EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER

What It’s Like to Be a Law Student: If you’re thinking about applying to law school or simply waiting for your first semester to begin, you’ve probably had a lot of questions on your mind. You’ll almost certainly be asked questions like “how difficult is law school?” “what is law school like?” “Is it difficult to become a lawyer?” and “how would you manage a law degree?” Let’s not be worried if this describes your situation. To assist you, we’ve compiled a list of items you should be aware of when you enter your first year of law school.

While we’ve all heard a little about studying law at university, whether through family, friends, or movies, it’s impossible to know exactly what it entails – and there are plenty of stories out there, ranging from the generally factual to the really bizarre. This post will clarify a few myths, verify a few, and ensure that you understand exactly what you’re signing up for when you fill out that application form! Being a law student can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life because you will be learning to work in a subject where you will be able to make a direct impact. 

A LOT OF READING IS REQUIRED

To start with the scariest one, it’s tough to put into words how much reading a legal degree entails other than to say that there are a lot of law books! Law students have a reputation for putting in a lot of library time since they have to learn what the law is and what academics think about it from scratch each week, and neither of these will be easy. There is an art to organising reading lists, and you’ll get all the help you need from older students when you first come, but it takes some time to adjust to the pace of learning.

And since the law is considered humanistic, it necessitates a substantial amount of reading. This will prepare you for real-life situations, such as large-group research meetings, the majority of which will tend to involve assigned reading time.  Studying is the part and parcel of a law student.

INTERNSHIPS, SOCIETIES, AND TEACHING

It is usual in law school to participate in many internships. By the time you graduate, you’ve completed at least a number of internships. These are found in law firms or under the aegis of individual lawyers who run their own firms. Indian law students are exposed to a wide range of legal subjects because they have the chance to participate in numerous internships . They might expand their knowledge by enrolling in elective courses in these subjects. Professors often hire final-year law students as teaching assistants. If you take advantage of this opportunity, it will assist you in determining whether teaching is a feasible career option for you after graduation. To ensure that you graduate as a well-rounded individual, you should join a range of clubs (such as the sports society and the debate club).

LAW BOOKS ARE PRICEY

Despite the fact that they are really expensive, you must obtain those reading materials! It may be more cost-effective to copy a course book or share it with a friend in some situations, but having your own unique duplicate is preferable. Keep in mind that, despite any difficulties, it will all be justified in the end! 

EVERYONE WILL TRY TO SWINDLE YOU OUT OF FREE LEGAL ADVICE.

If I had a pound for every time a friend asked me a legal question, I’d be a millionaire… People seem to believe that law students are overflowing fountains of legal knowledge who may be tested at any time. This isn’t the case at all. Even if you do offer advice, make sure you include disclaimers. Being a lawyer involves this. If you’re good at your job, people will come to you for help in casual settings without charging you a thing. It’s critical to remember that as a law student, you won’t know everything. Indeed, you are unlikely to recollect certain criteria or guidelines from the lawful book. This does not imply that you are a senile lawyer; rather, it suggests that you are actively learning.

BE ORGANIZED

Make a timetable and stick to it if you need to be on time but also want to put in some effort for yourself. Law isn’t an easy subject to study, so don’t waste time on trivial matters and make a concerted effort to stay on track! If you are properly organised and concentrate on working efficiently, your workload will get easier. All-nighters are avoided by planning ahead of time and setting priorities over play. Shortcuts in reading can also be made: having a general understanding of the facts and legal principles in a case allows the case report to be read much more swiftly and with more attention on the important issues.

ACADEMICS ALONE WILL NOT BE SUFFICE TO SUCCEED

Law is a field that depends significantly on communication abilities. When you graduate, the networking you’ve done throughout your program will help you obtain your dream career and propel you to success. Students should use their law school experience to improve their communication skills. Establishing mature and professional relations with your classmates, working on your public speaking skills, and developing your collaboration skills are all important skills for a law student to have. Joining in debate competitions, Moot Court contests, Arbitration and Mediation seminars and workshops, and so on can help you succeed in law school. As a lawyer, you must practice critical thinking. Don’t just take everything you read and study at university as gospel. Challenge it, refute it, and present your own thoughts. In class, question your teachers, read articles, & always value your personal distinct perspective.

Being a bookworm may help you become the most learned student in class, but it does not give you the practical, realistic skills required to handle problems and thrive in your profession in real-life professional circumstances.

EVEN THOUGH THERE IS NO SINGLE “EUREKA!” MOMENT, BUT EVERYTHING ULTIMATELY COMES TOGETHER