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Get To Know LawToya

As a newbie to the blogging world I figured I should formally introduce myself with a little get to know me post! Here’s 5 interesting facts about LawToya! 1. I’ve been to 14 countries I take traveling pretty seriously. I love getting away, learning about new cultures and laying out on beaches. So far my favorites…

By: LawToyaTalks March 2, 2016May 11, 2018 Law School, Pre-Law0L, 1L, 2L, 3L, featured, Law school, law school blog, law student, LSAT, note taking, notes, Organization, prelaw6 Comments

Using Microsoft OneNote: Law School Notes

Organized notes are the key to success! I’ve used OneNote since day 1 of law school and its been amazing. I don’t know how everyone else keeps their notes together but I couldn’t use anything else. OneNote is great because it provides you with one place to keep everything! Notes, to-do lists, syllabi, etc.…

10 Makeup Must-Haves

Law school is depressing, so this week we’re talking about MAKEUP! I am a shameless makeup addict! Sephora, Ulta & MAC are no strangers to my wallet. I wasnt always into makeup, but during my freshman year of college I discovered the world Youtube Beauty Guru’s.

By: LawToyaTalks June 17, 2015May 11, 2018 Law School, Pre-Law0L, 1L, 2L, 3L, featured, gradschool, Law school, Law school prep, law student, LSAC, LSAT, prelaw, Studying2 Comments

Studying For The LSAT Sucks! Here’s How to Cope

It does, I wont sugar coat it. It was the most stressful experience of my life (that’s a bit dramatic, I know). To tell you all the truth, I rarely feel challenged in school. I hope that doesn’t sound arrogant, it’s just how I feel. I’ve always gotten A’s, I’ve always been a good student,…

By: LawToyaTalks March 10, 2015May 11, 2018 Law School, Pre-Law0L, decision, featured, Law school5 Comments

Negotiating Law School Scholarships

Negotiating scholarships can be quite an intimidating process. I had no idea that this was even an option until well into my application cycle. Not only is it possible, but it’s actually pretty common! As we all know law school is insanely expensive, and I don’t know about most of you, but my parents do…

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Ask LawToya

The law school process is extremely daunting. As a first generation law student I had questions every step of the way. If you’re wondering how to make your law school application stand out or what to say during an interview to secure the job, feel free to ask for advice! If I don’t know the…

I Graduated From Law School: Here’s a 3 year recap!

By: LawToyaTalks May 14, 2018May 14, 2018

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Wow, I know its been a while but, the blog is back! Let me tell you, being a law student is extremely time consuming. When I created this blog in 2015 I thought I would continue blogging throughout law school and beyond. I made it to the second semester of 1L year & all h**l…

Get To Know LawToya

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Meet Lawtoya Talks

By: LawToyaTalks October 19, 2016

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Originally posted on WHITLEY'S LAW AND ORDER:
“A lawyer’s time and advice are his stock in trade.” -Abraham Lincoln Hello, again! This is a special post for all of my readers. I would like to introduce you all to one of my fellow bloggers. Her name is Latoya, and she is currently in law…

What I Ate Wednesday

By: LawToyaTalks October 12, 2016May 12, 2018

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Networking 101

By: LawToyaTalks October 10, 2016May 11, 2018

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This past summer I had the opportunity to meet hundreds of attorneys in the Chicago area. I went to firm receptions almost every week and initially I dreaded them. That awkward moment when you walk into the room and don’t know anyone really made me uncomfortable. But, as the summer progressed I began to love…

1L Spring

By: LawToyaTalks May 19, 2016May 11, 2018

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After an amazing Christmas break, I thought I would come back to school rejuvenated & ready to work. I was wrong! I gave my ALL in the fall & I just didn’t have anything else to give. LOL. I crawled to the finish line of this semester just thankful that I made it to the…

Using Microsoft OneNote: Law School Notes

By: LawToyaTalks March 2, 2016May 11, 2018

Law School, Pre-Law0L, 1L, 2L, 3L, featured, Law school, law school blog, law student, LSAT, note taking, notes, Organization, prelaw6 Comments