History Behind Dear 1L
Three years ago, I started writing to 1Ls on LinkedIn. It was Sept 2021–…
How to Frame Your “Rule Statements”
Dear Legal Writer, Try to focus your “rule statements” around what one party must…
When It Comes to Your Legal Career, Play the Long Game
Dear 2L, If you are disappointed with your OCI results so far, please do…
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Amazon #1 Best-Seller
I am today thrilled to report: A most unexpected eventuality: My book’s just hit…
2024 | 2024 June | Dear 1L | Dear 2L | Legal Writing
I’m up Against the Amazon Algorithm
I’m up against a big corporation today. My book came out on Amazon, but…
Don’t Be Part of the 95%
Dear 1L, Don’t Be Part of the 95%. I can’t stop thinking about this…
How to Reach out to Lawyers on LinkedIn
Dear 1L, You want to network with lawyers on LinkedIn, but you don’t want…
2024 | 2024 June | Dear 1L | Dear 2L | Legal Writing
Pre-order Link for My Book
♥️♥️ 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐑 𝟏𝐋 — the BOOK — is live on Amazon!!! ♥️♥️ Kindle: https://amazon.com/dp/B0D771P468…
4 Ways to Cut Words Without Cutting Substance
Dear Legal Writer: These are 4 great ways to cut words without losing substance….
I Made the Spivey Podcast!
If you or your child plans to go to law school, you will likely…
2024 | 2024 June | Dear 1L | Legal Writing
LinkedIn Etiquette for Law Students
Be nice to newcomers on LinkedIn™. We all were new once. When I started,…
What Is My Purpose
I got laid off from my law firm in 2016. I was 47, and…