Dear 1L

Dear 1L,

If you are writing a brief, I hope that you’re hanging in ok. It is a grueling week, like exam week. I don’t know which is worse. As an attorney, you will have weeks like this, too.

Get in the habit of taking care of yourself. Factor in that your brain needs to sleep. I know from experience that you can’t think straight –or write well–if you are a zombie. I have tried before and failed. You will just waste time and spin wheels, unable to see the forest through the trees.

Strive for working smart. You will be so much more efficient. 

Take care of yourself. It will make your brief better.
And it’s a good habit. 

Fondly,

Amanda