Your Brain and Law School: A Context and Practice Book (Context and Practice Series)

I purchased this book when I heard about it from some colleagues. After I finished reading it, I wished I would have had the opportunity to read it when I attended college. The book provides some down-to-earth, "Yes, you can" guidance for the new student. I just purchased a second copy for my granddaughter who is considering attending law school. I am sure the information presented in this book will be a great benefit to her as she pursues this next adventure in her life.

Solid stuff in this book. While the information is nothing new, this book locks clearly defines things to know about interactions in law. Even those not in the law field can benefit from this book and the "lawyer" mindset.

Really good book to read when preparing to being law school. I start my JD in a week and I feel I will definitely learned a lot from reading this and will be looking back to it frequently as a reminder and resource for helpful tips on how to succeed in law school and practice.

While this was required reading for law school orientation, it is an exceptional read, and I understand why it was assigned. It gets you into the law school mindset in an expedient manner, and never allowing it to become boring.

Excellent "insider information" and tips for prospective law school students or for those considering law school. The book progresses logically and reinforces the main themes of how to prepare effectively for and succeed in law school. I've applied the concepts of "framing" and "bias" to successfully persuade professionals to my viewpoint. Recommended reading.

I recommend it for 1Ls, and 1Ls to be.

Authentic. a master in the practice and teaching of law. It provides the foundations for law students to learn in law school if the student(s) are willing to put in the effort.I will add more to this review soon. I encourage all those considering law schools or those interested in the law to buy this book, especially those who want to learn! The skills taught in the book can be used in other parts of our lives!

Okay, so you think you know it all. After all, you got into law school with a substantial scholarship. You're likely already ahead of the rest, right? I would have to say the most humbling experiences might be in law school. Throw a bunch of A-type overachievers into one realm (the law school classrooms) and watch and see who becomes victorious as the law school hunger games begin.Professor Herald brilliantly articulates the Egocentric Bias and how no one law school student escapes its effect. "People tend to overestimate the effect of bias on others' decisions, while denying their own." - This is just one of many insightful, well thought out discussions she dissects in her book.This is a must read for any prospective student and those matriculating into the legal profession. The book is an eye-opening read for any student that seemed to receive grades that didn't match up with their 100% efforts. Professor Herald explains what the common pitfalls are and helps guide you through that windy bumpy road that is law school. I highly recommend this insightful and well thought out manual to success in law school.