485: Preparing for the Bar Exam as a 3L (Part 1)

485: Preparing for the Bar Exam as a 3L (Part 1)

Author: Alison Monahan and Lee Burgess - Law School Toolbox, LLC January 13, 2025 Duration: 27:45

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're diving into essential tips for 3Ls who are gearing up for the bar exam. We'll cover everything from choosing a bar exam review provider to early study prep, accommodations, and getting life in order before the madness begins.

In this episode we discuss:

  • When should 3Ls start thinking about bar prep seriously?
  • Understanding your strengths and weaknesses
  • How to decide where to sit for the bar exam
  • Choosing the right bar review provider
  • Budgeting for bar prep
  • What to focus on if you're looking to start studying early
  • How to prepare for the accommodations process
  • Balancing life and bar prep

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Alison & Lee


Navigating law school, the bar exam, and a legal career is a marathon with unique challenges at every stage. The Law School Toolbox Podcast: Tools for Law Students from 1L to the Bar Exam, and Beyond serves as a companion for that entire journey, offering concrete strategies rather than abstract theory. Hosts Alison Monahan and Lee Burgess, both seasoned experts, draw from their extensive experience to dissect academic hurdles, career planning, and the personal adjustments required in the legal world. Their conversations are direct and packed with actionable advice, whether they're breaking down effective study techniques, demystifying the bar exam process, or discussing the realities of different legal practice areas. This isn't about passive listening; it's about equipping you with a usable toolkit. While their opinions are strong and sometimes provocative, the dialogue is always grounded in a practical desire to help. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting straightforward counsel from mentors who have been through it all and remember what actually matters. You'll find episodes addressing everything from outlining and exam preparation to networking and maintaining well-being under pressure. Alison and Lee ensure each discussion cuts to the chase, making the often-opaque path from student to lawyer a bit clearer and more manageable.
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