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

Alison Monahan and Lee Burgess - Law School Toolbox, LLC
Law School
Legal Writing
Exam Preparation
Job Search Process
Time Management
Legal Careers
Career Development
Digital Well-Being
Access To Justice
Networking
ADHD
Legal Technology
Technology Influence
Memos
Federal Rules Of Civil Procedure
Executive Functioning Skills
Legal Career
Study Schedule
Generative AI
Life Choices

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 bor... more

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Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! In a two-part episode, we discuss how organization is what makes legal writing usable and trustworthy -- allowing judges, supervisors, and clients to follow your reasoning and accept your conclusions. T... more

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we're going through three rapid-fire legal ethics scenarios and asking you, the listener, "What would you do?" We then provide you with the answers based on the ABA Model Rules of Professional Con... more

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, Lee is talking with Karis Stephen -- a plaintiff-side employment attorney and Law School Toolbox tutor -- about her career journey, law school success, and the CROWN Act.

In this episode we di... more

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! This episode explains the concept of negligent infliction of emotional distress (NIED) in tort law, outlining the four specific situations in which a plaintiff can recover for emotional harm caused by a... more

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Recent Guests

Emily Haan
ADHD and executive functioning coach
Episode: 534: Handling ADHD in the Legal Workplace (w/Emily Haan)
Julie Lythcott-Haims
Author, attorney, community builder, and member of the Palo Alto City Council
Palo Alto City Council
Episode: 525: Being an Adult (w/Julie Lythcott-Haims)
Steven Schwartz
Founder of LSAT Unplugged and LSAT preparation expert.
LSAT Unplugged
Episode: 524: LSAT Changes and Prep Strategies with AI (w/Steve Schwartz)
Nikhil Agarwal
Co-founder of Juno, a service that helps students lower their loan rates
Juno
Episode: 521: Smarter Borrowing: How Juno Helps Lower Student Loans
Dan Smith
Project lead for NextGen development at Themis Bar Review
Themis Bar Review
Episode: 520: Preparing for the NextGen Bar Exam with Themis
Megan Hutchinson
USF Law Professor and Employment Law expert
University of San Francisco
Episode: 517: Teaching AI in Law School (w/Megan Hutchinson and Nicole Phillips)
Nicole Phillips
USF Law Professor with a focus on Employment and Education Law
University of San Francisco
Episode: 517: Teaching AI in Law School (w/Megan Hutchinson and Nicole Phillips)
Anna Ivey
Admissions consultant with experience in law school admissions and a former lawyer
AnnaIvey.com
Episode: 506: Exploring the Increase in Law School Applications (w/Anna Ivey)
Angela Corbett
Licensed clinical social worker and certified addictions professional, owner of TrueCandor therapy group practice
TrueCandor
Episode: 502: Protecting Your Mental Health in Law School (w/Angela Corbett)

Hosts

Alison Monahan
Co-host and expert in law school strategies, providing practical advice tailored for law students navigating academic and professional challenges.
Lee Burgess
Co-host and seasoned professional in law school and the bar exam, offering insights and supportive strategies for aspiring law students.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 592 ratings
  • Very helpful

    I am still in the very early stages of the process of enrolling in law school, but these podcasts are the most useful and practical at a general level than any I have come across thus far.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goat10000
    United States3 months ago
  • Protecting Your Mental Health

    This podcast was a reinforcement that seeking professional help while in law school, optimizing a professional career, and dealing with everyday life circumstances is a must. I have an appointment scheduled for next week before I take one of my finals. Thank you Alison and Lee for creating this platform. It is a great resource.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    raterenae
    United States10 months ago
  • Incredible podcast filled with priceless information!!

    Highly recommend to future law students and anyone interested law or just for general knowledge!! I’ve learned so much just by listening to this podcast, thank you very much to the hosts and all those involved in making this possible. May God bless and increase each and everyone, again thank you for being a blessing to the world!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ilovegranolaandchocolatw
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great Law School Prep

    I have been listening only for a few months between here and YouTube I love how helpful these episodes are. I have been seriously thinking about Law School since around March of this year so I’m happy to have found this podcast. Will start LSAT prep come January 2025.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jai 156
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love the Listen and Learn series!

    I really enjoy the Listen and Learn series. I’m a bit of a law buff and I find the episodes very informative. Thanks heaps!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KennyKenni
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners find the podcast immensely helpful for navigating law school, appreciating the practical advice and insights it offers. Many highlight the hosts' engaging style, making potentially dry material interesting. Reviews also suggest a positive impact on mental health and preparation strategies for law exams, though there are a few critiques around perceived condescension from the hosts. Overall, feedback indicates the podcast is a valuable resource for both aspiring and current law students.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

543: The CROWN Act – Fighting Discrimination in the Workplace (w/Karis Stephen)
Q: When you were shifting out of big law, how did you know that employment discrimination was where you wanted to land?
It started in law school, where I realized that the workplace is a microcosm of broader societal issues, and I became passionate about advocating against discrimination. My internships and exposure to inspiring mentors solidified my commitment to this field.
534: Handling ADHD in the Legal Workplace (w/Emily Haan)
Q: What are the potential advantages and types of legal work that might be a better fit for those with ADHD?
Individuals with ADHD often exhibit extreme creativity and the ability to think outside the box, making them suited for writing-heavy legal practices that value innovative thinking.
534: Handling ADHD in the Legal Workplace (w/Emily Haan)
Q: Can you share some effective time management strategies for attorneys working in this environment?
Using a physical timer to track time spent on tasks and gamifying work by challenging oneself can help manage time effectively in a legal setting.
534: Handling ADHD in the Legal Workplace (w/Emily Haan)
Q: How do the law firm and the legal environment challenge young lawyers with ADHD?
The fast-paced and unpredictable nature of the legal profession, along with the difficulty of switching tasks quickly and the pressure to bill hours, create significant challenges for young lawyers with ADHD.
534: Handling ADHD in the Legal Workplace (w/Emily Haan)
Q: Can you just explain what ADHD sometimes looks like in adults, particularly in these demanding professional environments like law?
ADHD in professional environments can manifest through hyperfocus, procrastination, time blindness, and struggles with managing time efficiently, often making it challenging to switch between tasks and maintain attention.

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