properly throughout all of your writing assignments!
Aug 2, 2024
28 min
The latest C.A.S.E. episode is out, and this one is focused on the writing process. Writing is a huge aspect of the law school journey, so it's important to have a thorough understanding of best practices early on. Key Takeaway: Many people don't account for the fact that much of the writing process is actually thinking. Before you even put pen to paper or your fingers on the keyboard, there are several steps that many people don't consider or may not be aware of when they begin. In my experience, there are approximately seven steps to the writing process, all of which must be completed to produce a complete and well-written document. Tune in to find out what steps are involved in the writing process to achieve the best results. I hope you find this episode informative and inspiring as you embark on your next writing assignment!
Jul 26, 2024
26 min
Welcome to the very first episode of the C.A.S.E. podcast, a podcast dedicated to addressing all the obstacles and challenges you might encounter as a law student. We'll discuss topics like motivation, stress management, time management, and anxiety management while learning the overwhelming amount of information you'll be presented with. We'll also cover various legal skill-building topics relevant to law students at multiple stages of their education. In this first episode, we dive into how law school learning differs from other types of learning, and I provide some simple tips to help you start out on the right foot from day one. Specifically, I explore how to leverage and lean on your network of colleagues, professors, and other academic professionals as you work to achieve academic success. Thanks for listening!
Jul 1, 2024
23 min