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Some gunner with a briefcase asked me that during my very first week. I…
Dear 1L,
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Dear 1L, Eventually, you’re likely to be asked, “transactional” or “litigation”? My goal is…
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Dear 2L, They really didn’t give you much of a break this summer, did…
“Need Not”
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Dear 1L, Here’s a legal-writing tip that will save you time this fall. 1️⃣…
Steer Clear of the Gunners
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